Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Overview & Summary
In Depression-era Mississippi, young Cassie Logan and her family fight to hold onto their own land -- a rare source of independence for a Black family in the Jim Crow South -- while facing constant threats of violence, economic retaliation, and humiliation from the white community around them. Mildred D. Taylor's Newbery Medal-winning novel is a searing, deeply personal portrait of racism and family strength, drawn partly from her own family's history.
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Who This Book Is For
Designed for Middle school students (Grades 6–8) preparing for curricula at schools like The Carey School. It fits right into English Literature and History studies.
Why CE Recommends This Book
Selected for Academic Enrichment & Readiness. Pushing slightly beyond standard classroom expectations, this title widens vocabulary, supports steady Lexile growth, and builds the academic rigor needed for advanced middle and high school courses.
