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Child Introduction To African American History

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A Comprehensive Guide for Children

This book is a comprehensive guide to African American history for children. It covers everything from the arrival of the first Africans in America to the present day. The book is written in a clear and concise style, and it is packed with interesting facts and stories. It is essential reading for any child who wants to learn more about African American history. African American History Book A Child S To African American History: The Experiences People And Events That Shaped Our Country (A Child S Series)

A Child's Introduction to African American History: The Experiences, People, and Events That Shaped Our Country (A Child's Introduction Series)

by Jabari Asim

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	126551 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	96 pages

The Arrival of the First Africans in America
The Slave Trade
The Abolition of Slavery
The Civil War
Reconstruction
The Jim Crow Era
The Civil Rights Movement
The Present Day

The Arrival of the First Africans in America

The first Africans arrived in America in 1619. They were brought to the colony of Jamestown, Virginia, as slaves. These first Africans were the beginning of a long and painful history of slavery in America.

The Slave Trade

The slave trade was a major industry in the United States for over 200 years. During this time, millions of Africans were forcibly brought to America to work as slaves. The slave trade was a brutal and inhumane practice that had a lasting impact on the lives of African Americans.

The Abolition of Slavery

The abolition of slavery was a long and difficult process. The abolitionist movement began in the early 1800s, and it gained momentum in the years leading up to the Civil War. The Civil War was fought over the issue of slavery, and the Union victory led to the abolition of slavery in the United States.

The Civil War

The Civil War was a bloody and costly conflict that lasted from 1861 to 1865. The war was fought between the Union (the Northern states) and the Confederacy (the Southern states). The Confederacy seceded from the Union in 1861, and the war began. The Union victory in the Civil War led to the abolition of slavery and the reunification of the United States.

Reconstruction

Reconstruction was the period of time after the Civil War when the United States tried to rebuild the South. Reconstruction was a difficult and challenging time, as the South struggled to adjust to the end of slavery. The Reconstruction era ended in 1877, when the last of the federal troops were withdrawn from the South.

The Jim Crow Era

The Jim Crow era was a period of time in the United States when African Americans were subjected to racial segregation and discrimination. The Jim Crow era began in the late 1800s, and it lasted until the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s. During the Jim Crow era, African Americans were denied their basic rights, including the right to vote, the right to education, and the right to fair housing.

The Civil Rights Movement

The Civil Rights Movement was a period of time in the United States when African Americans fought for their civil rights. The Civil Rights Movement began in the 1950s, and it gained momentum in the 1960s. The Civil Rights Movement led to the passage of several important laws, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. These laws outlawed racial discrimination and guaranteed African Americans the right to vote.

The Present Day

The present day is a time of both progress and challenges for African Americans. Although racial discrimination has been outlawed, it still exists in many forms. African Americans continue to face challenges in the areas of education, employment, and housing. However, there have also been many positive developments in recent years. African Americans have made great strides in the areas of politics, business, and culture. The future is bright for African Americans, and they continue to fight for their full and equal rights.

A Child's Introduction to African American History: The Experiences, People, and Events That Shaped Our Country (A Child's Introduction Series)

by Jabari Asim

4.8 out of 5