Will's Race for Home

A parent would reach for this book when their child begins asking complex questions about fairness, land ownership, and why history books often look different for different people. It is perfect for children who are ready to move beyond basic history to understand the resilience required to build a life in the face of systemic obstacles. This gripping middle grade novel follows Will and his father as they travel from Texas to Oklahoma in 1889, seeking a piece of land to call their own. Through their journey, the story explores the deep bond between father and son, the meaning of true freedom, and the courage it takes to hope. While it contains moments of historical tension and peril, it serves as a powerful bridge for families to discuss American history through a lens of Black agency and perseverance.