From Slave to Soldier
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2005 · Est. 17 min read

From Slave to Soldier

By Deborah Hopkinson, Brian Floca (Illustrator)

A young slave joins the Union army, questioning his choice as challenges arise.

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48 pages· 1,527 words· Est. 17 min read
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Johnny, a young slave, faces a life-altering decision when he joins the Union army. As he grapples with the harsh realities of soldier life, doubts creep in. Yet, when the army faces a dire situation, Johnny must decide if he has the courage to step up and become the hero they need. Will he find freedom and purpose, or will the weight of his choices prove too heavy? Dive into Johnny's journey of bravery and self-discovery amidst the turmoil of war.

From the publisher

Johnny loves his uncle and his master’s mule, but he hates being a slave. So when he’s asked to join the Union army, he accepts. Being a soldier is hard work, and Johnny wonders if he made the right choice. But when the army needs him, Johnny knows it’s up to him to come to the rescue!

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Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Words
1,527
Reading age
6–8
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
530L
Themes & topics
Books about AmericaBooks about historyBooks about slaveryBooks about 19th centuryBooks about 1850-1899
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2.8
F&P level
~N
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
101295
Publication
Published
January 1, 2007
First published
January 1, 2005
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780689839665

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