Rebels Against Slavery
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 1996

Rebels Against Slavery

By Pat McKissack, Fredrick McKissack

Discover the untold stories of antislavery heroes who defied the odds.

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181 pages
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Uncover the riveting tales of unsung antislavery heroes. From Cinque's fight for freedom in the Supreme Court to Nat Turner's rebellion and Harriet Tubman's daring rescues, these stories reveal courage and defiance. What drove these individuals to risk everything for justice? Explore their extraordinary journeys and the impact they left on history.

From the publisher

This meticulously researched book pays tribute to heroes such as Cinque, an African captive who was defended before the Supreme Court by John Quincy Adams, Nat Turner and Harriet Tubman. A Coretta Scott King Honor Book and an ALA Best Book for Young Adults.

Awards

Coretta Scott King Honor (1997)
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Format
Paperback
Pages
181
Reading age
8–14
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
1130L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
8.5
F&P level
~Z
AR points
5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
62191
Publication
Published
February 1, 1998
First published
January 1, 1996
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780590457361

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