(4) K-3 Illustrated by Leonard Jenkins. Hallie describes the day in 1839 when she discovers two runaway slave girls hiding out in her neighbors' home. Hallie's narration isn't always convincing, but her dilemma is: should she listen to her well-meaning, law-abiding father or to her conscience? Jenkins's brooding, collage-style, mixed-media art helps flesh out the characters. Reading list, websites.

Reviewer: Nell Beram

(3) 4-6 Creative Minds Biography series. Illustrated by Ralph L. Ramstad. Written in narrative form, this biography traces the life of Levi Coffin, a Quaker who helped establish the Underground Railroad. Beginning with his youth and ending with his death, the biography smoothly conveys how Coffin's work grew out of his youthful moral vision and Quaker background. Black-and-white line drawings accompany each chapter. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Jim St. Claire