Chasing Freedom

Reach for this book when your child starts noticing social inequalities or expresses a desire to change the world. It provides a bridge between recognizing unfairness and understanding the long-term persistence required to fix it. Through an imagined conversation between Harriet Tubman and Susan B. Anthony, Nikki Grimes transforms historical facts into a warm, accessible dialogue about the shared struggle for civil rights and suffrage. This book is an excellent tool for parents who want to introduce complex historical concepts like abolition and the right to vote through the lens of friendship and mutual respect. It moves beyond dates and names to show the human heart behind the heroes, making it ideal for children aged 7 to 12 who are ready to explore how diverse groups can work together for a common cause. You might choose this to celebrate heritage or to empower a child who feels small in the face of big problems.