Follow the Drinking Gourd

K-3
Follow the Drinking Gourd

Follow the Drinking Gourd

By: Jeanette Winter

Follow the Drinking Gourd Told through powerful storytelling and bold, expressive illustrations, this picture book brings to life the Underground Railroad and the secret song that helped guide enslaved people to freedom. Peg Leg Joe, a sailor with a wooden leg, teaches a hidden message through music - one that leads a family north under the light of the Big Dipper. With rhythmic text and richly colored artwork, this is a moving introduction to an important part of American history for young readers.

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Winter's story begins with a peg-leg sailor who aids slaves on their escape on the Underground Railroad. While working for plantation owners, Peg Leg Joe teaches the slaves a song about the drinking gourd (the Big Dipper). A couple, their son, and two others make their escape by following the song's directions. Rich paintings interpret the strong story in a clean, primitive style enhanced by bold colors. The rhythmic compositions have an energetic presence that's compelling. A fine rendering of history in picturebook format. 
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Used in Geography K-3

  • By: Jeanette Winter

  • Pages: 48

  • ISBN: 9780679819974

  • Media: Paperback

  • Reading level: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
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