Stealing South

Reach for this book when your child starts asking difficult questions about historical injustice or when they are struggling with the choice between staying safe and doing what is right. It is an ideal pick for middle schoolers who are ready to explore the complexities of the Underground Railroad through a high stakes adventure that tests a young person's integrity. The story follows Will Spencer, a teenage boy who risks his own freedom to help a family escape the horrors of slavery in the pre Civil War South. Through Will's journey, the book explores deep emotional themes of bravery, the weight of conscience, and the true meaning of freedom. It provides a grounded way for parents to discuss systemic racism and the moral courage required to be an ally, making it both an educational resource and a moving coming of age tale.