Families who loved Overground Railroad: The Green Book and the Roots of Black Travel in America by Candacy Taylor often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
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.
