Booker (VHS)

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Booker (VHS)

Based on a true story of a 9 year old Booker T. Washington. 

Feature Film For Families

• Rated: Not Rated
• Number of tapes: 1
• Run Time: 60 minutes
• Format: Color
• Languages: English
• Subtitles: English

Imagine not being allowed to read because of your skin color. Based on a true story, this was a reality for 9-year-old Booker T. Washington. Like most slaves who were freed after the Civil War, Booker found himself uprooted, uneducated, and illiterate.

Facing an uncertain future and social adversity, Booker and his family pressed on to find work in a new town. During hard times, Booker's passion for learning kept his dream to read alive. But putting food on the table was more important to Booker's stepfather than a fanciful dream - until Booker's newly acquired math skills prevented his stepfather from being cheated by a greedy boss. By adhering to his dream, Booker inspired others in the African-American community.

1. What did Booker do when he was faced with this disappointment? What can you do to be positive when faced with a challenge?
2. What was Booker's dream? What did he have to do to accomplish his dream? How can you accomplish your dream?
3. When Booker was told it was against the law to teach him to read, how did he act? What can you do when faced with an impossible obstacle?
4. How can being a friend help someone else reach their dream or goal?

1983 New Image Productions, Inc.