About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking big questions about fairness, civil rights, or the history of America. It is an ideal resource for parents who want to introduce the heavy reality of slavery through a lens of empowerment rather than just victimhood. This biography follows Frederick Douglass from his childhood in bondage to his life as a world-renowned orator and advisor to Lincoln, emphasizing how literacy was his primary tool for liberation. While the book addresses the cruelty of the plantation system, it focuses heavily on Douglass's inner strength and his refusal to let his spirit be broken. It is written in an accessible, fast-paced style perfect for 8 to 12-year-olds who are ready to learn about the complexities of American history. You might choose this book to help a child understand that one person's voice can truly change the course of a nation.
