Pictures for Miss Josie
by Sandra Belton ; pictures by Benny Andrews.; Greenwillow Books 2003
A young man is intimidated when his father first takes him to meet Miss Josie. Through the coming years he comes to treasure her friendship and support and passes on his love of her to his own son. The story is based on the life of Josephine Carroll Smith who as an African American teacher and school administrator was responsible for outlining the boundaries for the integration of the Washington, D.C. public schools.
Economic Concepts
- Role of Government
- Human Capital
- Costs and Benefits
- Incentives
Grade Levels
- Primary (K-3)
- Intermediate (4-6)
Related Subjects
- U.S. History
- Geography
- Multicultural
- Art
- Government/Civics
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