★ “Simultaneously simple enough for young children to understand and sophisticated enough to inspire adults . . . Libraries likely already have many Harriet Tubman books, but this well-designed, unique approach warrants making room for one more.”
—Booklist, Starred Review

★ “A memorable, lyrical reverse-chronological walk through the life of an American icon. While the text introduces readers to the details of Tubman’s life, Ransome’s use of watercolor . . . reveals Tubman’s humanity, determination, drive, and hope. Ransome’s lavishly detailed and expansive double-page spreads situate young readers in each time and place as the text takes them further into the past. A picture book more than worthy of sharing the shelf with Alan Schroeder and Jerry Pinkney’s Minty (1996) and Carole Boston Weatherford and Kadir Nelson’s Moses (2006).”
—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

★ “Striking . . . a powerful reminder of how all children carry within them the potential for greatness.”
—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

★ “Inspirational and gorgeous.”
—Shelf Awareness, Starred Review

★ “This lovely tribute effectively communicates Tubman’s ¬everlasting bravery and resolve, and will -inspire curious readers to learn more.”
—School Library Journal, Starred Review