Book Review: Crossing Bok Chitto by Tim Tingle

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A story of hope and friendship. If a slave could make it to the river named Bok Chitto, then they were free. With the help of the native tribe of Choctaw peoples, many slaves found the freedom they were searching for. 

 The illustrations in the book are a stunning and striking addition to a powerful story of hope and friendship. Set before the Civil War and the Trail of Tears, it is a time of oppression but a time before conflict. The friendship between families is strong and heartfelt, especially between Little Mo and Martha Tom. The character depictions are accurate and the reader can tell distinct differences between cultures. One of the best parts of the text is the chanting rhythm of the text as the story started out as a song. Tingle includes information on the current status of the tribe to help round out any lingering questions the reader may have.



"This is a lovely story, beautifully illustrated, though the ending requires a somewhat large leap of the imagination" - School Library Journal Review

Book Information:

Tingle,T. (2008). CROSSING BOK CHITTO: A CHOCTAW STORY OF FRIENDSHIP AND FREEDOM. Illustrated by Jeanne Rorex Bridges. Cinco Puntos Press. ISBN 9781933693200



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