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Night Running: How James Escaped with the Help of His Faithful Dog Hardcover – January 8, 2008

by Elisa Carbone (Author), Earl B. Lewis (Illustrator)
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It's 1838, and James has made a secret plan to escape Master Graham’s farm–and slavery. James tells his dog Zeus he has to stay behind: he’s simply too noisy to bring along on a dangerous nighttime journey. But when two white men capture James soon after he runs, he’s grateful his faithful hunting dog didn’t obey. Zeus has followed behind, and the scrappy hound rescues James from his captors. An author’s note describes the real life inspiration behind the book: James Smith, a slave who escaped with the help of his dog and went on to become a farmer and Baptist minister.
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  1. Reading age
    5 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 3
  5. Lexile measure
    AD640L
  6. Dimensions
    8.76 x 0.41 x 11.29 inches
  7. Publisher
    Knopf Books for Young Readers
  8. Publication date
    January 8, 2008
  9. ISBN-10
    037582247X
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0375822476
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A boy and dog help each other to freedom in this slave escape tale, which is based on a true story. Young James sadly orders hunting dog Zeus to stay behind while he slips away, but Zeus will hear none of it. Good thing, too, for it’s Zeus that comes to the rescue when men try to nab James in the woods, when the slave catcher’s dogs attack, and when the old canoe in which James tries to cross the Ohio River sinks. Lewis illustrates the flight in impressionistic, full-page or full-bleed scenes that add both detail and incidents to Carbone’s pared-down text to help create a smooth narrative flow. When the Quaker farmer on the free side welcomes the lad but tries to drive the dog away, it’s James’ turn to stand up for a friend, and the two are last seen bedded down companionably together in the man’s barn. Grades 2-4. --John Peters

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Starred Review, School Library Journal, January 2008:
"A vividly realized narrative, based on a true story."

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Knopf Books for Young Readers; 3rd Print edition (January 8, 2008)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 037582247X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0375822476
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 - 8 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD640L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.1 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.76 x 0.41 x 11.29 inches
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ai chi teacher
5.0 out of 5 stars Loyalty and history
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2009
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This book tells a wonderful story of loyalty of a dog toward his human companion. The story reminds us of the historical reality of slavery in our country and the struggles to free oneself from bondage. The artwork is superb.
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Traci Bold
5.0 out of 5 stars Zeus was brave and smart too. This picture book will keep you in ...
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2016
Boils my blood when I hear of people treating others and animals poorly and in this case, the boy James, had no choice at one point. He should never have been in the predicament he was in but he was brave and fighting to get out of it. Lucky for him, his hound dog, Zeus was brave and smart too.

This picture book will keep you in suspense and make you cry for more reasons than one.

Written by Elisa Carbone, illustrated by E.B. Lewis and published by Alfred A. Knopf. Based on a true story.

#PB #BasedOnATrueStory #freedom #dog #diversity
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Alecia Bohan
5.0 out of 5 stars Great story for children
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2012
My four year old knew nothing about slavery before this book, but I think this book is an appropriate way to be that first little lesson of slavery. I think four is a good age to talk about slavery (in a very basic, four year old appropriate manner) and the freedoms that people deserve. In general, It really brought up a lot of good things for my son and I to talk about (what we would do in that situation, how the boy must have felt, the relationship with him and his dog). I'm an animal lover so I really enjoyed the strength of the relationship between James and Zeus too. The fact it is based on a true story is great; perhaps older kids could find out more about James and Zeus. I will say that my son didn't want to read it over and over perhaps because it is a little more deep and longer than some other books we read, but in my opinion it is very well done, and he seemed to like it too.
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Elaine A. Thomas
5.0 out of 5 stars Night Running
Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2008
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My eleven year old grandaughter liked this very much. Thought the story was good.
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Mom Of 2 QTees
5.0 out of 5 stars Touching story about a very brave boy and his dog
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2008
This is a touching book based in truth about a boy slave who decides to run away and the obstacles that he encounters. He is accompanied and helped by his trustworthy dog. The boy appreciates how his dog has helped him and becomes devoted to the dog which could have prevented him from getting a hot meal after his escape.

This story is illustrated beautifully and allows children to see the injustices done to African Americans and demonstrates their courage to try to escape. This book will be appreciated by parents/teachers and children and provide a good jumping board to talk about the past and how awful this time was in US history. I would highly recommend this book.

My only concern is that it is suggested for those 4 - 8 years old. There is some mention of some switching and violence, so I would suggest that it would be more appropriate for those 8 years and up.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book, historical, well-written, well-illustrated
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2012
I read A LOT, but I must say this book stands out among the rest. The author's use of similes is simply artistic. "Slow and graceful as a fat lady on Sunday" is my personal favorite. My kids ask for this book again and again. And since it's not too long and it's a pleasure to read, I am glad to oblige. It gets extra points for bringing the 1860's to life in a meaningful way.
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Z Hayes
5.0 out of 5 stars A riveting story about a runaway slave and his faithful dog
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2009
"Night Running" is based on the true story of James Smith who as a young slave ran away from his cruel master and was aided throughout his journey by his faithful dog, Zeus. The illustrations are dark and muted in color, but very effective in telling the story, keeping the tension alive as the reader wonders what awaits James in the dark on night. Zeus is portrayed as an unfailingly faithful dog that keeps up with his master, James, and pulls him out of a few scrapes along the way. Perfect as a picture book, and also as a read aloud for young readers ages 4-8.
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