Show Way

In "Show Way," Jacqueline Woodson recounts the powerful lineage of women in her family, beginning with Soonie's great-grandma, who was sold into slavery at a young age. She created quilts known as Show Ways, imbued with secret meanings that served as maps to freedom. As generations pass, Soonie, born free, shares her skills in sewing and literacy with her daughter, weaving a narrative that honors their shared history while celebrating the promise of the future. This lyrical story pays homage to the resilience and wisdom of women who illuminate the lives of their descendants.