Pinkney, Gloria Jean

Eight-year-old Ernestine returns to visit relatives on the North Carolina farm where she was born.

Presents the lyrics of twenty-two African-American spirituals and inspirational songs, paired with Psalm verses and color illustrations, and includes all the songs on an audio CD.

Ernestine, who loves going to the railroad station and watching the trains come and go, finally realizes her dream of going on a train trip.

Eight-year-old Ernestine returns to visit relatives on the North Carolina farm where she was born.