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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016
Steamboat School
By Deborah Hopkinson, Ron Husband (Illustrator)
A boy and his teacher defy a law banning Black education by creating a floating school.
40 pages· 1,155 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 708 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In 1847 Missouri, young James finds school dull until Reverend Meachum's inspiring lessons light a spark. When a law shuts down their school, Meachum's determination leads to a daring solution—a floating school on the Mississippi River. Can they outsmart the oppressive law and continue their education? This true story of resilience and ingenuity challenges discrimination and celebrates the power of learning.
