The Patchwork Path: A Quilt Map to Freedom by Bettye Stroud (English) Paperback

Description: The Patchwork Path by Bettye Stroud, Erin Susanne Bennett This fictionalized account describes a brave father and his young daughter, two of thousands who escape a life of slavery and make the dangerous journey to freedom on the Underground Railroad. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The images stitched into Hannahs quilt lead to secret signposts on the Underground Railroad as she and her father take flight from slavery on a perilous path to freedom.Now that Hannahs papa has decided to make the run for freedom, her patchwork quilt is not just a precious memento of Mama — its a series of hidden clues that will guide them along the Underground Railroad to Canada. A fictionalized account of a fascinating oral history, The Patchwork Path tells the story of a two of the thousands who escaped a life of slavery and made the dangerous journey to freedom — a story of courage, determination, and hope.- A Gustavus Myers Center for the Study of Bigotry and Human Rights Outstanding Book, Honorable Mention Author Biography Bettye Stroud is the author of several picture books that speak of her African American heritage, including DANCE YALL, THE LEAVING, and DOWN HOME AT MISS DESSAS. Of THE PATCHWORK PATH, she says, "I want my writing to be inspirational to children as they face the demons I write about. I hope my readers see themselves and know they are not alone in facing disappointments. I want them to know all is never lost; there is always hope."Erin Susanne Bennett is a recent graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design. Of THE PATCHWORK PATH, her first book, she says, "Growing up in Rochester, New York, had a tremendous impact on my awareness of the Underground Railroad. Illustrating THE PATCHWORK PATH has only deepened my appreciation for the immense strength, courage, and sacrifice embodied by African American slaves and those who fought with them for equality." Review This works well as a story and also as a lesson in African-American history.—School Library JournalThe exciting escape story makes the history immediate, and the fascinating quilt-code messages will have children revisiting the page that shows each symbol and its secret directions.—BooklistThe childs candid first-person narrative captures her apprehension as well as her hope and determination. Newcomer Bennett contributes dramatic oil paintings in an earth-toned palette.—Publishers WeeklyBennetts strong, beautiful illustrations bring out the tedium and suspense of the long journey north from Georgia, following wagon wheel, flying geese, drunkards path, and stars to freedom.—Washington Post Book WorldBettye Strouds poignant book teaches kids about the importance of the Underground Railroad.—Parents Prizes Short-listed for Georgia Childrens Book Award (Picture Storybook) 2009 Review Quote This works well as a story and also as a lesson in African-American history. --School Library Journal The exciting escape story makes the history immediate, and the fascinating quilt-code messages will have children revisiting the page that shows each symbol and its secret directions. --Booklist The childs candid first-person narrative captures her apprehension as well as her hope and determination. Newcomer Bennett contributes dramatic oil paintings in an earth-toned palette. --Publishers Weekly Bennetts strong, beautiful illustrations bring out the tedium and suspense of the long journey north from Georgia, following wagon wheel, flying geese, drunkards path, and stars to freedom. --Washington Post Book World Bettye Strouds poignant book teaches kids about the importance of the Underground Railroad. --Parents Details ISBN0763635197 Author Erin Susanne Bennett Short Title PATCHWORK PATH Pages 32 Language English Illustrator Erin Susanne Bennett ISBN-10 0763635197 ISBN-13 9780763635190 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY E Year 2007 Residence Athens, GA, US Birth 1938 Imprint Candlewick Press,U.S. Subtitle A Quilt Map to Freedom Place of Publication Massachusetts Country of Publication United States Audience Age 5-8 DOI 10.1604/9780763635190 AU Release Date 2007-08-28 NZ Release Date 2007-08-28 US Release Date 2007-08-28 UK Release Date 2007-08-28 Publisher Candlewick Press,U.S. Publication Date 2007-08-28 Illustrations 4-COLOR Audience Children / Juvenile We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:141721190;

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