Rising Above Slavery (Read with Highlights)
Description
Harriet Tubman was a hero who helped others escape slavery, spied for the Union in the Civil War, and housed people experiencing poverty after slavery ended.
Activities
Map Out the Journey
Look at a map of the United States and the journey Harriet took to freedom. What obstacles might have been hard to go around? Think about what she mi...
Describing Harriet
Think of words to describe Harriet Tubman (brave, leader, strong, smart, determined). Think about ways you have shown traits like Harriet. Which ones...
What Do You Know?
Answer these questions after reading the story: Why did Harriet Tubman run away? About how many enslaved people did she help to freedom? How did she ...