Words Set Me Free
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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2012 · Est. 13 min read-aloud

Words Set Me Free

Written by Lesa Cline-Ransome · Illustrated by James E. Ransome

A young boy discovers the power of words on his journey to freedom.

5.3/7 Bookroo expert·4.2/5 Goodreads · 480 ratings
32 pages· 1,636 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud· 790L
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Bookroo's summary

Young Frederick Douglass, born into slavery, discovers the transformative power of reading. As he learns to read, he begins to see a path to freedom and equality. This journey not only changes his life but also sets him on a course to become a leading voice for justice. How will the words he learns shape his destiny and the world around him? Dive into this inspiring tale of courage and determination, where every word becomes a step toward liberation.

From the publisher

“Words Set Me Free is the inspiring story of young Frederick Douglass’s path to freedom through reading”–

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
1,636
Reading age
5–9
Audience
Picture
Lexile
790L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.4
F&P level
~S
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
149506
Publication
Published
January 3, 2012
Publisher
Simon SchusterPaula Wiseman Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781416959038
LCCN
2011013323

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