How Long to Read Black Poppies: The Story of Britain's Black Community in the First World War

How Long Does it Take to Read Black Poppies: The Story of Britain's Black Community in the First World War?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 16 minutes to read Black Poppies: The Story of Britain's Black Community in the First World War by Stephen Bourne

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Did you know that Black people from around the world helped Britain fight in the First World War? How heroic were the people who fought? Why did Black people have to keep fighting for equality even after the war? In this young readers' edition of Black Poppies , Stephen Bourne takes us on a hero-filled journey. Explore the many and extraordinary ways in which Black people helped Britain fight the First World War, on the battlefield and at home. After meeting Stephen's Aunty Esther, we hear the story of Walter Tull, who led soldiers in some of history's bloodiest battles and died in the fighting just weeks before the conflict would end. Then there is Alhaji Grunshi, an African who fired the first shot of the whole war. Back at home, Black men and women helped by entertaining the people, making materials like bullets and uniforms, and beginning the long fight for equality and the freedom to celebrate being Black and British with pride.

How long is Black Poppies: The Story of Britain's Black Community in the First World War?

Black Poppies: The Story of Britain's Black Community in the First World War by Stephen Bourne is 134 pages long, and a total of 34,036 words.

This makes it 45% the length of the average book. It also has 42% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Black Poppies: The Story of Britain's Black Community in the First World War Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 5 minutes to read Black Poppies: The Story of Britain's Black Community in the First World War aloud.

What Reading Level is Black Poppies: The Story of Britain's Black Community in the First World War?

Black Poppies: The Story of Britain's Black Community in the First World War is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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