Book Review - Ruby Bridges: A Talk with My Teacher

About the Book
Acclaimed civil rights icon, Ruby Bridges, shares the touching tale of reuniting with the first-grade teacher who changed her life, Mrs. Henry.

Once again, you have shown me that you never get too old to learn. Teaching really is the noblest of professions.

When Ruby Bridges was only six years old, she made history by being the first Black child to integrate William Frantz Elementary School. She became best friends with her teacher, Mrs. Henry. Excited to come back for her second year, Ruby is soon devastated to learn that Mrs. Henry isn’t her second-grade teacher. Where did Mrs. Henry go? Can Ruby ever reconnect with her favorite teacher?

A love letter to teachers who hold the power to change lives, Ruby Bridges: A Talk with My Teacher illuminates the lasting impact that the best of teachers can have on the lives of their students. Trudy Tran's emotive rendering of Ruby Bridges from childhood to adulthood brings new life to this heartwarming story of a reunion between two long lost best friends.

My Take on the Book

Reading Ruby Bridges: A Talk with My Teacher felt like reconnecting with an old friend. Ruby Bridges shares an incredibly moving story of courage, resilience, and the enduring bond she formed with her first-grade teacher, Mrs. Henry. As the first Black child to integrate William Frantz Elementary School, Ruby faced unimaginable challenges, but Mrs. Henry’s unwavering support became a beacon of light in her life.

This book beautifully illustrates the power of teachers to transform lives. Ruby’s reunion with Mrs. Henry years later brought tears to my eyes—it’s a testament to how deeply relationships forged in classrooms can resonate throughout a lifetime.

The illustrations by Trudy Tran add richness to the narrative, capturing both the struggles and the warmth of Ruby’s journey. This is more than a history lesson; it’s a heartfelt tribute to the teachers who shape us and the connections that transcend time.

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