Runaway to Freedom
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Picture Book · Ages 7–11 · Est. 4.5 hour read-aloud

Runaway to Freedom

Written by Barbara Smucker · Illustrated by Charles Lilly

Part of the Harper Trophy Books series

Two girls flee slavery, seeking freedom on the Underground Railroad.

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160 pages· 34,246 words· Est. 4.5 hour read-aloud· 770L
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In the heart of Mississippi, two young slave girls embark on a perilous journey to escape the chains of bondage. Their path to freedom is fraught with danger as they navigate the treacherous Underground Railroad, aiming for the sanctuary of Canada. Will they outwit the relentless pursuers and find the liberty they yearn for, or will the shadows of their past catch up with them? Their courage and determination are tested at every turn in this gripping tale of hope and survival.

At a glance
Format
Prebound-Glued
Pages
160
Words
34,246
Reading age
7–11
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
770L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5
F&P level
~R
AR points
5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
8544
Publication
Published
October 23, 1979
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780808549383
OCLC
22506034

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