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A Hi-Lo Book for Teens

In 1784, Abraham is an enslaved man working for a landowner in Virginia. Soon, a decision by the owner changes the course of Abraham’s life. But will he forget the other enslaved workers left behind?

This historical, teen, hi-lo fiction book is one of several within The Story of America Boxed Set 1: Through 1866, a great resource for schools and libraries.

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing, 2023.

What is a hi-lo book?
“Hi-lo (high-interest, low readability) books are designed to engage struggling readers by exploring complex, age-appropriate themes at a lower reading level. They typically feature simple sentences, controlled vocabulary, lower page counts, and short chapters.”

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