Learn more about Ellen's world. Ask an adult to help you.

What was slavery?
     Farmers in the South wanted people to work for free...
     ...so men kidnapped people from Africa.
     Slaves did all kinds of work.
     The Civil War ended slavery in America.

What was it like to be a slave?
     Hear a former slave describe his work.
     Explore a slave cabin.
     See how slaves were sold.

What happened when slaves ran away?
     Their owners sent dogs to find them.
     Their owners put up wanted posters.
     People who hated slavery helped them.

How did Ellen and William travel?
     See a map.

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Ellen and William traveled a long way. Hear a song called "Long Way to Travel."