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Capstone Press, 2020-01-08

Emancipation Proclamation: Asking Tough Questions

Emancipation Proclamation: Asking Tough Questions

Questioning History

Nel Yomtov, Author

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9781496688156

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"What was the Emancipation Proclamation and why was it important? How did it affect the Southern states' ability to fight in the Civil War? How did the proclamation change the lives of black slaves in the South? When President Abraham Lincoln created the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862, it had far-reaching effects on the course of the Civil War and U.S. history. Using an inquiry-based approach, primary sources, and quick-reference infographics, readers will discover how the Emancipation Proclamation helped end slavery and led to historic changes in the United States and in the lives of all U.S. citizens"--
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By asking readers to imagine themselves in Lincoln’s place, this text personalizes leadership and moral decision-making. A thoughtful blend of fact and reflection, it opens the door to deeper understanding of justice, courage, and historical complexity.

Keywords and Themes: Courage • Critical Thinking • Equality • History • Integrity • Justice • Juvenile Nonfiction • Leadership • Moral Decision-Making • Politics & Government • Responsibility • Social Science • United States - Civil War Period (1850-1877)

Readability • 5.9

Age Range • 8-11

Pages • 48

Subjects • United States • Lincoln • Abraham • Slaves • Emancipation • Politics and government • 1861-1865

Categories • Juvenile Nonfiction | History | United States - Civil War Period (1850-1877) • Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science | Politics & Government

What was the Emancipation Proclamation and why was it important? How did it affect the Southern states' ability to fight in the Civil War? How did the proclamation change the lives of black slaves in the South? When President Abraham Lincoln created the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862, it had far-reaching effects on the course of the Civil War and U.S. history. Using an inquiry-based approach, primary sources, and quick-reference infographics, readers will discover how the Emancipation Proclamation helped end slavery and led to historic changes in the United States and in the lives of all U.S. citizens.
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