Some call them the bravest fugitives in American history. We call them a GIGANTIC history lesson This comprehensive guide enhances the many dramatic learning opportunities students can gain from reading The Mystery on the Underground Railroad by Carole Marsh. INCLUDES: A chapter guide of additional information, trivia, historical facts, and more to help teachers be "experts" on African American heritage, the Underground Railroad, slave history, and more Activity ideas that make the book come dramatically to life for young readers The author's additional comments and thoughts about slavery, freedom, the Underground Railroad, and more Additional information on geography, mathematics, writing, science, art, and more Reproducible activities for math, art, history, writing, geography, spelling, and much more Great out-of-the-box ideas like a patchwork quilt, reproducible map, and "fast food" recipes for the road