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Let Them Play

Let Them Play

By Margot Theis Raven, illustrated by Chris Ellison

Interest Level

Grades 6 - 8

Reading Level

Grade level Equivalent: 7.9

Lexile Measure®: 1100L

DRA: Not Available

Guided Reading: W

Genre

  • General Nonfiction

Theme/Subject

  • Character and Values
  • African American
  • Sports

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About This Book

In 1955 the segregationist South reacted to an African American Little League team by withdrawing all white teams from the program. Although the Cannon Street All-Stars became the southern regional champions by default, the officials would not let them pla

About the Authors or Illustrators

Margot Theis Raven
Margot Theis Raven has been a professional writer and author for almost 30 years. She has won five national awards, including a Teacher's Choice award.
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Chris Ellison
Chris Ellison, "after receiving his formal art training at the Harris School later at the Portfolio...
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