True North
Overview & Summary
In 1858, wealthy Boston teenager Lucy discovers her grandfather's secret double life as a stationmaster on the Underground Railroad, just as, hundreds of miles south, an enslaved girl named Afrika is making a desperate escape north guided only by the North Star. Kathryn Lasky's novel interweaves the two girls' parallel stories as Lucy is unexpectedly drawn into helping Afrika reach freedom.
Available Formats
- Hardcover
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Who This Book Is For
A great pick for Middle school students (Grades 6–8) studying History and Humanities. Helps students connect historical events with real human stories and broader perspectives.
Why CE Recommends This Book
Selected for Academic Enrichment & Readiness. Pushing slightly beyond standard classroom expectations, this title widens vocabulary, supports steady Lexile growth, and builds the academic rigor needed for advanced middle and high school courses.
