This PDF contains the story of Annie Christmas and how she saved the riverboat, Belle during a storm. The read-aloud story comes with a lesson plan and activity pages.
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The Legend
The legend of Annie Christmas is told by Creole Moon and Denise Alvarado. As a daughter of the Mississippi Delta, Annie became a keel-boat captain and was stronger than most men. She also hated bullies, feared no one and made it her cause to champion those victimized.
The Song
An original song about Annie Christmas showing the keel boats on the Mississippi.