McKissack, Pat

A picture of freedom

the diary of Clotee, a slave girl

McKissack, Pat

In 1859 twelve-year-old Clotee, a house slave who must conceal the fact that she can read and write, records in her diary her experiences and her struggle to decide whether to escape to freedom.

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Nettie Jo's friends

McKissack, Pat

Nettie Jo desperately needs a needle to sew a new dress for her beloved doll, but the three animals she helps during her search do not seem inclined to give her their assistance in return.

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Tricia Ann experiences the humiliation of segregation as she ventures out into Nashville by herself in the 1950s, but bolstered by the love, respect, and pride of her grandmother and other elders, she continues on to reach "Someplace Special"--the public library where all are welcome.

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The Aztec

Submitted by khenkes on Tue, 01/28/2020 - 07:56

Discusses the Aztec Indians, their history, religion, language, customs, and final days.

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The Aztec

Submitted by khenkes on Tue, 01/28/2020 - 07:56

Discusses the Aztec Indians, their history, religion, language, customs, and final days.

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A picture of Freedom

Submitted by khenkes on Fri, 12/27/2019 - 10:15

In 1859 twelve-year-old Clotee, a house slave who must conceal the fact that she can read and write, records in her diary her experiences and her struggle to decide whether to escape to freedom.