Love Twelve Miles Long

Love Twelve Miles Long is a moving picture book based on the true story of young Frederick Douglass, whose enslaved mother walked twelve miles through the night to visit him on a distant plantation. Told through the journey mile by mile, each step represents a piece of the love and hope his mother carries with her. This book is a powerful choice for students because it introduces the realities of slavery in an age-appropriate and emotionally resonant way, while centering themes of unconditional love, perseverance, and the deep bond between a mother and child.

Publishing Details

Author : Glenda Armand

Illustrator : Colin Bootman

Author Nationality : United States

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture Book

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 32

Size: 8.3 x 10.5 inches

Year Published: 2015

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 1st

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Historical Fiction

Theme: Black History, Family, Social Issues