Jacqueline Houtman Libri

Eddy, a brilliant but socially awkward science enthusiast, struggles with communication and faces bullying at school. His inability to read emotions contrasts with his technical skills, leading to challenges at events like the science fair. After the school crossing guard is laid off, Eddy becomes concerned about safety and invents a traffic-calming device from scavenged parts. Through this experience, he learns to trust his true friends and reevaluates his understanding of success, emphasizing the importance of helping others over mere academic achievement.

This biography of Bayard Rustin for young readers depicts his life of nonviolent activism and resistance.