Description
The making of "Show ways," or quilts which once served as secret maps for freedom-seeking slaves, is a tradition passed from mother to daughter in the author's family.
Awards
Young Hoosier Book Award (Nominee — Picture Book — 2009)
Triple Crown Awards (Nominee — 2008)
Georgia Children's Book Award (Finalist — Picturebook — 2008)
Utah Beehive Book Award (Nominee — Children's Picture — 2007)
Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award (Nominee — Grades 6-8 — 2007)
Newbery Medal (Honor Book — 2006)
South Carolina Book Awards (Nominee — Children's Book Award — 2008)
Reading Rainbow Program Selection (Selection — 155 — 2006)
CCBC Choices (2006)
Notable Children's Book (2006)
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