This book involves some serious topics especially around slaves and how they were treated but it doesn't shy away from it. It deals with an instance of where Harriet was hit on the head and then discusses as to why that event was important for the decisions that she was about to make.

Clearly this book has a lot of value in history lessons, more so in America but it can be used to draw a contrast with any instances of slave or forced labour within any country's history, but what is could it be used for? Creating timelines is a great way to utilise all the books in this series because the events are presented chronologically.

A great point to look at in this book is that it doesn't matter where you come from it only matters how hard you work for your dreams. This book demonstrates that by working hard and going after her dreams Harriet was able to achieve a lot in her lifetime for herself, her family, and even complete strangers.

One other thing I really like about this series are the historical notes at the back of the book as well as a few recommended companions books - this makes planning for a unit of work so much easier!

I love both the premise and the delivery of this series of books. The whole series of 'Little People, Big Dreams' books should be a staple of all primary/elementary schools. This is a really accessible introduction to historical figures.

Each book seems to be a good length and an excellent introduction to important figures from history pitched perfectly for young readers. There's just enough information here to peak a young readers interest without overwhelming them. These books would serve as an excellent introductory piece for a topic or as a good framework for children to write their own non-fiction texts.

As for this specific book, I found it a decent introduction to Harriet Tubman and would use this if I wanted to introduce this subject area in class. I don't think this is the standout title in the series but it adds some depth and ensures the inclusion of an area which is rarely looked at in UK schools.

This is a beautifully illustrated story of Harriet Tubman. It's perfect for introducing children to important historical figures. It tells her powerful story simple but does not over simplify the important messages that her story still holds. Perfect for any voracious child readers looking to learn something along the way.

This is another book in the excellent series of Little People, Big lives, picture books to introduce great men and women to children, as simply as possible. With bright colors, and very little text, the story still works, and is a good way to get children interesting in historic characters.

In this case, we get to see "Minty" before she renamed herself, watching as her sisters are sold to another plantation.

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ANd here she is tending to the solidiers during the American Civil War.

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And probably, becasue this book was illustrated before the present Secretary of the Treasury reared his ugly head, this shows Harriet replacing President Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill. We will probably have to wait until he is no longer in the cabinet.

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What a beautifully written and illustrated biography of Harriet Tubman! This version included facts about her entire life, not just the underground railroad. A perfect addition to the Little People, Big Dreams series; I'm looking forward to reading others stories about women in history! Thanks to #NetGalley for the opportunity to preview HarrietTubman by Isabel @sanchezvegara

A fascinating history of a very brave woman trying to free people from the slavery she had escaped. The story of Araminta "Minty" Ross who changed her name to Harriet Tubman when she ran away from where she was enslaved. Making a difference in the world by speaking up about women rights and helping the slaves she freed to settle in their new lives.
I love this series of books. I liked the photo showing she was a real person and although the illustrations were suitable for children, they weren't really to my taste. I thought the book was well written and liked the fact that it was in two formats. One to read to younger children or for a child to read alone, and the other in a more adult tone with more detail.

A wonderful contribution to the series and one that I shan't forget soon. I have always held a special place in my heart for Harriet Tubman's story and the illustrations really bring the history to life.

"And one day, Minty’s owners sold three of her sisters. Minty and her parents wondered if they would ever see them again."

Vivid illustrations accompany the simple, important story of Harriet Tubman, born as a slave named Araminta "Minty" Ross on a plantation in Maryland. Slaves were bought and sold like property and treated worse than most of us would treat our pets.

[My Goodreads review includes an illustration of Minty and her parents watching the other children being taken away on a cart with sacks of cotton.]

She decided to travel to the North, hiding and changing her name to Harriet Tubman so she wouldn't be found. She joined the "underground railroad", the network of safe houses, and returned to the South to bring her brothers and sisters and other slaves north to freedom.

[My Goodreads review includes an illustration of Minty/Harriet with her lantern, leading people from the South to the North at night.]

She took hundreds of "passengers" to the North for eight years, never losing a single one.

[My Goodreads review includes an illustration of Harriet and some passengers, hiding quietly on their way to the North.]

After the Civil War began, she became a nurse and a spy until, finally, slavery was abolished!

[My Goodreads review includes an illustration of Harriet and people and soldiers cheering at the end of the Civil War.]

She went on to protest for equal rights for African Americans, and her picture and name is supposed to go on a new $20 bill some day. She never gave up!

It's an important piece of American history and a story that young readers will understand and probably ask questions about! Meanwhile, parents and teachers may well learn something they didn't know either.

Thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing for the preview copy from which I've selected a few pictures.

I am becoming a huge fan of the "Little People, Big Dreams" series. There are so many great people, but many biographies go unread. This series peaks the interest of young readers with basic, simple facts about the person with the hope that they will do further investigation on their own.

Harriet Tubman was born into slavery and always wanted a different life. Her family situation is shared in a simple, delicate way including her siblings being sold, being beat regularly and sustaining a lifelong injury. It is told with historical context as well as having a timeline at the back of the book. the illustrations are large and vibrant and add much to the text.

I think this is a good series and book to be in any school library. It shows children that you can make a difference if you believe in something and do whatever you can to change things that are wrong. I also like that these books can be used with older students to help them decide who they would like to learn more about. A Social Justice project could be inspired by these books.

This was super interesting. I love this little series and I'd highly recommend it for kids (especially young girls).

I was already aware of Harriet Tubman and the brief overview of what she did for slaves in America but this book opened up the story of her and the role she played in freeing slaves. It really opens up the story of the underground railroad for children and i finished the book feeling that i understood the situation of freeing slaves much more than before.

Cute easy to read informative. Attractive/appealing as they describe 'quirky' illustrations. This is how you keep history.

Even as an adult, I learned something from “Harriet Tubman.” I liked the information and the art. Kids will, too!

This is a praiseworthy entry in a praiseworthy series for young readers and their families. This short story about Harriet Tubman belongs in school and home libraries.

Slavery is not an easy subject to write about; it takes genuine skill to talk about the topic in a way that can help young readers to understand something unthinkable. The author does this factually and simply as she tells Harriet Tubman's story is in an inspiring way. As always, in the Little People, Big Dreams books, the illustrations augment the story nicely. Add this to your collection.

The picture book itself is simple enough to appeal to children while still getting the story of Tubman's life across. I particularly appreciated the slightly more detailed biography in the back of the book to give kids more information.

Thank you Netgalley for the Arc!

This little book is about Harriet Tubman and how she was the reason behind the freedom of many slaves in the south including her family. The way this story was told is perfect for little children. I'm sure there was a lot more detail but to keep children interested I think it's the perfect amount of wording. The art was pretty cute and I look forward to reviewing the next book!

Will be adding this review to my wordpress blog soon.

This is the first in this series where I've known nothing about the woman being introduced, and I definitely enjoyed this the most in terms of being struck by the power this woman had. However, I think further research into Tubman's life and the time period is required to honestly understand the things she experienced.

Although toned down significantly, the ending gives more information about slavery and the chronic pain Tubman suffered from, and I definitely think people should read more into Tubman to fully understand her importance. I wished I had studied her in school, and I'll definitely be reading more about her. All in all, this is a good introduction for young children to an important figure and should be someone we encourage all people to read more about.

Vite gigantesche contenute in poche pagine: è questo il nocciolo di questa adorabile collana, che a ogni uscita mi incanta di più.

In questo volume ho scoperto una donna coraggiosa, vera combattente per la libertà: nata in schiavitù negli Stati del sud prima della Guerra Civile, Minty fugge, cambia nome, trova la libertà.

E torna indietro per aiutare altri schiavi - centinaia di altri schiavi - a raggiungere la salvezza.

Una vita di lotta raccontata con semplicità ma senza semplicismi.

Più che consigliato, come tutti i volumetti di questa collana.

I love the Little People, Big Dreams series so I am so glad that I get to read the latest additions to the series on NetGalley! First up of the new titles coming out in June is Harriet Tubman which I found really interesting! I've never heard of Harriet Tubman, who was an influential woman in America in the early twentieth century. 

I liked the illustrations in this book, which I think children will find engaging as they're very bright and colourful. The only thing I would say is that it's probably aimed at slightly older children due to the nature of the book at times, although it's an important topic.

Harriet Tubman is a must for any collector or lover of this series!

Good children's book telling about the life of Harriet Tubman and her importance in history and in the lives of many.