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In this biographical book, young readers will learn about the brave life of Harriet Tubman. Readers will discover how Tubman bravely escaped from her life as a slave to cross the Mason-Dixon line into freedom and how she helped hundreds of other slaves into freedom through the Underground Railroad with the help of abolitionists. The vivid images, stunning facts, and supportive text work in conjunction with the helpful glossary, index, and timeline...
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2022.
Lexile measure
NC 1090L
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English
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"With colorful illustrations and a timeline, this introductory history of Juneteenth for kids details the evolution of the holiday commemorating the date the enslaved people of Texas first learned of their freedom. On June 19, 1865--more than two years after President Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation--the enslaved people of Texas first learned of their freedom. That day became a day of remembrance and celebration that changed and grew from year...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Step back in time and observe the war that almost tore the nation apart. The past will come to life with well-researched, clearly written informational text, primary sources with accompanying questions, charts, graphs, diagrams, timelines, and maps, multiple prompts, and more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Step back in time and learn about the rise of industry in the United States. The past will come to life with well-researched, clearly written informational text, primary sources with accompanying questions, charts, graphs, diagrams, timelines, and maps, multiple prompts, and more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
6) Juneteenth
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850L
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English
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"Juneteenth explores the history around the celebration in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way" --
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English
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In this biographical book, young readers will learn about the brave life of Harriet Tubman. Readers will discover how Tubman bravely escaped from her life as a slave to cross the Mason-Dixon line into freedom and how she helped hundreds of other slaves into freedom through the Underground Railroad with the help of abolitionists. The vivid images, stunning facts, and supportive text work in conjunction with the helpful glossary, index, and timeline...
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English
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The case of Dred Scott and how the supreme court decided on it fueled the debate on slavery. It was also one of the events that ultimately led to the Civil War in the 1850s. The case of Scott was based on the question of whether slaves are people with rights or just properties. Read how this intriguing case fueled the fire of civil war. Get a copy today.
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English
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In this book, you will learn about the Confederate States of America. Discuss its history, including when and why it was formed. Who were the members of the Confederate states? What was the goal of the coalition? There is a lot to learn about history and unity in this book for fifth graders. Don't forget to get a copy to start reading right away.
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English
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Civil War monuments that pay tribute to Confederate soldiers and political leaders are located in many major cities across the United States. While some see these statues and symbols as part of the nation's history that should be preserved, others see them as icons of white supremacy that should be removed from public spaces. In some cases, communities are forcibly removing them in protest. Discover the history of these controversial monuments from...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 7
Lexile measure
1010L
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English
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On the morning of April 2, 1865, Jefferson Davis received a telegram from General Robert E. Lee. There is no more time--the Yankees are coming, it warned. That night Davis fled Richmond, setting off an intense manhunt for the Confederate president. Two weeks later, President Lincoln was assassinated, and the nation was convinced that Davis was involved in the conspiracy that led to the crime. Lincoln's murder, autopsy, and White House funeral transfixed...
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English
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This is a story about America during and after Reconstruction, one of history's most pivotal and misunderstood chapters. In a stirring account of emancipation, the struggle for citizenship and national reunion, and the advent of racial segregation, the renowned Harvard scholar delivers a book that is illuminating and timely. Real-life accounts drive the narrative, spanning the half century between the Civil War and Birth of a Nation. Here, you will...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
940L
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English
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"After escaping the horrors of slavery, Harriet Tubman devoted her life to helping others secure their freedom. Learn about the brave abolitionist's secret rescue missions, her courageous service in the Civil War, and more"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
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Frederick Douglass, abolitionist, writer, political activist, reformer has been called the most important African-American of the 1800s. He was also the most photographed American of the 1800s. Douglass, who escaped enslavement to work tirelessly on behalf of his fellow African-Americans, realized the importance of photography in ending slavery and achieving civil rights. The many portraits of Douglass showed the world what freedom and dignity looked...
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