He was a leader of the abolitionist movement, a celebrated writer, an esteemed speaker, and a social reformer, proving that, as he said, Once you learn to read, you will be forever free.

Be sure to show readers the document int he back where Hugh Ault ultimately released Frederick Douglass from slavery. Frederick Douglass was a self-educated slave in the South who grew up to become an icon. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an inspirational biography. The author presents his ideas in a way that children can understand, but without talking 'down' to them. The early pages have little text, and by the time there is more for a parent to read, young readers are happy to sit while you keep telling Frederick Douglass' story. This an exceptionally well-paced, informative biography for young readers. He quickly became a sought-after activist for abolitionist and women's voting rights because of his speaking skills and thoughtful means of expression. He won numerous awards for his works, including five Coretta Scott King Awards for African American authors. His notable works include Fallen Angels, Monster, Crystal, and Scorpions. Frederick also took a new identity: Frederick Douglass. Walter Dean Myers (19372014) was the acclaimed author of over fifty books, primarily for young adults. Frederick put together a plan and took a great risk, but escaped to New York City, where Anna later joined him. At 19 he fell in love with Anna Murray, a free black woman. From then on, Frederick sought out anything he could to help him learn to read. When her husband objected, Frederick's formal education ended but by then he understood the link between freedom and being able to read. Auld taught Frederick to read alongside her own children. Diverse Easy Reader | Illustrated Chapterįrederick Bailey, born in Marylad and raised by his grandmother, was a slave in the household of Hugh Auld.

Frederick Douglass by Walter Dean Myers