Children's Biographies

Children's Books feature the Adventures of Heroes and Heroines in American History
Hook kids on History with The Young Patriots Series

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Family Reading Time -

Most parents already know the benefits to reading aloud to your child, and do so often during the preschool years. But why stop there? A family reading night is an excellent way to not only spend quality time with your children (and any age) but to reinforce those lifelong skills that reading aloud provides.

Did you know, reading aloud:

Increases vocabulary;
Creates a thinker;
Develops listening skills;
Develops an appreciation for art forms;
Helps to ensure academic success;
Enhances attention span;
Develops creativity and imagination

The list goes on and on. Dedicate an evening to take turns reading aloud a new book. It may just become your favorite family pastime.

To learn more about the benefits of reading aloud, click HERE.

The Heroes & Heroines of Black History!

In celebration of Black History Month this February and to start a new tradition of family reading night, why not learn more about some of our country’s heroes and heroines through books.

Young Patriots Mahalia Jackson, Frederick Douglass, and Phillis Wheatley put their distinct and crucial stamp on American Black History through the perseverance of spirit and self. Each has taught timeless lessons of sacrifice, determination and strength—imperative skills for each generation. Bring history to life and renew these life lessons in yourself through reading about and understanding the courageous journeys of such heroes and heroines.

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Black History Month

Beyond the Book . . .
Activities for Kids, Parents and Teachers
Frederick Douglass

Volume 13 of the Young Patriots Series
– Frederick Douglass, Young Defender of Human Rights –
depicts the boyhood adventures of the man whose determination and enthusiasm for learning led him to become the famous abolitionist.

In celebration of Black History Month, here is a classroom activity from the Frederick Douglass, Young Defender of Human Rights Teacher’s Guide

As an adult, Frederick Douglass became a great speaker and writer. Have students visit the Library of Congress American Memory website to read the writings of Frederick Douglass in the Frederick Douglass Papers exhibit.

Find the complete Teacher’s Guide and Webquest here.

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