Help me give my students the opportunity to engage with Just Mercy, the powerful true story of Walter McMillian, a young man wrongfully sentenced to death for a crime he didn’t commit.
To support my 11th-grade AP English Language and Composition students in developing critical reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills, I am requesting hardcover copies of Just Mercy—an unforgettable true story by renowned civil rights attorney Bryan Stevenson about the potential for mercy to redeem us.
By reading and analyzing Just Mercy, students will explore key themes of justice and compassion, evaluate how Stevenson builds his argument using various types of evidence and rhetorical strategies, and strengthen their analytical and argumentative writing skills.
Providing durable hardcover editions will ensure that future students can continue engaging with this essential text.
Your support will empower these young scholars to think critically, engage with real-world issues, and develop their voices as informed advocates for change. Thank you for making a lasting impact on their education and future!
More than a third of students from low‑income households
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