Synopsis
Summary
Born to parents who fled slavery and the Trail of Tears, Magnolia Flower is a girl with a vibrant spirit. Not to be deterred by rigid ways of the world, she longs to connect with others, who also long for freedom. She finds this in a young man of letters who her father disapproves of. In her quest to be free, Magnolia must make a choice and set off on a journey that will prove just how brave one can be when leading with one’s heart.
Notable Achievements
A Kirkus and Shelf Awareness Best Book of 2022; A Bank Street College of Education’s Children’s Book Committee’s Best Children’s Books of the Year
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Educator Guide
This guide was created by the educators at Amistad Books and includes: information about Zora Neale Hurston and her work, pre-reading activities, discussion questions, and extension activities.
