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Dear Benjamin Banneker
| Item #: | 077649 |
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| ISBN: | 9780152018924 |
| Grades: | K-6 |
Product Description:
An accomplished astronomer and mathematician, Benjamin was born free when most black men were still in slavery. He took a stand against slavery and wrote a letter to Thomas Jefferson. This is a lovely introduction to an important historical American figure. His contribution to the city of Washington D.C. was unknown to me. Read about his life from curious child to man of science. The beautiful illustrations are created with scratch art by Brian Pinkney. Authored by Andrea Davis Pinkney. ~Sara
Publisher Description:
Throughout his life Banneker was troubled that all blacks were not free. And so, in 1791, he wrote to Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson, who had signed the Declaration of Independence. Banneker attacked the institution of slavery and dared to call Jefferson a hypocrite for owning slaves. Jefferson responded. This is the story of Benjamin Banneker--his science, his politics, his morals, and his extraordinary correspondence with Thomas Jefferson. Illustrated in full-page scratchboard and oil paintings by Caldecott Honor artist Brian Pinkney.
Beautiful Feet curriculum takes a multi-level, living book approach to teaching history, geography and world cultures, using easy to use Guides for the teacher and engaging, well-written literature for the student. The Guides provide book lists, chapter readings, discussion and research questions, background information, website links, answer keys, and more. See our website for lists of literature resources to accompany each guide. Most guides provide content for one year of study, with the exception of Geography through Literature and Western Expansion. The latter two are recommended to be completed together for one year of study. Numbers of lessons vary, and are scheduled 1 to 4 days per week. Recommended Timelines, Maps , or a Composition Book maybe available. See individual courses for more details. Timelines are cardstock and include the figures referenced in the study. Students will need to color, cut and assemble the timeline and figures. History and geography come alive with these well done literature guides. See our website for required books for each guide. Some guides and resources contain Christian content while others do not; contact us for additional information.
