
Frederick Douglass: Voice for Justice, Voice for Freedom
Author: Frank Murphy Category: Activism and Social Justice, Biographies and Non-Fiction, Black History, Civil Rights, Elementary School, Politics and Government, Preschool, Slavery, Writing and Literature Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers Language: English Reading Age: Elementary School, Preschool Illustrator: Nicole Tadgell More DetailsLearn about the abolitionist Frederick Douglass and his fight for freedom in this Step 3 Biography Reader!
Frederick Douglass was a keystone figure in the abolitionist movement, and his story has impacted generations of people fighting for civil rights in America. He was born to an enslaved mother and grew up with the horrors of slavery. In the course of his childhood, he was able to learn to read, and soon realized that reading and language were a source of power, and could be the keys to his freedom. Frederick Douglass spoke and wrote about injustice and equality, and his words profoundly affected the conversation about slavery in America. His activism will resonate with kids today who are observing and participating in our activist culture.
Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics–for children who are ready to read on their own.
Frederick Douglass: Voice for Justice, Voice for Freedom
Written by Frank Murphy
Illustrated by Nicole Tadgell
Source: Publisher (Random House Books for Young Readers)
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