Most people know her as Harriet Tubman, but her childhood name was Minty. As a child she kept a dream of freedom tucked inside her heart, and became known a Moses to her people.
They called her "Minty." When she grew up, she became Harriet Tubman, the courageous and heroic woman who helped hundreds of slaves escape to freedom through the Underground Railroad. But she was just a little girl for a while—and this is her story. Minty, short for Araminta, was a feisty and headstrong young slave, whose rebellious spirit often got her into trouble. She told stories to her doll, released animals from traps, and, above all, dreamed of running away. And when her father began to teach her the skills necessary for escape, she listened carefully, and learned. . . . *"Rich with melodrama, suspense, pathos, and, of course, a powerful vision of freedom. This exquisitely crafted book resonates well beyond its few pages."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review Winner of the Coretta Scott King Award An ALA Notable Book
Minty Mae Gray is having a very bad day. A girl in her class made some rude remarks about how she looks, and poor Minty is crushed. But just as she's sinking into the depths of despair, something odd happens ... the unicorn picture on Minty's wall COMES TO LIFE! Led by her lovable, pink-spotted unicorn friend, Minty sets off on a magical journey through some of history's greatest works of art. As she meets the subjects of these great paintings, and the artists behind them, Minty comes to realise that true beauty comes from the inside, and that she's perfect just the way she is. This warm, funny and incredibly empowering book from superstar creators Fifi Box and Freda Chiu will encourage young readers to feel comfortable in their own skin, and help spread the message that beauty isn't skin-deep. Readers will cheer along with the irrepressible Minty as she learns how to let her sparkle shine!
Even the ruthless Security Directorate holds Gala Events for its best and brightest Newly graduated Second Lieutenant Minty Hollister is in charge of the inaugural Distinguished Service Awards. There's a lot riding on it, her future's at stake. Literally.
When unusually heavy rain threatens crops and soaks fairy wings in Sugar Valley, Dash, a Mint Fairy, worries that the upcoming Royal Mint Jubilee and parade will be ruined.
The first Minty and Marmaduke book was written a few years ago. It was about two inquisitive mice who had adventures and got into mischief around a small quiet English country farm but always managed to end up smiling. This book is a follow-up, with stories for the children who have asked for more. This edition has five stories of the mice with illustrations drawn by the author.