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Publication
Katherine Tegen Books (2005), 32 pages
Description
Describes the Civil War battle of Morris Island, South Carolina, during which Sargeant William H. Carney became the first African American to earn a Congressional Medal of Honor by preserving the flag.
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LibraryThing member coolcaro
This non-fiction tale tells the story of the Civil War battle that was fought in Massachusetts and was won by the 54th Regiment, comprised entirely of African Americans. It is an inspiring story of overcoming obstacles and making a difference. The illustrations add to the epic battle descriptions.
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Definitely recommend this for students in elementary or middle school learning about the Civil War and the 54th Regiment--great introductory book. Show Less
LibraryThing member abbrown1
This book gave a great, kid friendly account of the 54th Regiments attack of the Confederate army at Fort Wagner, South Carolina. The book speaks of the pride the all Black unit had in finally being able to fight for the United States, defend their nation, and increase their chances of being
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considered free men. The focus of the story is on the Unit's sergeant, William H. Carney, who inspired the rest of the group to believe that "Old Glory" or the American flag would lead them in the right direction to defeat the Confederate Army. The text also precisely illustrates the fear and nervousness that the troops must have faced as they, an all Black unit, prepared for battle for the first time, leading the charge, and facing an opposition that, though of the same country, despised them because of their skin color. The book is sure to fill any reader, young or old with pride and would make a great read aloud. A plus is that the illustrations depict human emotion without being gory and unbearable. They are just right! Show Less
LibraryThing member ckarmstr1
The flag was still there. This book talks about how a soldier put his life at stake to hold the flag and make sure it never touched the ground. This shows that at this time, people had such pride in their nation that they would sacrifice their lives to protect the American flag--a symbol for
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freedom and justice. I think this book would also be good to share with kids to show them that today, we tend to take our freedom for granted, and we don't take pride in our nation the way our forefathers did. Show Less
LibraryThing member kirby.kirschmann
I like this book because it is nonfiction and takes place in one of my favorite time periods, the Civil War. I believe that young boys and girls interested in history would find this book appealing. Young African Americans might make more of a connection to this book than Caucasian students but it
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is relevant to all groups none-the-less. Show Less
LibraryThing member amoore1
This is a nonfiction book about the Civil War with a focus on the African-American soldiers. Ned, the main character, is the drummer for the Americans. The book confronts Ned's fears and apprehensions of the war. Sergeant Carney acts as a mentor to Ned. In the end Sergeant Carney is hit by a
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bullet, but he never let the flag touch the ground. It surprises me a little that this is a K-3 interest level book. I feel like it should be a little older. I think introducing kindergarten students to the Civil War is fantastic but I don't see them really grasping all of the emotions that are within this book. However, I do believe this is a great book to help introduce some basics of the Civil War. I would probably like to read this book after giving students a little introduction of what the Civil War was about. I think a story like this would help students realize the reality of the war and slavery because it is coming from a more personal perspective than a history book. Show Less
LibraryThing member BrennonJ
Well written book for young readers. Tells a story of the first black union regiment during the Civil War and the first black soldier to receive the Medal of Honor. Illustrated to depict the humanity of the story without concentrating on the ugliness of the battlefield appropriate for young readers.
LibraryThing member malindahodgson
I recommend this book for classrooms. It tells the story of an African American Regiment that fought in the Civil War. This book could be used for research or to help teach about the civil war. The pictures in the book are also very nicely drawn.
LibraryThing member SydneyParton
I I feel as though a classroom of middle aged adolescents, perhaps in the fifth or sixth grade would benefit most from the reading of this book. I feel as though children specifically from an African-American background might enjoy this book as it is a point of pride in their heritage. The book
I personally thought this book might be in the wrong format for the intended audience. The story seems to be geared towards a preteen audience, however, this audience is probably at the point where they might see themselves as "above" large picture books. The story line shifts quite a bit with different characters dialogue which might confuse or distract a younger audience. The violent events foretold in this book also might be too graphic for a younger audience.
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brings to life the point in history where the idea of equality was finally applied to partitions of the army. I personally thought this book might be in the wrong format for the intended audience. The story seems to be geared towards a preteen audience, however, this audience is probably at the point where they might see themselves as "above" large picture books. The story line shifts quite a bit with different characters dialogue which might confuse or distract a younger audience. The violent events foretold in this book also might be too graphic for a younger audience.
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Language
Original language
English
Physical description
32 p.; 8.5 inches
ISBN
0060504285 / 9780060504281