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Synopsis
Henry Bell is not allowed to learn to read and write. In fact, most enslaved children, like him, are severely punished if they are even caught with a book. But Henry is curious. He suspects there is something powerful in books, and he wants to know what it is. One day Henry finishes his chores quickly, then runs to the schoolhouse. He hides in a sycamore tree just as the teacher begins reading a story. His heart pounds as he listens with astonishment, and right then he makes up his mind to learn to read. Henry s fierce determination and bravery in the face of serious consequences lead him to a special friendship, and a journey of discovery that changes his life forever. Set in the pre-Civil War South, UP THE LEARNING TREE is a story of hope and humanity during difficult times, and a poignant reminder that the freedom to learn should never be taken for granted.
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About the Author
MARCIA VAUGHAN is the author of numerous children’s books, including THE SECRET TO FREEDOM, a Teachers’ Choices Award winner published by LEE & LOW BOOKS. Vaughan was inspired to write UP THE LEARNING TREE after reading Civil War-era oral histories of former enslaved people, many of whom risked their lives to learn to read and write. Vaughan lives in Vashon Island, Washington, with her husband and their son. DEREK BLANKS received his B.F.A. degree from the Maryland Institute, College of Art in Baltimore. He has served as a painter and freelance illustrator for galleries, museums, and art publications, and he currently works as a graphic artist and photographer. A native of Mississippi, Blanks now lives in College Park, Georgia, with his wife. This is his first picture book.
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Up the Learning Tree
Seller: Bay State Book Company, North Smithfield, RI, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: acceptable. Blanks, Derek (illustrator). The book is complete and readable, with all pages and cover intact. Dust jacket, shrink wrap, or boxed set case may be missing. Pages may have light notes, highlighting, or minor water exposure, but nothing that affects readability. May be an ex-library copy and could include library markings or stickers. Seller Inventory # BSM.1CJQ8
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Up The Learning Tree
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
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Hardback. Condition: Good. Blanks, Derek (illustrator). Henry Bell is not allowed to read and write. In fact, most enslaved children, like him, are severely punished if they are even caught with a book. But Henry is curious. He suspects there is something powerful in books and he wants to know what it is. One day, Henry hides in a sycamore tree by the schoolhouse just as the teacher begins reading a story. His heart pounds as he listens with astonishment and right then he decides to learn to read. Henry's fierce determination and bravery lead him to a special friendship and journey of discovery that changes his life. Seller Inventory # 00103030794
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Up the Learning Tree
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Lee & Low Books (edition ), 2003
ISBN 10: 1584300493
ISBN 13: 9781584300496
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Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Blanks, Derek (illustrator). With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Seller Inventory # 1584300493-11-1-29
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Up the Learning Tree
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Blanks, Derek (illustrator). Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1584300493I5N00
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Up The Learning Tree
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
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Hardback. Condition: Good. Blanks, Derek (illustrator). Henry Bell is not allowed to read and write. In fact, most enslaved children, like him, are severely punished if they are even caught with a book. But Henry is curious. He suspects there is something powerful in books and he wants to know what it is. One day, Henry hides in a sycamore tree by the schoolhouse just as the teacher begins reading a story. His heart pounds as he listens with astonishment and right then he decides to learn to read. Henry's fierce determination and bravery lead him to a special friendship and journey of discovery that changes his life. Seller Inventory # CIN1584300493G
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Up the Learning Tree
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Lee & Low Books, Incorporated, 2013
ISBN 10: 1584300493
ISBN 13: 9781584300496
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Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. Blanks, Derek (illustrator). Library Binding. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 2710138-6
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Up the Learning Tree
Seller: Big River Books, Powder Springs, GA, U.S.A.
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Condition: very_good. Blanks, Derek (illustrator). This is a withdrawn library or rental book. It is stamped or stickered. Seller Inventory # BRV.1584300493.VG
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Up the Learning Tree
Seller: HPB-Ruby, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
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hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Blanks, Derek (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_473376317
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Up the Learning Tree
Seller: HPB-Diamond, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
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hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Blanks, Derek (illustrator). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_485485932
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Up the Learning Tree
Seller: YESIBOOKSTORE, MIAMI, FL, U.S.A.
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hardcover. Condition: As New. Blanks, Derek (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 1584300493-VB