Children's Book Review by
Evie Seo: Amazon Top 1000 Reviewer
Meaningful, inspiring and moving,
The Golden Pathway is a beautiful historical book for
children ages 8-12. It's an important addition to every child's bookshelf, as it will help teach your
kid about diversity, courage, compassion and doing the right thing.
The book is about two boys - two very different boys - and their unlikely friendship. David is the
son of a cruel and mean drunk. Jenkins is an African American teenage boy who is owned by
David's father (in other words, he is a slave). Though often mistreated and called "a sissy" by his
father, David knows the difference between right and wrong, and is brave enough to stand up for
his beliefs. Appalled by his father's cruel behavior and violence towards his young slaves, he's
determined to help Jenkins escape to safety. He's willing to risk his father's wrath and his own
safety, to help his friend. His compassion and understanding of social injustice, as well as his
determination to fight against it, is something truly remarkable and inspiring, especially
considering his very young age.
This book made a huge impression on me, making
The Golden
Pathway an essential part of my daughter's book collection. It's a story that I'm sure will inspire
and affect her just as much as it inspired and affected me.
Historically accurate,
The Golden Pathway mentions the famous Underground Railway that
helped many African Americans escape to freedom. It also mentions Quakers who firmly
believed that no one should ever be able to claim another human being as property, and who -
thanks to their persistence and fierce dedication to the cause - helped make a difference.
Through Donna McDine's accessible writing and K.C. Snider's gorgeous illustrations,
The
Golden Pathway tells a powerful tale of finding strength to help those in need, even if it means
risking our own safety. A story about doing what is right and making a difference. A story of
bravery and dedication that is sure to inspire kids all around the world and help shape them into
courageous, admirable people.
Purchasing Links:
Amazon
Autographed Copies
Thank you for your time and interest.
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Best wishes,
Donna M. McDine
Multi Award-winning Children's Author
Ignite curiosity in your child through reading!
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