About This Book
Reach for this book when your teen is asking complex questions about systemic racism or when you want to discuss the hidden history of American travel through a lens of Black agency and ingenuity. This adaptation of Candacy Taylor's acclaimed work explores how the Green Book served as a vital survival tool for African American families during the Jim Crow era. It balances the heavy reality of segregation with inspiring stories of entrepreneurs and communities that built safe havens across the country. Written for ages 12 and up, it provides a sophisticated yet accessible framework for understanding the roots of modern social justice movements while celebrating the resilience of the Black middle class. It is an essential choice for parents looking to deepen their child's historical perspective beyond standard school textbooks.
