5 Best Picture Books: Slavery and the Underground Railroad

Beautifully and thoughtfully done, these five books shine a light on a dark part of U.S. history that is important to teach by telling stories based on real life — showcasing powerful characters who brought hope to many and found a means to help others to freedom. Unspoken: A Story From the Underground Railroad is a wordless book, and in its own way allows a deeper understanding. May these selections help inspire questions from and conversation with your little one. Ages 4 — 8.