Under the Freedom Tree

by Susan VanHecke

Other authorsLondon Ladd (Illustrator)
Hardcover, 2014

Library's review

Three enslaved men make a daring escape. These verses exemplify the impact of historical events on the lives of individuals. Based on true events, the book connects history to the distinguished landmark of Virginia’s Emancipation Oak. Author’s Note, Bibliography.

Tags

NCSS Standards Theme--Time-Continuity-Change, NCSS Standards Theme--Power-Authority-Governance, NCSS Standards Theme--Civic Ideals and Practices, History-Life & Culture in the Americas, Reading Level-Intermediate (3-5)

Genres

Lexile

L

Collection

Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People

Publication

Charlesbridge (2014), 32 pages

Description

Tells of the Civil War's first contraband camp that began when three escaped slaves were granted protection at a Union-held fort, prompting runaway slaves to seek freedom there and build the country's first African American community.

Awards

Utah Beehive Book Award (Nominee — Poetry — 2016)
NCSS/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People (2015)
Books From All 50 States (and Washington, D.C.!) (Virginia)
Chicago Public Library Best of the Best: Kids (Picture Books — 2014)

Language

English

Original language

English

Pages

32

Physical description

32 p.; 11.27 inches

ISBN

1580895506 / 9781580895507

DDC/MDS

811.54

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