Henry's Freedom Box: A True Story from the Underground Railroad

12min. Weston Woods, DVD. Ages 7 -10.

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Ellen Levine’s well-crafted story is paired with Kadir Nelson’s touching illustrations in this iconographic rendition of the 2008 Caldecott Honor Book. Henry Brown longed for freedom, and amazingly enough, he was able to succeed by mailing himself to Philadelphia in a box. Interviewed author Ellen Levine presents additional insight into her research. Includes a read-along option.

Awards Won

Title Year
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Each year the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) identifies the best of the best in children's videos on the Notable Children's Videos list.
2010 - Selection(s)