Texting with Black History
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Texting with Black History

By Bobby Basil

Book #1 in the Texting with History Bundle Box Set series

A child texts with Black History icons, uncovering their inspiring stories.

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113 pages
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Alex, a curious child, embarks on a unique journey by texting with Martin Luther King Jr., Sojourner Truth, and Aretha Franklin. Through these digital conversations, Alex discovers the courage and conviction of these historical figures who stood up for justice and equality. As Alex learns about the civil rights movement and the fight against slavery, young readers are invited to explore how they too can make a positive impact. This engaging collection combines modern communication with timeless lessons, offering interactive activities and inspiring quotes to spark curiosity and understanding in children.

From the publisher

What if you could text with important figures from Black History?Alex, a curious child, gets to do just that! In this 3 book collection, Alex texts with Martin Luther King, Jr., Sojourner Truth, and Aretha Franklin. Through each texting conversation, Alex learns about strong people who stand up for what they believe and fight for what is right. It’s a biography book collection for kids that uses modern day texting bubbles children understand and enjoy!Black History Month biographies perfect for Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd graders ages 6-8!This paperback 3 book collection includes: The biography of Martin Luther King, Jr.The biography of Sojourner TruthThe biography of Aretha FranklinA discussion of slavery and the civil rights movement in a way children can understandLessons in how to make a positive difference in the worldEncouraging words about being true to yourself no matter what people tell youFun workbook activities to help young readers interact with what they learnedColoring pages of inspirational quotes from Dr. King, Sojourner Truth, and Aretha Franklin3 free books (just go to the website inside the book!)Buy the book and teach your child about important historical figures today!

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Format
Paperback
Pages
113
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Themes & topics
Books about historyBooks about Martin Luther King, Jr.Books about singersBooks about Sojourner Truth
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Publication
Published
January 16, 2019
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781794061095

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