emancipation

Explores the history of contraband camps--refugee camps for escaped slaves--during the Civil War, and discusses the African Americans who fought for freedom with the Union Army.

"Studies the aftermath of the Civil War, discusses how racist laws kept former slaves in inferior positions compared with whites, and explores how the actions of people in the mid-1800s continue to impact African Americans today"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes the passing of the Emancipation Proclamation, including the immediate and long reaching effects it had in the American Civil War and beyond"--Provided by publisher.

"This . . . volume will teach readers about the key events and facts having to do with the movement for abolition, as well as the people who fought to make it happen"--Publisher's website.

Little Mazie wants the freedom to stay up late, but her father explains what freedom really means in the story of Juneteenth, and how her ancestors celebrated their true freedom.

Follows the life and career of Abraham Lincoln and the development of his anti-slavery sentiments, discusses his position that the institution was protected by the Constitution in the original slave states, and looks at the measured steps he took after the Kansas-Nebraska Act made the expansion of slavery a national issue.

Profiles the history of the Emancipation Proclamation, including excerpts from original sources, and facts that challenge some popular beliefs.

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Juneteenth"--Provided by publisher.

An exploration of slavery in the United States that discusses its importance to the southern states, laws, Abraham Lincoln's "Emancipation Proclamation, " and other related topics. Includes a time line and a writing activity.

Examines the events leading up to and following Abraham Lincoln's creation of the Emancipation Proclamation, asking readers questions about how they would have handled several of the decisions the president faced regarding slavery.