{"product_id":"9781514013342_threads-of-freedom","title":"Threads of Freedom","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStitching Together Stories of Freedom and Courage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover the extraordinary courage and resilience of formerly enslaved women and men who changed the course of history through their acts of bravery during the Underground Railroad era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten and illustrated by textile artist Sandra Scott-Revelle, this middle-grade book transforms historical accounts into vivid, accessible stories that help readers ages eight through twelve understand the complex realities of enslavement, survival, and the Underground Railroad. Working with personal accounts from the Works Progress Administration and William Still's \u003ci\u003eThe Underground Railroad\u003c\/i\u003e, Scott-Revelle shows the bravery and sacrifices of people who fought for freedom--not only for themselves but for others as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat you'll find in \u003ci\u003eThreads of Freedom\u003c\/i\u003e: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOver twenty figures from history\u003c\/b\u003e featured, from well-known figures like Harriet Tubman and Sojourner Truth to lesser-known ones like Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler, Charles Gilbert, Arnold Gragston, and the Still family\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnique textile art illustrations\u003c\/b\u003e created by the author, a professional quilter and textile artist\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHistorical context and background\u003c\/b\u003e to help readers understand complex historical periods\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderground Railroad map\u003c\/b\u003e for geographic reference and learning\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eComprehensive glossary\u003c\/b\u003e to support vocabulary development and comprehension\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEducational resource\u003c\/b\u003e perfect for homeschooling, classroom use, and independent reading\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book invites readers to listen carefully to voices that have too often gone unheard. It is perfect for readers interested in Black history, the Underground Railroad, folk art, and stories of overcoming obstacles, and it is an invaluable resource for librarians, social studies teachers, and educators seeking entry-level books that present the time period from enslaved people's perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThreads of Freedom\u003c\/i\u003e aims to start readers on a journey of discovery, stretch their curiosity, and inspire their creativity. By weaving these often-forgotten narratives into their own understanding, readers do more than just learn history; they walk alongside those who lived it, honoring their sacred journeys with the compassion and listening their stories have always deserved.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sandra Scott-Revelle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40983239032881,"sku":"9781514013342","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/9926\/3793\/files\/9781514013342.jpg?v=1779965500","url":"https:\/\/bakerbookhouse.com\/products\/9781514013342_threads-of-freedom","provider":"Baker Book House ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}