Black History Heroes: Harriet Tubman
Black History Heroes: Harriet Tubman
By: Patricia Pete, Ariyana Taylor
Published by Milk & Cookies, 2026-02-03
Black HistoryHeroes: Harriet Tubman showsthe power of courage, leadership, and character in a dynamic biography for kids. After escaping the bonds of slavery, Harriet Tubman risked her life again and again to lead more than 60 enslaved people to freedom through a secret network of safe houses known as the Underground Railroad. So trusted and determined, she never lost a single "passenger"--earning her the nickname "Moses." Her bravery didn't stop there. Harriet went on to serve as a scout and spy for the Union Army during the Civil War and later became a passionate voice in the fight for women's right to vote. A trailblazer, a hero, and a symbol of hope, Harriet Tubman's story is powerful proof that Black history matters--and that one person's courage can change the world. Black HistoryHeroes shares the livesand inspirations of Black men and women who changed the world, yesterday,today, and for tomorrow. ★ "This empowering and engaging middle grade biography series about Black changemakers gets off to a strong start.....Strongly recommended for juvenile nonfiction collections."--School Library Journal, starred review of Black History Heroes: Chadwick Boseman ★ "The book beautifully chronicles Boseman's struggles and triumphs....Readers will be enraptured with this magnificent tribute to the life of Chadwick Boseman, who was a true hero that anyone could look up to."--Booklist, starred review of Black History Heroes: Chadwick Boseman
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