The American Revolution
Kids love stories about underdogs and the American Revolution is among the most famous of these tales. Desperate to be an independent country free from Britain, the rebel colonists relied on their cunning wit and visionary leadership to win an impossible war. And then they faced the real hardship - creating a country out of a victorious but chaotic society. Using engaging text, hands-on activities, and links to primary sources, The American Revolution: Experience the Battle for Independence shows readers how rebel soldiers fought in horrific conditions while their families faced their own hardships for the sake of freedom. Students examine wartime propaganda to discover the truth about events leading up to the war and engage in vibrant debate, strategic planning, and literary deconstruction to understand the official documents upon which America is founded. Building a marshmallow cannon and creating real colonial food are some of the projects that engage readers' design skills. Essential questions require readers to activate their critical thinking skills to discover the truth about the most important moment in American history. The American Revolution meets Common Core State Standards for literacy in history and social studies; Guided Reading Levels and Lexile measurements indicate grade level and text complexity.
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Kids enjoy stories about underdogs, and the American Revolution is one of the most famous of these tales. The rebel colonists wanted to be a free country independent from Britain, so they used their cleverness and strong leadership to win a seemingly impossible war. But then they faced a different challenge - creating a country out of a society that was victorious but disorganized.
In The American Revolution: Experience the Battle for Independence, readers will learn about the harsh conditions in which rebel soldiers fought, and the hardships their families endured for the sake of freedom. Through engaging text, hands-on activities, and links to primary sources, students will explore wartime propaganda to uncover the truth about the events leading up to the war. They will also participate in lively debates, strategic planning, and literary analysis to understand the official documents on which America is built. In addition, readers will have the opportunity to showcase their design skills by building a marshmallow cannon and creating authentic colonial food. Throughout the book, essential questions will prompt readers to activate their critical thinking skills and discover the truth about this pivotal moment in American history.
The American Revolution aligns with Common Core State Standards for literacy in history and social studies. Guided Reading Levels and Lexile measurements indicate the appropriate grade level and text complexity.
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Subject: History
Brand: Nomad Press
Publisher Date: 03/17/2015
Author: Judy Dodge Cummings
Dimensions: 10.0 x 8.0
UPC: 9781619302464
Ages: 9-12
Pages: 128
