TEARS FOR ASHAN
(A Primer for beginning discussions of slavery)
A unique and valuable perspective on slavery is provided in an understated, illustrated story set in an unspecified region of Africa. As Kumasi approaches manhood, he looks up to and admires a young hunter named Ashan, whom he considers his best friend. When the "men without color" arrive carrying "long sticks that smoked and made a loud popping noise," Kumasi watches in horror as Ashan is taken captive and grieves when he realizes he will never see Ashan again. The Afrocentric point of view offers a much needed balance in children's literature on this topic. Social Studies teachers will welcome this authentic, moving story, extended by softly colored pictures. Gr. 3-6
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7 3/8 x 9 - 32 pages
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ISBN 0-9621681-0-6
L.C. 88-63766
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