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Journey Through the Trail of Tears: A Heartbreaking History for Children

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A Group Of Native Americans Walking Along A Trail, With A Young Boy Looking Back At The Camera. The Trail Of Tears (Step Into Reading Level 5)

The Trail of Tears (Step into Reading Level 5)

by Joseph Bruchac

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	18282 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	52 pages

The Trail of Tears is a powerful and moving story that every child should know. This forced removal of Native Americans from their ancestral lands in the 1830s was a tragic event that had a lasting impact on their lives and culture.

The Trail of Tears: Step Into Reading Level is a beautifully illustrated book that tells the story of this tragic event in a way that is accessible to young readers. The text is clear and concise, and the illustrations are both evocative and informative.

The book begins by introducing the reader to the Native Americans who lived in the southeastern United States before the arrival of European settlers. These tribes were thriving and had their own unique cultures and traditions. However, the arrival of settlers led to conflict and displacement.

In the 1830s, the United States government passed the Indian Removal Act, which forced Native Americans to leave their ancestral lands and relocate to Indian Territory (now Oklahoma). This forced removal was known as the Trail of Tears.

The Trail of Tears was a long and arduous journey that took thousands of lives. The Native Americans were forced to travel long distances on foot, often in harsh conditions. They were also subjected to violence and mistreatment by the soldiers who were escorting them.

A Group Of Native Americans Sitting Around A Fire, With A Young Girl Looking Up At The Stars. The Trail Of Tears (Step Into Reading Level 5)

Despite the hardships they faced, the Native Americans who survived the Trail of Tears showed great resilience and strength. They rebuilt their lives in Indian Territory and continued to practice their traditions.

The Trail of Tears: Step Into Reading Level is a powerful and moving story that sheds light on a dark chapter in American history. This book is a valuable resource for teachers, parents, and anyone who wants to learn more about the Trail of Tears.

Here are some additional resources that you may find helpful:

* [The National Trail of Tears Association](https://www.nationaltrailoftears.org/) * [The Cherokee Nation](https://www.cherokee.org/) * [The Creek Nation](https://www.creeknation.com/) * [The Chickasaw Nation](https://www.chickasaw.net/) * [The Choctaw Nation](https://www.choctawnation.com/) * [The Seminole Nation](https://www.seminoletribe.com/)

The Trail of Tears (Step into Reading Level 5)

by Joseph Bruchac

4.7 out of 5