Frederick Douglass

Summary
To introduce Frederick Douglass to the students using a short reading and listening worksheet.

Objectives
• Students will get an introduction to the life of Frederick Douglass.

• Students will have an interest in great historical figures and leaders.

• Students will practice their reading and comprehension skills.

Suggested Grades
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

Excerpt
Frederick Douglass was born in Talbot County, Maryland in 1818. His mother, Harriet Bailey, was a slave. He was separated from his mother at an early age and was primarily raised by his grandparents.

At the age of eight, Frederick was sent to live with relatives of his master in Baltimore. Their names were Hugh and Sophia. By using the Bible, Sophia taught Frederick to read. A quick learner, Frederick began reading other books on his own. At the age of thirteen, Frederick bought a copy of The Columbian Orator, which greatly influenced his oratory skills.

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