Henry's Freedom Box by Ellen Levine

A true story from the Underground Railroad.
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Resource: picture book
Time: 1800s (ends in 1849)
Place: America

Summary:
Henry was a slave.  Early he learned how precarious life as a slave was, separated from his family at a young age.  He grew up, married and had a son of his own.  Then his wife and son were sold away from him again.  Henry was sad, but he decided to take action. With the help of the Underground Railroad, Henry is mailed to freedom in Philadelphia in a box. Illustrated by the critically accaimed Kadir Nelson in full color.

Potentially Objectionable Content:
none

Reading Level: grade K - 3
Lexile Measure: 380L
Guided Reading Level: P

Format Links
Audiobook: 
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Additional Resources:
Lesson Plan from Scholastic