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Aunt Harriet's Underground Railroad in the Sky Paperback – Picture Book, December 12, 1995

by Faith Ringgold (Author)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 258 ratings
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The main character of Coretta Scott King Award and Caldecott Honor winner Tar Beach takes flight once again, encountering Harriet Tubman and learning about the Underground Railroad.

Cassie, who flew above New York in Tar Beach, soars into the sky once more. This time, she and her brother Be Be meet a train full of people, and Be Be joins them. But the train departs before Cassie can climb aboard. With Harriet Tubman as her guide, Cassie retraces the steps escaping slaves took on the real Underground Railroad and is finally reunited with her brother at the story's end.
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  1. Reading age
    3 - 7 years
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 2
  5. Lexile measure
    AD850L
  6. Dimensions
    9.38 x 0.15 x 12.06 inches
  7. Publisher
    Dragonfly Books
  8. Publication date
    December 12, 1995
  9. ISBN-10
    0517885433
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0517885437
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Read Award-Winning author Faith Ringgold's stunning Picture Books!
Tar Beach by Faith Ringold Aunt Harriet's Underground Railroad in the Sky by Faith Ringgold We Came To America by Faith Ringgold My Dream of Martin Luther King by Faith Ringgold, Illustrated by Faith Ringgold CASSIE’S WORD QUILT by * Faith Ringgold, Illustrated by Faith Ringgold
TAR BEACH AUNT HARRIET’S UNDERGROUND RAILROAD IN THE SKY WE CAME TO AMERICA MY DREAM OF MARTIN LUTHER KING CASSIE’S WORD QUILT
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Read more from award winning author Faith Ringgold! Fiction, autobiography, and African American history are woven into this magical story that will be cherished for generations. Cassie, who flew above New York in Tar Beach, soars into the sky once more. A timely and beautiful look at America’s rich history of immigration and diversity. Learn about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day with this inspiring children's book. Cassie, the main character from the picture book Tar Beach, takes us on a tour of her home.

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Characters from Tar Beach once again fly-this time in a fantastical sky train run by Harriet Tubman that traces a route on the Underground Railroad. Ages 4-9.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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"Groundbreaking!" --School Library Journal, starred review

"Impressive…. Ringgold's dynamic paintings combine historical fact with strongly realized emotions." --Booklist, starred review

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dragonfly Books; Dragonfly Books ed edition (December 12, 1995)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0517885433
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0517885437
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD850L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 6.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.38 x 0.15 x 12.06 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 258 ratings

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Faith Ringgold was born in Harlem in 1930. She received a degree in art education from the City College of New York and was an art teacher long before she became a professional artist. She is best known for her 'painted story quilts,' some of which hang in the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City. Tar Beach, RinggoldÕs first book for children, won the Coretta Scott King Award for illustration and was named a Caldecott Honor Book. Ringgold is now a professor of art at the University of California at San Diego. She lives in California and in New Jersey.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Better than GOOD
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This book arrived in VERY Good condition; you described it as "Good" but it was better than that. Thank you for the good service, Goodwill Industries of Central Florida! It is a charming story of the Underground Railroad.....
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5.0 out of 5 stars I love Faith Ringgold's work
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Saw a documentary on PBS about crafts and Faith Ringgold was one of the artist's featured. She talked about her book, Tar Beach, and I knew i had to get it, so I went to the library and checked it out. I enjoyed it thoroughly and resolved to get all of her books. I love how she uses color to fill the entire page. Having had family who lived in NYC, I was familiar with NYC rooftops and wasn't sure my southern grandchildren, who live in the country, would appreciate Tar Beach. So, I'm starting them with her, Aunt Harriet's Underground Railroad in the Sky. I would recommend all of her books.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The best book for kids to talk about slavery and the role it played in our history
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It is crucial to explain to our kids our past and expose them to the meaning of slavery and what it meant to our communities. This book does a great job doing it in a friendly way and embracing the role of antie Harriet who did an amazing thing that should never be forgotten.
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Susan Hensley
5.0 out of 5 stars Christmas Gift
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My daughter in law suggested I buy this book for one of her daughters so they could discuss the life of the slaves.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good kids book
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Well written and good history
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great childobook
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Excellent story and beautiful artistic pictures! A great book for understanding how the slaves made their way North for freedom
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ideal
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Book was used to introduce The Underground Railroad quilt presentation to 4th graders. They thoroughly enjoyed it.
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angela Tristram
5.0 out of 5 stars We are still struggling to keep going forward and never let our voices be muted
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 30, 2019
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I was deeply moved by this book and the struggles, and peoples who rose up and atrocities were faced by the people's,and beyond.
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K. Wright
4.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for young readers
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I liked the history that it gives. Readers are able to imagine themselves in the story. I loved the illustrations it really shows some important aspects of the Underground Railroad.
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Sandra Piggott
5.0 out of 5 stars A railway like no other!
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Another amazing book written for children but with much to teach adults. I used it in school and have had many copies the latest to give to my grandchildren.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Not sure of the read. She took it home with her
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 3, 2018
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Purchased for my 7 year old granddaughter
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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Great!
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