Read author’s note. ( )

Great as a first Douglas Bio for kids. Each page includes a related quote from Douglas, which made this a unique biography that richly emphasized his determination and amazing experience. ( )

Great as a first Douglas Bio for kids. Each page includes a related quote from Douglas, which made this a unique biography that richly emphasized his determination and amazing experience. ( )

The life of Mexican artist Jose Guadalupe Posada is explored through whimsical illustrations that blend Posada’s original works with Tonatiuh’s. Posada is best known for his calaveras (skeletons), which have become synonymous with the Day of the Dead festival. Author’s Note, Glossary, Bibliography, Art Credits, Where You Can See Posada’s Work in the U.S.A.

Summary:
The story tells about the life of Frederick Douglass. Tells how he was raised by his grandmother because his mom was a slave and he never got to see her. He didn't know who his dad was. And then as a child he was sent off be a slave. As he grew up, he become more and more educated about the world around him and he began fighting to end slavery and then for equal rights. A lot of people didn't agree with Douglass but he made a difference in the world.

Personal Reaction:
Very great book. Really explains and shows what times were like back then and the struggles that people faced on a day to day basis. The author explains things in a way that a child would be able to understand.

Classroom Ideas:
1. Talk to the children about what was going on during the setting of the book and why this was such an important time in history.
2. Show the children video footage of Frederick Douglass and his legacy.