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Book Synopsis: Packed with anecdotes, sidebars, quotes, and illustrations, A Kids' Guide to the American Revolution brings vividly to life the birth of our nation. Introduce young readers to the stakes, challenges, setbacks, and victories involved in the single most important event in our nation’s history, the American Revolution, with this approachable book from Kathleen Krull, a Children’s Book Guild Nonfiction Award winner.
Find out what events led our young nation to go to war with Great Britain and how the Declaration of Independence, the document that continues to shape our civil rights, came to be.
- • Why did the colonists want independence from Great Britain?
- • What brought on the Boston Tea Party?
- • How did the Declaration of Independence initially impact women and slaves?
- • What did Benjamin Franklin do to convince the French to join the revolution?
- • How was George Washington chosen to lead the new young country?
- • What elements of the Declaration of Independence continue to be debated today?
Kathleen Krull is an expert at bringing history to life in her engaging titles and series, including Women Who Broke the Rules, Lives of . . . , Giants of Science, and her other books in A Kids’ Guide series, A Kids' Guide to America’s Bill of Rights and A Kids’ Guide to America’s First Ladies.
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Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey through time? Step right into the pages of A Kids' Guide to the American Revolution, a captivating book that will transport you to the birth of our nation. Packed with fascinating anecdotes, sidebars, quotes, and illustrations, this book is the ultimate guide to understanding the stakes, challenges, setbacks, and victories that shaped our country's history. Kathleen Krull, a Children's Book Guild Nonfiction Award winner, masterfully tells the story of the American Revolution in a way that is approachable and engaging for young readers.
Discover the reasons why the colonists wanted independence from Great Britain and the events that led to the Boston Tea Party. Learn how the Declaration of Independence, a document that continues to shape our civil rights, came to be. Dive into the gripping accounts of women and slaves and their initial impact during the revolution. Marvel at Benjamin Franklin's cunning strategies to convince the French to join the cause. Uncover the fascinating story of how George Washington was chosen to lead the newly formed country. Delve into the ongoing debates surrounding the elements of the Declaration of Independence.
Kathleen Krull has a unique talent for bringing history to life through her engaging writing style and extensive knowledge. Her other titles and series, such as Women Who Broke the Rules, Lives of . . . , and Giants of Science, have captivated readers of all ages. Now, she takes on the American Revolution in this latest addition to her A Kids' Guide series. It's a must-read for anyone seeking not only to learn about our nation's history, but also to be inspired by the courage and resilience of those who fought for freedom. Don't miss out on this invaluable educational resource!
Get your copy of A Kids' Guide to the American Revolution today and embark on an unforgettable journey through the birth of our nation!
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