Emancipation Proclamation

In this book, early fluent readers learn how Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation freed enslaved people in the Confederate States of America, allowed them to join the Union military, and was a stepping stone to ending slavery throughout America. A straightforward, factual overview of the historical document's content and lasting impact on the United States engages and enlightens readers.

A Take a Look! map shows which states sided with the Confederacy, and which stayed with the Union. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and a timeline highlights key events in the document's creation.

Children can learn more about the Emancipation Proclamation using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Emancipation Proclamation also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

Emancipation Proclamation is part of Jump!'s Writing That Changed U.S. History series.