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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1965 · Est. 3.5 hour read
Crispus Attucks
Written by Dharathula H. Millender · Illustrated by Gray Morrow
Part of the Childhood of Famous Americans series
A runaway slave's journey to freedom ends in the Boston Massacre.
3.5/5 Goodreads · 102 ratings
192 pages· 24,200 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Bookroo's summary
Discover the early life of Crispus Attucks, a runaway slave who defied the odds. Born into slavery, he escaped to a life of adventure on the seas. His journey culminates in a pivotal moment in American history—the Boston Massacre. How did his actions shape the revolution? Explore his story through engaging illustrations and activities that bring history to life for young readers.
From the publisher
Get to know runaway slave and American revolutionary Crispus Attucks in this middle grade nonfiction biography of his early years! Crispus Attucks was born into slavery around 1723, the son of an African American enslaved person and a Natick Indian. After years of forced labor in the Boston area, Crispus escaped and began working on trading ships and whaling vessels until his death in the Boston Massacre. This book is laced with numerous illustrations, and the back of the book includes a timeline, questions, activities, and a glossary, making it the perfect addition to a classroom or home school setting. Perfect for emerging readers, the Childhood of Famous Americans series illustrates the incredible true stories of great Americans.
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 192
- Words
- 24,200
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Middle Grade
- Lexile
- 750L
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