Written by Ellen Levine and Illustrated by Kadir Nelson
2007
This is the inspiring story of Henry "Box" Brown's life. He grew up a slave and eventually met and married Nancy, who was also a slave. Together they had three children, but they began to worry when Nancy's master lost a lot of money. The next day, Henry learned that his wife and children were sold at the slave market. He arrived in time to see his family disappearing down the road. Many weeks later, and with the help of his friend James and Dr. Smith, a plan for Henry's freedom was enacted. Dr. Smith and James shipped James in a wooden box to friends in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. On March 30, 1849, Henry made it to Philadelphia, with a new middle name..."Box."Henry's story is a great way to teach students about slavery, the Underground Railroad, as well as perseverance and the importance of never giving up on what you truly want. Both the dialogue and illustrations help to enhance the story and give you the feeling that you are watching the events firsthand.
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