"As a young Cherokee man, Sequoyah had a voice. He liked to talk, but he could not write his words to share with others. He decided to make symbols for every sound in his language. His work allowed the Cherokee people to survive many challenges"--

"Ruby Bridges just wanted to go to a good school. She did not ask to be a hero, but she knew how to be strong. Her bravery made it possible for classrooms today to be safe places for children of all races."--

"As a child, Cesar Chavez worked on farms with his family. He felt the workers were not treated well. Cesar used his voice to become a leader in making sure farm workers were paid better and treated fairly"--