Books with title Who Was Harriet Tubman?

Harriet Tubman was known as the Moses of her people. She helped deliver hundreds of slaves out of bondage in the South to the freedom of the North. Each time Harriet went back into the South to rescue more of her people, she ran the risk of being caught herself. Later, she helped the Union forces as a spy, nurse, laundress, scout, and cook. When she led a group of men to attack Confederate forces, she became the first woman to ever lead an armed raid. Harriet Tubman s example of courage and determination continue to be an example to people all over the world today.

This engaging series give children a first introduction to important historical figures and their impact on the lives of Americans. Books include information on major accomplishments in each person’s life and explain how their actions impacted history. Illustrations and primary sources are used to enhance students’ understanding of the text. This title looks at Harriet Tubman, from her early life, through the work that made her famous.

Of course, Harriet Tubman is a women whose story every young reader would benefit from learning about, but where are the books that tell her life story in an accessible, captivating way with age-appropriate language for young readers? Finally, heres a book that explores her childhood, life, cause, and work in a way that gives perspective, introduces weighty topics, and facilitates further exploration of Americas history, all for early elementary readers. This volume captures readers in the story of one inspiring, notable, remarkable life, giving social studies and history curriculums a chance to excite, interest, and motivate readers to initiate a lifelong quest of learning.