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Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2005 · Est. 17 min read
From Slave to Soldier
Written by Deborah Hopkinson · Illustrated by Brian Floca
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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Bookroo's summary
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!
At a glance
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 48
- Words
- 1,527
- Reading age
- 6–8
- Audience
- Early Reader
- Lexile
- 530L
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The fine print
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
- Publisher
- Simon Spotlight
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780689839665
- LCCN
- 2004026933
- OCLC
- 78220363
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