Nikki Grimes
2) Chasing Freedom: The Life Journeys of Harriet Tubman and Susan B. Anthony, Inspired by Historical
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Nikki Grimes offers a glimpse into the inspiring lives of Susan B. Anthony and Harriet Tubman, with breathtaking illustrations by Michele Wood!
What if Harriet Tubman and Susan B. Anthony sat down over tea to reminisce about their extraordinary lives? What would they recall of their triumphs and struggles as they fought to achieve civil rights for African Americans and equal rights for women? And what other historical figures played parts in their...
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Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
141 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Description
Garvey's father has always wanted Garvey to be athletic, but Garvey is interested in astronomy, science fiction, reading -- anything but sports. Feeling like a failure, he comforts himself with food. Garvey is kind, funny, smart, a loyal friend, and he is also overweight, teased by bullies, and lonely. When his only friend encourages him to join the school chorus, Garvey's life changes. The chorus finds a new soloist in Garvey, and through chorus,...