Bridget "Biddy" Mason: A Walking Sensation

by Dwe Williams and Loretta Ford

Book Overview

Biddy Mason was born a slave in 1818 in Mississippi. Biddy was owned by Robert and Rebecca Smith. The Smiths moved to California taking Biddy and her girls along. This was a mistake for Robert Smith... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0978683900
• ISBN13: 9780978683900
• Release Date: November 2006
• Publisher: Dwelo Enterprises
• Length: 1 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7

Customer Reviews

Who is Bridget Biddy Mason? An African American Legend

Who is Bridget Biddy Mason? Biddy is an African American female legend that grew up a slave and died a philanthropist. During her life is endured harsh treatment from slave owners, the journey of walking from Mississippi to Los Angeles without shoes, and building an empire that would serve thousands. Bridget Biddy Mason is someone that everyone in the country needs to learn about in order to appreciate her struggle. BRIDGET BIDDY MASON: A WALKING SENSATION is a remarkable tale of endurance, persistence, and Christian service. Williams and Ford have a God given talent for writing that is sure to inspire children for many years to come. The illustrations are brilliant and will certainly promote discussions between parents and their children. The characters are vividly depicted according to the time period while the facial expressions speak volumes. I'm ready for the next installment in the "We Were Always There" series. Reviewed by: M. Bruner, 2005 Marguerite Reviewer of the Year [...]

Loving Biddy Mason!!

Biddy Mason takes you on a historic journey through the eyes of a curious child. My daughter absolutely loved this book. The illustrations kept us both cozy and delightful. I would recommend that every child from pre-k through second grade read this book. Biddy Mason was quite a driven woman...I just visited the publishers website to hear the sing along song. Spread the word!!!! Sing- Biddy Biddy- OH Biddy Biddy- Biddy Mason...