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Lu lives in a middle school in Alabama during the early 1970s, a time when segregation in education and racism still shape daily life. Her natural gift for running track turns her into a bridge between classmates, testing her resolve as she navigates the complex social cliques that define her school.
Through her experiences, the story highlights the challenges faced by African American students and the impact of the civil rights movement on youth in segregated schools. Lu’s friendship and athletic pursuits become a quiet act of resistance, offering insight into the personal side of historic change.
The narrative provides a touching portrait of friendship, resilience, and the everyday moments of a young girl pushing against the limits imposed by a racially polarized classroom.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Lila Quintero Weaver
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