A Not So Easy Road: The Story of A Little Boy That Kept His Promise

by APRIL JONES, Grace Ojoma (Editor), Coretta Gholston (Editor)

Overview

Lil' Boy is just an ordinary child growing up on his father's farm in a little place called Creek Town. But in the 1960s, even the most average black boy had something to worry about. All Lil' Boy wants is to wear his bright red hat, have some fun and adventure...and get out of doing his chores. Then, one day, everything changes. After he is attacked with rocks being thrown at him by several angry men driving their truck along the road, Lil' Boy makes a promise to himself: when he gets older, he will own that road, and no one will ever throw rocks at him again. It's a long journey, but before long, Lil' Boy is deep in the heart of politics and on his way to greatness. A Not So Easy Road tells the story of Commissioner Mose Jones Jr. and will inspire any child looking to make a difference in their home, community, school, or country.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940157438814
Publisher:	VisionaryConsultingServicesLLC
Publication date:	01/20/2017
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	2 MB
Age Range:	6 - 8 Years

About the Author

Dr. April L. Jones, PhD, is the daughter of Commissioner Mose Jones Jr. She was born and raised in Town Creek, Alabama. She now lives in Montgomery, Alabama. Dr. April has been a business and social science professional for over sixteen years. She has experience in many areas of academics and life. She has taken her books and efforts of her work all over the world. She is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. She also has many certificates she got after spending time at school. Dr. April L. Jones is a caring woman who wants all children to learn from the exemplary life of her father Commissioner Mose Jones Jr.

Editorial Reviews

This biographical portrait is especially recommended for children who would learn how a combination of personal perseverance, strong family relationships, and how curiosity led Mose Jones Jr. to go further than anyone around him, to make a difference in his community. Any children's book collection strong in portraits of black community leaders will find A Not So Easy Road an engrossing, revealing and lively read.

D. Donnovan, Senior Reviewer