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Age Range
8 - 10
Genre
biography
Copyright Year
2013-01-01
Page Count
128
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Grade Level
3rd - 5th
ISBN
9780545484367
Lexile
1060
Themes
american history

I Am: Harriet Tubman

Written by Grace Norwich and Illustrated by Ute Simon
With a forward-thinking attitude, Harriet Tubman escaped slavery and risked her life countless times to help free 70 others. She became monumental in both the civil rights movement and the women's suffrage movement. Kids will be inspired by this icon's tireless work to create a better America.
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Historic Figures Activity Guide for Grades 3-5

This activity guide supports books on historic figures for grades 3-5.

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Age Range
8 - 10
Genre
biography
Copyright Year
2013-01-01
Page Count
128
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Grade Level
3rd - 5th
ISBN
9780545484367
Lexile
1060
Themes
american history
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