Freedom school, yes!
by Amy Littlesugar
Scholastic 2025
Great fit for 3rd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
Themes include racism
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Genre
Themes
- civil rights
- courage
- education
- community
- activism
- racism
- family support
- hope
About this book
In the summer of 1964, a young Black girl in Mississippi watches as volunteers arrive to start a Freedom School in her town. Through her eyes, readers see how learning to read, write, and speak up becomes an act of courage. Warm family support and a caring community help her find her voice. This powerful picture book introduces civil rights history in a kid-friendly way that inspires hope and pride.
Setting: rural Mississippi during Freedom Summer, 1964
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Freedom school, yes! right for my child?
Yes — Freedom school, yes! is a great fit for 3rd grade. The reading level is AR 3.5, which is typical for 3rd grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include civil rights, courage, education.
How long does it take to read Freedom school, yes!?
At a typical 3rd grade reading pace, Freedom school, yes! takes around 9m to finish. The book has 1,200 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Freedom school, yes! have an AR quiz?
Yes — Freedom school, yes! has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Freedom school, yes!?
Freedom school, yes! has an AR reading level of 3.5, which places it at a 3rd grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.