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ISBN
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Granddaddy's Gift

Written by Margaree King Mitchell
When her grandfather registers to vote in segregated Mississippi, a young black girl learns the importance of school and learning. "A lovely, intelligent look at a chapter of American history."—SLJ
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Age Range
7 - 11
Grade Level
3rd - 5th
ISBN
9780439684514
Lexile
670
Themes
award winners & favorites
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