Told from the perspective of an enslaved child’s beloved rag-doll, Almost to Freedom follows Lindy and her parents as they make a dangerous journey of escape through the Underground Railroad. Readers of all ages will be moved by this unforgettable story of friendship, hope, courage, and the strength of the human spirit. Stunning oil paintings by Colin Bootman convey the powerful emotions of the tale. Winner of a Coretta Scott King Honor for Illustration.

SKU:	N/A
Categories:	Beginning Reader, Children's Books, Coretta Scott King Book Award-Illustrators, Picture Books
Tags:	African American, Children's Historical Fiction, Children's Prejudice & Racism Books, Juvenile Fiction

Language	English
ISBN - 13	‎ 9781575053424
Publisher	Lerner Publishing Group
Publication Date	08/01/2003
Pages	40
Dimensions	‎ 9.5 x 0.5 x 11.5 inches
Weight	1.05 pounds
Lexile	530L
Reading Age	5-9 years

About the Author

Vaunda Micheaux Nelson is the author of The Book Itch, as well as three Coretta Scott King Award-winning books: No Crystal Stair, Bad News for Outlaws, and Almost to Freedom. She is a former youth services librarian in New Mexico. Visit her online vaundanelson.com.

Colin Bootman is the award-winning illustrator of many books for children, including Young Frederick Douglass, Almost to Freedom, and The Steel Pan Man of Harlem—which he also wrote. He and his books have received numerous awards, including the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor, the Schneider Family Book Award, and the Teacher’s Choice Award. Born in Trinidad, Mr. Bootman came to the United States at the age of seven and found that art helped him cope with his new environment. Once a young artist himself, Mr. Bootman hopes his art can encourage children to follow their dreams and embrace their passions.

Awards

2004 Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor

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Format	Hardcover
Condition	Very Good Clear