Features
- Reading level: Ages 9-12
- Cover Type: Paperback with 192 pages
- Published by: Bethany House February 1, 2008
- Written in: English
- ISBN 10 Number: 0764205560
- ISBN 13 Number: 978-0764205569
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Book Dimensions:
8.7 x 7.4 x 0.6 inches
- Weighs: 5.6 ounces
Product Description
Drawn from the lives of key Christian from the past and present, Heroes in Black History is a gorgeously illustrated treasury of forty-two exciting and educational readings designed to help foster Christian character qualities in families with elementary-age children. This inspiring collection, highlighting African-American Christians, presents a short biography and three true stories for each hero, including: Harriet Tubman George Washington Carver William Seymour Thomas A. Dorsey Mary McLeod Bethune Martin Luther King Jr.
Whether read together at family devotions or alone, Heroes in Black History is an ideal way to acquaint children ages six to twelve with historically important Christians while imparting valuable lessons.
About The Author
Dave Jackson is co-author, with his wife, Neta, of the award-winning Trailblazer Books and the Hero Tales series, as well as No Random Act, the story behind the 1999 murder of Coach Ricky Byrdsong. Dave holds a degree in journalism from Judson College and has a prolific writing career, including books on racial reconciliation and ministry to kids in gangs. Dave and Neta are members of Chicago Tabernacle, a multiracial congregation and daughter church of the Brooklyn Tabernacle. They live in Evanston, Illinois.
Reader ReviewsAltough I've already read this book, my book club, The Fortson Grove Book Club, is currently reading this book and discussing each character. The questions at the end of each chapter is thought provoking, even for our young readers. This is a great book for Black History Month and all schools should be encouraged to include it in their curriculum for the month of February.
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