Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hamer - Spirit of the Civil Rights Movement
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Carole Boston Weatherford
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Dreamscape Media, LLC
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Despite fierce prejudice and abuse, even being beaten to within an inch of her life, Fannie Lou Hamer was a champion of civil rights from the 1950s until her death in 1977. Integral to the Freedom Summer of 1964, Ms. Hamer gave a speech at the Democratic National Convention that, despite President Johnson's interference, aired on national TV news and spurred the nation to support the Freedom Democrats. Based on the critically acclaimed 2016 Caldecott and Sibert Honor Book and winner of the Boston Globe Horn Book Honor Award, Voice of Freedom celebrates Fannie Lou Hamer's life and legacy with a message of hope, determination, and strength.
©2015 Carole Boston Weatherford (P)2016 Dreamscape Media, LLC
- Listening Length33 minutes
- Audible release dateJuly 20, 2016
- LanguageEnglish
- ASINB01IAH1OLI
- VersionUnabridged
- Program TypeAudiobook
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Product details
| Listening Length | 33 minutes |
|---|---|
| Author | Carole Boston Weatherford |
| Narrator | Janina Edwards |
| Audible.com Release Date | July 20, 2016 |
| Publisher | Dreamscape Media, LLC |
| Program Type | Audiobook |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Language | English |
| ASIN | B01IAH1OLI |
| Best Sellers Rank | #180,075 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) #26 in Poetry for Children #42 in Activist Biographies for Children #50 in Cultural Heritage Biographies for Children |
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Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2021
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I can't say enough good things about this book. The artwork is breathtaking, the parts that may he upsetting for younger children are told in a sensitive age-appropriate way, and best of all, much of the story is told through Hamer's own words. I bought this for the young girl I tutor and she loved it; I also bought it for an older friend who was unfamiliar with Hamer, and it spurred her to learn more about the Civil Rights Movement. I would recommend this book to literally anyone of any age.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2021
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The stories in this book and the illustrations that accompany them are beautifully done. There are so many valuable lessons that can be derived from this book.
Before purchasing this book for a classroom library as I had, please be aware that this book contains mature language, specifically the n-slur and the b-word on pages 21 and at the end in the source notes. I understand why the author included these words in the book. That said, I think people should be made aware of them before purchasing. This book is not one I would put in my classroom library for students to access and read at anytime. I believe reading this book should be accompanied by honest conversations about race, racism, and discrimination with a trusted adult and for that reason, I will be holding on to it to use as a resource to help me educate my future children.
Before purchasing this book for a classroom library as I had, please be aware that this book contains mature language, specifically the n-slur and the b-word on pages 21 and at the end in the source notes. I understand why the author included these words in the book. That said, I think people should be made aware of them before purchasing. This book is not one I would put in my classroom library for students to access and read at anytime. I believe reading this book should be accompanied by honest conversations about race, racism, and discrimination with a trusted adult and for that reason, I will be holding on to it to use as a resource to help me educate my future children.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2016
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I bought this book back in Nov., so this review is long overdue. It is a beautiful book, and in the capable hands of Carole Boston Weatherford readers are transport back through the life and achievements of Fannie Lou Hamer. Her words are both whimsical and striking. And the illustrations by Ekua Holmes are a perfect compliment to the images Weatherford's words create.
The illustrations are stirring and vibrant and demand to be recognized. It is no wonder that Holmes was awarded a Caldocott honor and the Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe award for New talent for this debut work. It is well deserved. And this picture book biography is a wonderful addition to any bookshelf.
The illustrations are stirring and vibrant and demand to be recognized. It is no wonder that Holmes was awarded a Caldocott honor and the Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe award for New talent for this debut work. It is well deserved. And this picture book biography is a wonderful addition to any bookshelf.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2021
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This is a wonderful book , and a real book. As another reviewer wrote, for younger children it should be read with a trusted adult. Even little bit of this book is pretty hard hitting. I highly recommend it , if it is read with adults or older children who can help process the difficult things that happened in Fanny Lou’s life and times. Everyone should know these things.
Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2017
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This is one of the best nonfiction picture books I've ever read. I love the way the author has told Fannie Lou Hamer's story through free verse poetry. She also has done a remarkable job of conveying these poems in the voice of Ms Hamer. It's a beautifully told tale of an important figure in civil rights, someone more people should know about. HIghly recommended for all ages.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2020
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Bought this book for my kiddo for black history month. We enjoyed reading this book.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2017
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This book eloquently details the life of Fannie Lou Hamer. It's illustrated with such rich and beautiful colors.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2021
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Great reading!









