Harriet Tubman

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**The multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series** Discover the incredible life of Harriet Tubman, the abolitionist and Underground Railroad conductor, told in an inspiring biography for kids! Harriet Tubman was born into slavery in Maryland, where freedom seemed like an impossible dream. But Harriet was brave, determined, and always ready to stand up for herself and others. After escaping to freedom, Harriet risked her life by returning to the South again and again to help others escape slavery. Guided by courage and an unwavering sense of justice, she led hundreds of people to safety and became known as a hero. Today, Harriet is remembered as a symbol of strength, hope, and bravery whose extraordinary actions changed countless lives. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the abolitionist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS! Select praise for the New York Times Bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series: "...cute and quirky..."- USA Today, in praise of Dolly Parton"...address[es] not only setbacks but also their strength to persevere and reach their goals."- Buzzfeed, in praise of RuPaul"...introduc[es] kids to important figures in Latinx history." - Good Housekeeping, in praise of Frida Kahlo"...[an] extraordinary series..." - TheEverymom, in praise of Mindy Kaling"...a fabulous way to teach little ones about the extraordinary lives of influential people..."--Town & Country, in praise of Vincent Van Gogh"...handled in an age appropriate way..." - Parents.com, in praise of Amanda Gorman"...particularly great for this age..." - NY Magazine, in praise of Prince"...encourages kids to dream big to 'achieve incredible things.'" - Rolling Stone, in praise of Kamala Harris