3 Vegbooks reviews tagged Slavery.
Historically inspired children’s books shine, I think, when they don’t try to take on too much of an era or answer all questions because they can spark an interest in further investigation on the part of the reader.…
Tags: Black History MonthEarly ElementaryEugene WaltonHistoryHoma WoodrumIllustrationPhilip ReidR. Gregory ChristieSlaverySteven Sellers LaphamWashington D.C.
Using rhythmic and staccato lines, Susan VanHecke’s Under the Freedom Tree tells a true story from the Civil War that may be new to many children and their parents. Three southern slaves, Frank, James, and Shepard,…
Tags: Black History MonthCivil WarEarly ElementaryHistoryKristin WaldLondon LaddPicture BooksSlaverySusan VanHecke
Fifty Cents and a Dream covers the humble beginnings of Booker T. Washington, from his early life as a slave through his emancipation, early school attendance, and eventual fulfillment of his goal of attending…
Tags: AdversityAmericanBiographyBooker T. WashingtonBryan CollierEarly ElementaryHeather ClarkHistoryIllustrationJabari AsimPerseverenceReadingSlavery