Module 3: Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry By: Mildred Taylor

Summary

Cassie Logan is growing up during the depression era her family is poor and they live in Mississippi. Her family is trying to hold it together and in the process teach their children about pride, respect and land ownership. This book deals with the great depression racism and family. A great read from grades 4-7th.

Reference

  Taylor, M. (1976). Roll of thunder, hear my cry. New York: Dial Press.

Review

In the novel roll of thunder hear my cry students can learn about the great depression, sharecropping, and the laws that held down a particular race/group of people. This novel is very good for teaching reading and social studies. Mildred Taylor has created characters that are believable and interesting to read about. I like how the book not only spoke about the great depression but also the inequalities in the races during that time. The descriptions are amazing and the events that happen in the novel have you at the edge of your seat. I recommend this novel for upper elementary school age children grades 4-7th.

Professional Review

Kennedy, E. (n.d.). Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry Book Review and Summary. Retrieved August 12, 2015.

Library Uses

Create your own cover for roll of thunder hear my cry. Include the title author, and a picture.