Books like Aunt Harriet's Underground Railroad in the Sky by Faith Ringgold
In this engaging children’s story, Fidelica Ringgold casts Cassie on a historical adventure guided by Harriet Tubman’s legacy. Cassie retraces the clandestine routes of the Underground Railroad, determined to reunite with her younger brother. The narrative weaves themes of freedom, resilience, and sibling bonds, bringing the fight against slavery to life for young readers.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Faith Ringgold
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