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Almost to freedom

Tells the story of a young girl's dramatic escape from slavery via the Underground Railroad, from the perspective of her beloved rag doll.

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Main Author: Nelson, Vaunda Micheaux
Other Authors: Bootman, Colin (Illustrator)
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: Minneapolis, Minn. : Carolrhoda Books, Ã2003.
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Slavery > Juvenile fiction.
Underground railroad > Juvenile fiction.
Rag dolls > Juvenile fiction.
Dolls > Juvenile fiction.
African Americans > Juvenile fiction.
Historical fiction > Juvenile.
Picture books.
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Summary:Tells the story of a young girl's dramatic escape from slavery via the Underground Railroad, from the perspective of her beloved rag doll.
Physical Description:1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Awards:Coretta Scott King Honor, illustrator, 2004.
ISBN:157505342X
9781575053424
1413189695
9781413189698
Author Notes:Vaunda Micheaux Nelson is the author of The Book Itch, as well as three Coretta Scott King Award-winning books: No Crystal Stair, Bad News for Outlaws, and Almost to Freedom . She is a former youth services librarian in New Mexico. Visit her online at vaundanelson.com. Colin Bootman is the award-winning illustrator of many books for children, including Young Frederick Douglass, Almost to Freedom, and The Steel Pan Man of Harlem - which he also wrote. He and his books have received numerous awards, including the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor, the Schneider Family Book Award, and the Teacher's Choice Award. Born in Trinidad, Mr. Bootman came to the United Statesat the age of seven and found that art helped him cope with his new environment. Once a young artist himself, Mr. Bootman hopes his art can encourage children to follow their dreams and embrace their passions.

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