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The People Could Fly: An African-American Folktale

The People Could Fly: An African-American Folktale

Author: , Illustrator: Sole Otero

Slaves who lost their wings under great oppression learn to fly freely once again, in their hearts and in their minds.
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Ages: 5-7
Read time: 5-20 mins
AR LEVEL: 3.8
LEXILE©: 590L
Ages: 5-7
Read time: 5-20 mins

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