Aunt Harriet's Underground Railroad in the Sky
By Faith Ringgold
When Be Be vanishes aboard a mysterious freedom train, Cassie follows Harriet Tubman into danger.
Genres
What is Aunt Harriet's Underground Railroad in the Sky about?
Cassie and her brother Be Be embark on a magical journey through the sky, where they encounter a mysterious train bound for freedom. When Be Be boards the train without her, Cassie is left behind. Guided by the courageous Harriet Tubman, Cassie retraces the perilous path of the Underground Railroad, experiencing the challenges faced by escaping slaves. Through determination and bravery, she reunites with Be Be, gaining a profound understanding of the quest for freedom.
About the author
Faith Ringgold is a talented artist and author from America. She is best known for her colourful story quilts and her popular book 'Tar Beach'. Faith’s stories often celebrate family, dreams, and adventures. She loves sharing her creativity with children and inspiring them to use their imagination in art and writing.
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
1995
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