Runaway
The Daring Escape of Ona Judge
The story of Ona Judge, who was enslaved by Martha and George Washington, and risked her life to emancipate herself. Ona’s story is told in a stunning poem and powerfully illustrated by the renowned artist Keith Mallett. Learn more…
- Jane Addams Peace Association Honor Book.
- Notable Book by the Association for Library Services to Children.
- Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People.
“a distinctive, haunting voice, and powerful images”
—Kirkus, Stared Review ★
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54th Massachusetts Infantry’s War to End Slavery
A dual biography of George Stephens and James Henry Gooding, Civil War soldiers, and the first Black war correspondents’ expose the dangers and tragedies on and off the battlefield and the shocking injustices they endured in the Union Army. Learn more…
- Carter J. Woodson Honor Book.
“Absolutely stellar.” – Kirkus, starred review ★
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