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Available
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Collection
Publication
Carolrhoda Books (2008), Edition: Library Binding, 32 pages
Description
While Simmy watches for danger from high in a tree, other slaves gather in a hidden spot in the woods to sing and pray together in their own way, risking their lives in pursuit of religious freedom. Includes historical facts about hush, or brush, arbors and the churches that grew from them.
User reviews
LibraryThing member trevordyett
Summary: Hush Harbor is about a community of slaves that meet in a secret location to pray, sing, and dance. The main character, a young boy, is told to be the scout and watch for the white men. The boy sees the white men coming and alerts the gathered slaves. The boy is touted and work in the
Review: This was a book that moved me. The serious subject matter is presented in a eloquent way. This book also has great illustrations to add to the story. This book was recommended for students age 5-9.
School Use: This book is a great way to introduce the topic of slavery to younger students. A very serious subject that needs to be taught in our schools.
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fields seem easier to him. Review: This was a book that moved me. The serious subject matter is presented in a eloquent way. This book also has great illustrations to add to the story. This book was recommended for students age 5-9.
School Use: This book is a great way to introduce the topic of slavery to younger students. A very serious subject that needs to be taught in our schools.
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LibraryThing member thuvan0301
Simmy tell the story about his slave time, how the people keep the cheerful spirit eventhough they endure the hard word and bad treatment. Their people love and support help them to bond and carrying them through the hard time. This portray by the secret worship they have for mama Aku before she
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die and her as well as the people yearn for freedom. Show Less
Language
Original language
English
ISBN
0822579650 / 9780822579656