Reviews

Harriet and the Promised Land by Jacob Lawrence

mrsbond's review against another edition

3.0

I like the rhythm and flow of the text, it seems like it would be a good read-aloud. While they do help tell the story, some of the illustrations are a little creepy: proportions seem odd and some of the teeth look a bit jagged. I thought it was interesting that despite all of the bright color on the pages, my eye always went to the faces of the African-Americans, a great reminder of who this story (and Harriet Tubman) is all about.

alfajirikali's review against another edition

5.0

Tremendous! Everyone knows about Harriet Tubman, but this book--through rhyme, rhythm and evocative illustrations tells it in such a way that it is inspiring and memorable even for the youngest of listeners.