No trains. No tracks. And not underground. These were only code words to describe a secret network of hidden pathways, river crossings, safe houses, and courageous, determined people who helped thousands escape from enslavement to freedom in 1700s to 1800s America.
The Underground Railroad connected the freedom seekers with the brave “conductors”—such as Harriet Tubman—who risked their own freedom to help guide them to safety. Young readers will also learn about other incredible helpers, the various paths to freedom, and important historic events, such as the Civil War and the passing of the 13th Amendment. With compelling illustrations and carefully leveled text, this National Geographic reader introduces a complex topic in an age-appropriate, accessible way.
Lakita Wilson is the author of several novels and nonfiction projects for children and young adults, including What Is Black Lives Matter? a part of the New York Times bestselling Who HQ Now series, the middle grade contemporary novesl Be Real, Macy Weaver and Sparkle, and the new YA novel Pretty Girl County.
Lakita was born in Washington, DC, and grew up in Prince George's County, Maryland. A 2017 recipient of SCBWI's Emerging Voices Award, Lakita received her MFA in writing for children and young adults from Vermont College of Fine Arts. She is currently on faculty at Prince George's Community College in the education department. Lakita lives in Prince George's County, Maryland, with her two children and shih-tzu. She can be found online at lakitawilson.com.
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No trains. No tracks. And not underground. These were only code words to describe a secret network of hidden pathways, river crossings, safe houses, and courageous, determined people who helped thousands escape from enslavement to freedom in 1700s to 1800s America.
The Underground Railroad connected the freedom seekers with the brave “conductors”—such as Harriet Tubman—who risked their own freedom to help guide them to safety. Young readers will also learn about other incredible helpers, the various paths to freedom, and important historic events, such as the Civil War and the passing of the 13th Amendment. With compelling illustrations and carefully leveled text, this National Geographic reader introduces a complex topic in an age-appropriate, accessible way.
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Lakita Wilson is the author of several novels and nonfiction projects for children and young adults, including What Is Black Lives Matter? a part of the New York Times bestselling Who HQ Now series, the middle grade contemporary novesl Be Real, Macy Weaver and Sparkle, and the new YA novel Pretty Girl County.
Lakita was born in Washington, DC, and grew up in Prince George's County, Maryland. A 2017 recipient of SCBWI's Emerging Voices Award, Lakita received her MFA in writing for children and young adults from Vermont College of Fine Arts. She is currently on faculty at Prince George's Community College in the education department. Lakita lives in Prince George's County, Maryland, with her two children and shih-tzu. She can be found online at lakitawilson.com.
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