Overview
The book, Kessie's Tales: The Adventures of an African-American Slave Girl in South Carolina, by Kitty Wilson-Evans and Lucinda R. Dunn with illustrations by Jason Curry, introduces youngsters (ages 9 & up) to a long neglected chapter in the history of enslaved Africans in America -- from a child's point of view. Written in the tradition of oral storytelling, this touching story carries young readers back into the early 19th century, into a time where African-Americans were slaves. Though serious in intent, this story has a lighthearted spirit that keeps youngsters, and even adults, eager for the next adventure. Based on the fictional character created by author Kitty Wilson-Evans, Kessie's Tales provides parents and teachers with a gentle way to help youngsters understand; get classroom discussions going about a painful era in American history and its repercussions for tod
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9780981900704
- ISBN-10: 0981900704
- Publisher: Dunn Deal Publishing
- Publish Date: December 2008
- Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.7 x 0.3 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.2 pounds
- Page Count: 36
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