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- third book in a historical fiction series with a time traveling dog
- focuses on sibling slaves who run away from their Maryland plantation and are pursued
- convo: deaths mentioned, the girl speaks to her mother’s spirit, they can’t trust churches to help them as many pastors were pro-slavery, dishonesty (forging freedom papers)
- includes great author’s note on her research and further reading suggestions
Type: chapter book
Ages: 8-12
Author: Kate Messner
Illustrator: Kelley McMorris
What a great way to introduce children to this time period. It touches on the sad and very serious part of our country’s history in an accessible and age-appropriate manner.
There’s just enough suspense, difficulties in their journey and threats of danger without becoming too intense. The adults they meet along the way have a great secret system, and they are protected.
I’m quite enjoying this series!
Review for Book 1: Rescue on the Oregon Trail
Review for Book 2: Danger in Ancient Rome
Review for Book 4: Race to the South Pole
Review for Book 5: Journey Through Ash and Smoke
Review for Book 6: Escape From the Great Earthquake
