"The Underground Railroad was used by people escaping enslavement in the South. This system of passages and safe houses helped people reach freedom in the Northern United States or Canada. Did you know science played a role in the Underground Railroad? Learn how people used the night sky to find their way north and much more!"-- Provided by publisher.
Audience
Ages 8-11 Capstone Press.
Grades 4-6 Capstone Press.
Contents
An enslaved life -- Making a break for freedom -- Dangers on the trip -- The freedom train -- Life in freedom.
