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The Drinking Gourd. F.N. Monjo Pictures by Fred Brenner
by F. N. Monjo · Grade 1 · AR 3.3
The Drinking Gourd. F.N. Monjo Pictures by Fred Brenner
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The Drinking Gourd tells the story of young Tommy, whose family is secretly part of the Underground Railroad. One night, Tommy discovers his father helping runaway slaves hide in their barn. He learns about the dangers and the importance of the 'Drinking Gourd' (the Big Dipper constellation) as a guide to freedom in the North. Tommy begins to help in small but important ways, understanding the bravery and hope involved in the journey to freedom.
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The Drinking Gourd. F.N. Monjo Pictures by Fred Brenner by F. N. Monjo is recommended for grades K-2 readers with an AR level of 3.3. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
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