African American History 1

From the first Africans to step foot on the North American continent to the fight for emancipation, this collection covers the major topics of African American history through Reconstruction. Topics covered include the Middle Passage, the experiences of free African Americans, the history of slavery, Abolition, the Civil War, and Reconstruction.

6 Theme Baskets (150 title)6 Themes Baskets (150 titles)
Research CardsResearch Cards

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  • High-interest nonfiction titles, reading levels K–12th grade
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