In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the Civil Rights movement in the United States, how Black people were denied the right to vote and forced to use segregated facilities, and how John Lewis fought discrimination, helped lead the March on Washington, and became a distinguished Congressman. A Take a Look! infographic shows readers the planned route for the march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, on the day now known as Bloody Sunday. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and a timeline highlights key events in John Lewis' life. Children can learn more about John Lewis using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. John Lewis also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. John Lewis is part of Jump!'s American Heroes series.