Rebels Against Slavery facts for kids
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| Author | Patricia McKissack, Fredrick McKissack |
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| Country | USA |
| Language | English |
| Subject | Children's literature, Slavery in the Americas |
| Published | 1996 (Scholastic Press) |
| Media type | Print (hardback, paperback) |
| Pages | 181 |
| ISBN | 9780590457354 |
| OCLC | 245948104 |
Rebels Against Slavery: American Slave Revolts is an important book from 1996. It was written by the talented authors Patricia and Fredrick McKissack. This book shares powerful true stories about people who fought for freedom against slavery in the Americas.
Stories of Courage and Freedom
This book introduces young readers to brave individuals who stood up against slavery. It tells their life stories and explains their efforts to end this unfair system. These people are often called "abolitionists" because they wanted to abolish, or completely get rid of, slavery.
Meet the Freedom Fighters
The book features many heroes who fought for their freedom or helped others gain theirs. Some of these inspiring figures include:
- Joseph Cinqué: He led a revolt on the slave ship Amistad.
- Toussaint Louverture: A leader who helped Haiti become the first free Black republic.
- Gabriel Prosser: He planned a large slave rebellion in Virginia.
- Nat Turner: He led a significant slave revolt in 1831.
- Harriet Tubman: A famous conductor on the Underground Railroad, helping many escape.
- Denmark Vesey: He planned one of the largest slave rebellions in U.S. history.
- John Brown: An abolitionist who believed in using force to end slavery.
- Cato: He led the Stono Rebellion, one of the earliest slave revolts.
- The Maroons: Groups of formerly enslaved people who formed free communities.
The McKissacks' book helps us understand the challenges these individuals faced. It also shows their incredible strength and determination to achieve freedom and justice.
Recognized for Excellence
Rebels Against Slavery has received several important awards. These awards show that the book is highly respected for its writing and its message.
- In 1996, it was named a CCBC Choice. This means it was chosen as an outstanding book by the Cooperative Children's Book Center.
- In 1997, it was recognized as an ALA Best Book for Young Adults. The American Library Association gives this award to excellent books for teens.
- Also in 1997, the authors received a Coretta Scott King Award author honor. This award celebrates African American authors and illustrators of books for children and young adults.
