Frederick Douglass

Written by Frank Murphy · Illustrated by Nicole Tadgell

Discover the power of words in the fight for freedom.

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48 pages· 650L

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Bookroo's summary

Frederick Douglass, born into slavery, discovers the transformative power of reading. As he learns, he realizes that words can be his path to freedom. Douglass becomes a powerful voice against injustice, influencing the fight for civil rights. How did his words change the course of history, and what can they teach us today? This engaging biography invites young readers to explore Douglass's journey and its lasting impact on the world.

From the publisher

Learn about the abolitionist Frederick Douglass and his fight for freedom in this Step 3 Biography Reader! Frederick Douglass was a keystone figure in the abolitionist movement, and his story has impacted generations of people fighting for civil rights in America. He was born to an enslaved mother and grew up with the horrors of slavery. In the course of his childhood, he was able to learn to read, and soon realized that reading and language were a source of power, and could be the keys to his freedom. Frederick Douglass spoke and wrote about injustice and equality, and his words profoundly affected the conversation about slavery in America. His activism will resonate with kids today who are observing and participating in our activist culture. Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics–for children who are ready to read on their own.

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