"I am not a slave anymore. I am free."
This story is a powerful way to teach about slavery, freedom, and courage. Students can create a timeline of the Underground Railroad or write letters imagining what life was like for Henry Brown.
This story is a powerful way to teach about slavery, freedom, and courage. Students can create a timeline of the Underground Railroad or write letters imagining what life was like for Henry Brown.
pickThis book tells the remarkable story of Henry "Box" Brown, an enslaved man who escaped to freedom by mailing himself in a wooden crate. His journey to freedom is inspiring and highlights the dangers of slavery.
“The truest thing that we have in this country at this time is little children.“
I would definitely read this book in an older classroom setting. It has very dark topics but written in a beautiful way where you can feel the emotion.
pickThis biography is about a woman named Fannie Lou Hamer and her struggles of slavery. Although this story covers dark topics, it highlights the importance of equality for everyone. Equality is an important thing and this book could be moving to read for young readers.
Saw this on BigTentUSA.org "It's not partisan. It's #Democracy" #vote #women #freedom
This book can link to my teaching in the classroom by promoting discussions about dreams, aspirations, and self-expression, allowing students to connect their personal goals to broader societal themes. It also encourages creativity and imagination, which are essential elements in fostering a love for reading and learning.
