Who Were the Abolitionists?
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Who What Why Series | The Modern Church
In Christian history, the Modern Church has faced turbulence, growth, and reformation. The Modern Church has seen the rise of missions and evangelism. It has experienced brutal wars and oppressive regimes. The Modern Church, too, saw the rise–and fought for the end–of chattel slavery.
During the time of abolition, many Christians chose to glorify God by loving their neighbors as themselves. Believers searched Scripture to find what the Lord has to say about his creation. All humans are made in the image of God. We are to love and care for others. Through the preaching and teaching of God’s Word, many Christians learned to sacrifice on behalf of those in need.
Teach your kids about the Modern Church with fun narrative and important biblical truth through the Who What Why series from Danika Cooley and Christian Focus Publications.
Who Were the Abolitionists?
The abolitionists were a group of people who wanted to get rid of (abolish) slavery. This book will tell you about some of them. They came from different places and had different stories, and God called them to serve him in different ways. But they each worked to make sure that a human being, made in the image of God, could not be owned by someone else.
Included are profiles of:
- Granville Sharp
- Phillis Wheatley
- Olaudah Equiano
- Thomas Clarkson
- William Wilberforce
- Zachary Macaulay
- William Knibb
- Sojourner Truth
- Frederick Douglass
- Harriet Tubman
Courageous people do not usually intend to be brave. Instead, God's people use the gifts he gives them to glorify God and to serve others. As we look back upon the lives of people in the past, we see how God orchestrates every event to help his children grow in character and to accomplish a specific role in his story of the world.
Who Were the Abolitionists?, Danika Cooley (Christian Focus Publications, 2023), page 6
Your kids can learn about the lives of the abolitionists, the historical times they lived in, and their work in ending chattel slavery.
In a fun and engaging tone, the Christian biography Who Were the Abolitionists? will take your kids through the lives of ten prominent abolitionists.
Who Were the Abolitionists? chapters:
- Introduction: For Such a Time as This
- Chapter One: Granville Sharp (1735-1813)
- Chapter Two: Phillis Wheatley (c. 1745-1797)
- Chapter Three: Olaudah Equiano (c. 1745-1797)
- Chapter Four: Thomas Clarkson (1760-1846)
- Chapter Five: William Wilberforce (1759-1833)
- Chapter Six: Zachary Macaulay (1768-1838)
- Chapter Seven: William Knibb (1803-1845)
- Chapter Eight: Sojourner Truth (1797-1883)
- Chapter Nine: Frederick Douglass (c. 1817-1895)
- Chapter Ten: Harriet Tubman (c. 1820-1913)
- Timeline
Phillis was not the kind of abolitionist who spoke to large crowds about the Bible and freedom. Rather, Phillis found herself proving to the world that she was, in fact, a person.
Who Were the Abolitionists?, Danika Cooley (Christian Focus Publications, 2023), page 28
Fabulously illustrated by Martyn Smith, the Who What Why series books are each 95 pages long with 8-9 chapters, perfect for your middle grade (ages 8-11) readers. The fun narrative makes each book an engaging family read aloud, but kids will love, too, that they can read the books on their own.
In fun sidebars, your kids will also learn about:
- The Sin After the Sin
- This Time in History
Who Were the Abolitionists? is a fun way for kids to learn about ten men and women who worked to glorify God, love their neighbors, and in the process changed history.
Christian Biographies for Kids | Christian History for Kids | Theology for Kids
"As for the saints in the land, they are the excellent ones, in whom is all my delight." - Psalm 16:3, ESV
Christian History Matters for Our Kids.
History matters. Now, more than ever, we see how important it is for our children to know and understand history and the Bible. Here's why:
- God is the sovereign ruler of all things. It's important for our kids to see his hand in the history of nations and in the lives of both peasants and kings.
- Christian history is the story of our family history. Our kids get to see how people who love Jesus follow him.
- Understanding history can help our kids learn historic and biblical theology. They learn what the Bible says and what that means for us. They also see when the study of Scripture has taken important turns that have changed the Church.
- Reading Christian biographies and history can be a wonderful way for kids to think outside their own time and culture. God's Church spans centuries and includes people from every nation.
- Christian biographies help kids consider their own faith, walk with Jesus, and the impact their witness may one day have on others--and on history.
Elementary-aged kids need middle grade resources that are fun, a little sassy, and that teach valuable lessons.
The Who What Why Series is the perfect resource to teach your kids about history, while helping them apply biblical truths to their lives today.
"Danika has done it again! Built on the foundation of God’s command to love our neighbors as ourselves, in her Who, What, Why series, Danika comprehensively explores the tragic history of slavery throughout time and throughout the world. It’s a sad history, but also a hopeful one, with God’s gracious promise ultimately to set captives free." Douglas Bond, Author of over 30 books, including War in the Wasteland and The Resistance
"Danika Cooley has hit the mark with this series. Slavery is an ugly topic, but the stories of the Christian responses to the evil allow hope to shine through. Readers will learn a lot of history, but more importantly they will learn what it means to put the Gospel into action. A series well worth reading." Linda Finlayson, Author of God’s Timeline and God’s Bible Timeline
"I love the effort that Danika Cooley makes in this book to simplify and bring the short stories of several people who fought against slavery and slave trading to the attention of a new generation of young people." Conrad Mbewe, Pastor of Kabwata Baptist Church in Kabwata, Zambia; Founding Chancellor of African Christian University in Lusaka, Zambia
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"We had read the previous 3 books that Danika Cooley released, so we were pumped to get these new books! I love that they're from a Christian perspective and that my children can learn history in a fun way. We're studying the Civil War time period in our homeschool, so what perfect timing to get books on the Underground Railroad, Abolitionists, and Why Slavery Ended. She does such a great job of storytelling and points our children to the Bible inside of the stories. What a treat! We can't wait to see what series of 3 she comes up with next!" - Christine Zell, This Bit of Life (Abolition Set)
"What an amazing trio of books. History is a powerful teacher and this series points gloriously to God's sovereignty and how he used ordinary people to push back against what is wrong. I loved the balanced approach that didn't excuse sin, but rather exposed its deceptive and contagious nature. One of our favorite lines is how "sin begets more sin." That one gave us so much to ponder and discuss as we look at where we are at in today's world... Hence why history can provide such provocative lessons. Thanks Danika, for this wonderful series." - Heather H.
"In the same way that most history books covering slavery focus primarily on the American slave trade, resources on this same topic tend to only consider one types of slavery. I was thankful that Danika took the time to make a distinction between indentured servitude and chattel slavery, because we do see examples of both in the Scriptures. I believe this contrast is very important for children to learn as they make connections throughout their education. We want our children to understand that God’s character never changes and to see how God’s Law, his moral standard for holiness, is the same across the Old and New Testament." - Lindsey Stomberg, Reformed Faith and Family (Abolition Set)
"My munchkins are enjoying this new series of books by my friend, Danika Cooley, and I'm excited about the history they are learning and how it's written in such a way that it points them to our awesome God. I love using stories about God's people like missionaries and other Christian heroes to help my kids grow to know and love Jesus. These books fit the bill nicely as they are packed with stories and snippets of history that help kids see how great and good our God is - even in the face of extreme evil. As my kids read and hear about God working through his people to fight against the wickedness of slavery, they are also learning about the character of God and how he wants to work in their own lives to show his epic love to the world." - Nathan Hamilton, Kids Enjoying Jesus (Abolition Set)
"She uses age-appropriate language and context without shying away from the sinfulness and horror of slavery. She doesn’t cover up the pain and brokenness caused by slavery but does share how God worked through His followers to protect and free many of his beloved children." - Joy Wendling, Created to Play (Abolition Set)
"Danika does a great job at tracing the role that specific Christians play in confronting evil in their society. She emphasizes God’s sovereignty in placing us in a specific time in history in order to glorify God and serve others with our actions. That’s a hopeful message for our kids in this current cultural climate. God can use them to make a difference in the world as a Christian." - Abby Banks, 4 One More
"In today’s world, books share many messages, and it can sometimes be hard to know which books to buy for your children. If you are like me, you want books that are fun and interesting. More importantly, you want books that share your Christian worldview. This series fits that bill perfectly." - Dawn Peluso, The Schoolin' Swag Blog (Abolition Set)
"You should get them all and use them as a source of teaching about this important historical event from a Christian perspective. I thoroughly enjoyed reading these true depictions of history to my children." - Clarissa R. West (Abolition Set)
"I am thoroughly impressed with not only their basis on Christianity but also the care of such a difficult topic. ...Danika shares scripture in her books to help children understand that God does not separate us based on the color of our skin, He loves us all the same. I love how she included a chapter called Made in His Image." - Yvonne Billian, The Life We Build (Abolition Set)
"What an excellent book! I love that I can read the stories of Christian abolitionists — some I knew about and some I hadn't heard of yet — to my children, all while pointing them to the gospel of Christ. These stories are age-appropriate, engaging, and incredibly inspiring as they highlight the heart of God and His providence. I found myself brought to tears several times and praising the Lord for these incredible examples of courage and faith." - Tauna Meyer, Proverbial Homemaker (Who Were the Abolitionists?)
"I was primarily interested in this book for my kids, but within 10 minutes of browsing through it myself I had already learned a lot for myself. It's fascinating, humbling, and encouraging to look back at the past and see how God has used many of his people to fight against the horrific evils of slavery. The chapters are short and succinct enough for a child's attention span, but also PACKED with information about people and events from history that will leave adults saying, 'Wow! I didn't know THAT!'" - Nathan Hamilton, Kids Enjoying Jesus (Who Were the Abolitionists?)
"I love that the book is faith-focused. The author paints a picture that helps our kids see God working in and through ordinary individuals in an extraordinary way. I also appreciated how simple and engaging the books were. The biographies shared important details without losing kids’ attention. Throughout the stories, kids gain a better understanding of how the heart of God is portrayed through each of the abolitionists’ actions." - Katie J. Trent (Who Were the Abolitionists?)
"Danika Cooley brings the stories of ten abolitionists together to show kids that God can use anyone to accomplish His will and change the lives of other people for the better. The abolitionists featured were all different. They were black and white, rich and poor. Some were free and some were enslaved. But Danika shows that just like Queen Esther in the Bible, God used each person where they were, at just the right time, to accomplish His will for the world. I love that Danika not only shares the stories of well-known abolitionists such as William Wilberforce, Frederick Douglass, and Harriet Tubman, but also stories of lesser-known abolitionists such as Zachary Macaulay and William Knibb. Whether the gifts God gave each person was an understanding of the law, a way to understand numbers and statistics and share them in understandable ways, the bravery to help enslaved people escape, or something else, He gave each one what they needed to accomplish His will and make a difference in the world. Throughout the stories of the abolitionists, Danika shares Biblical truth that kids can learn from and grow in today, no matter their age or situation. They can learn about what happens when people let their consciences be seared, the importance of prayer and trusting God, and so much more. This is a wonderful book that I would highly recommend to families." - Bonnie Rose, BonnieRose.com (Who Were the Abolitionists?)
"In Who Were the Abolitionists the author takes you through the lives of 10 well known abolitionists throughout history. She touches the hearts of the believers who fought so hard to end slavery and share the love of Jesus with everyone! In these biographies she highlights the different contributions that each of the abolitionists made throughout their lives as well as their unique stories in the fight to end slavery. I am excited to add this book to our homeschool reading list for history this year." - Amazon Review (Who Were the Abolitionists?)
