Barbara smucker author biography worksheet
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Underground to Canada by Barbara Smucker
Student Activities for Underground to Canada By Barbara Smucker
Essential Questions for Underground to Canada
- What was the Underground Railroad?
- What are some of the ways that Julilly exhibited bravery throughout the novel?
- What are some of the challenges that Julilly and the others faced?
Underground to Canada Summary
Twelve year old Julilly was born a slave. Along with her beloved mother, she lived on the Hensen Plantation, which, by all accounts, was a “good” place to be. When news hits the plantation that a slave trader is heading their way, and that many will be sold and moved to the South, panic fills Julilly and her mother, Mamma Sally. Ripped from her mother’s arms along with many other children, Julilly is put on a wagon and is taken away. Fear and sadness sweeps over Julilly as she comforts the younger children, and watches as three men that she knew, once strong and tall, become helpless and hopeless as chains are wrapped around their wrists and ankles.
After a long and miserable journey, they arrive in Mississippi, where Julilly and the others are to live on the Riley Plantation, a place that was nothing like Henen’s in Virginia. In her tiny and decrepit cabin, Julilly meets a girl her age named Liza,
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Activity One - Barbara Smucker: Student Worksheet
Activity One - Barbara Smucker: Student Worksheet
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Underground to Canada is a gripping historical fiction novel by Barbara Smucker that tells the story of young slaves in the United States and their journey to freedom in Canada. This book is a perfect fit for a classroom setting, as it offers a unique perspective on the lives of slaves and the challenges they faced during this time period. The themes of courage, determination, and hope are woven throughout the story, making it an excellent choice for a classroom read-aloud. Teachers will find that reading this book with their class will spark thought-provoking discussions and help students develop a deeper understanding of history, while also fostering their critical thinking and empathy skills.
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