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Puffin Books, 2000-01-12

Minty: A Story of Young Harriet Tubman

Minty: A Story of Young Harriet Tubman

Alan Schroeder, Author

Jerry Pinkney, Illustrator

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9780140561968

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Many people know about Harriet Tubman's adult life--how she helped hundreds of slaves escape to freedom along the Underground Railroad. But how many know about Harriet Tubman's life as a child? This dramatic portrayal is illustrated in full color by four-time Caldecott Honor recipient Jerry Pinkney.
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This imaginative retelling plants seeds of the courage that would later shape a hero. With lyrical strength, it honors the early resolve of a child who dared to long for freedom—and act.

Keywords and Themes: Biography & Autobiography • Bravery • Character • Courage • Cultural & Regional • Determination • Freedom • Heroism • Historical • Hope • Imagination • Justice • Juvenile Nonfiction • Places • Strength • United States • Women

Age Range • 4-8

Pages • 40

Subjects • Tubman • Harriet • Childhood and youth • Slaves • United States • African Americans • Underground railroad • Women • Antislavery movements

Categories • Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Historical • Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Cultural & Regional • Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography | Women • Juvenile Nonfiction | Places | United States

They called her "Minty."

When she grew up, she became Harriet Tubman, the courageous and heroic woman who helped hundreds of slaves escape to freedom through the Underground Railroad. But she was just a little girl for a while--and this is her story. Minty, short for Araminta, was a feisty and headstrong young slave, whose rebellious spirit often got her into trouble. She told stories to her doll, released animals from traps, and, above all, dreamed of running away. And when her father began to teach her the skills necessary for escape, she listened carefully, and learned. . . .

*"Rich with melodrama, suspense, pathos, and, of course, a powerful vision of freedom. This exquisitely crafted book resonates well beyond its few pages."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review

Winner of the Coretta Scott King Award

An ALA Notable Book

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