Carole Boston Weatherford has written several children’s books on the civil rights movement but none come close to the heroically inspirational tale she tells of Harriet Tubman. Weatherford created a masterpiece by thematically combining one woman’s fight to free her self, her family, and her people from slavery with a religious faith that burned as bright as the torch of liberty.
Weatherford brilliantly captures this faith on every page with an ongoing dialogue between Harriet and the Lord. “By moonlight, she marches on, making her way mile after rugged mile, hiding in haystacks, attics, and barns, holding God’s hand all the while. She often wearies. ‘How far Lord?’ ‘As far as you can walk with me, my child, and I can carry you.’”
Harriet’s harrowing escape from slavery will keep readers on the edge of their seats. But it is just the beginning. Harriet transforms into a biblical Moses as she returns 19 times to free hundreds of her people from slavery – truly a heroic tale. Her faith in the Lord is the very embodiment of our national motto, “In God We Trust.”
Kadir Nelson’s art is a perfect match for Weatherford’s words. Young readers (and old!) will enjoy finding all the hidden animals in the forest on one of the double-page spreads. But to really appreciate this Caldecott Honor Book, note how Harriet’s flight to freedom is illustrated almost entirely in dark, double-page spread but ends with the gorgeously lit picture of Harriet as she asks, “Is this heaven, Lord?” And the Lord answers, “Not heaven, Harriet, FREE SOIL.”
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Inspirational book for kids
I would give the book itself 5 stars. It's a very inspirational message for children, that their faith in the Lord can guide them through anything, and with beautiful pictures filled with emotion. After we studied the Underground Railroad and Harriet Tubman, I got it for my 10 yr old daughter who has a strong faith in Jesus yet can still struggle with fear and anxiety at times. My only complaint is, upon opening the package, I discovered the corner of the book was damaged and there was a small tear on the paper cover of the book.
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Moses: When Harriet Tubman led her people to freedom
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