What's the Big Deal About Freedom

Written by Ruby Shamir · Illustrated by Matt Faulkner

Book #2 in the What's the Big Deal About series

Discover how Americans fought for freedom and rights through history.

3.7 Goodreads · 38 ratings

64 pages· NC1100L

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Explore America's journey to freedom through captivating stories of courage and determination. From Henry 'Box' Brown's daring escape to Susan B. Anthony's bold stand for voting rights, uncover how each generation fought for liberty. This engaging book, filled with historical trivia and vibrant illustrations, invites young readers to learn about the struggles and triumphs that shaped the 'land of the free.' Why is standing up for freedom so crucial? Dive into this fascinating history to find out!

From the publisher

From the Constitution to abolition, from voting to civil rights, this chapter book for civic-minded young readers filled with fun facts and historical trivia shows how America got the nickname land of the free.

It’s a free country! Why? Because in America we’re free to speak our minds, choose our leaders, and set the rules. Since way back when Thomas Jefferson wrote the Declaration of Independence, Americans have stood up for freedom again and again–but it wasn’t always easy!

Did you know that Henry Box Brown escaped slavery by shipping himself north in a box? Or that Susan B. Anthony was arrested when she tried to vote? Did you know that even young kids protested for the right to go to school?

This entertaining, fact-filled book, perfect for fans of the Who Was series, is a great way to talk about America, its values, and the rights we all enjoy. It celebrates how, with every generation, more and more Americans won the right to be free. Find out how they did it and why standing up for the land of the free is such a big deal!

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