
Patriots, Redcoats and Spies
Zonderkidz · Print & ebook · January 2, 2024
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- Who it’s for
- A wartime message, twin messengers, and real Revolutionary-era history give this adventure its pull.
- Themes
- American Revolutionary War, Historical espionage, Family duty
- Pacing
- Fast
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When their father is injured, twins John and Ambrose must deliver a crucial secret message to General George Washington, facing danger from both the war raging around them and a British soldier who is hot on their trail. Based on the real Culper Spy Ring, book one of the American Revolutionary War Adventures historical fiction series is a fun way for children to experience American history.
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When their patriot father is shot by British soldiers while on a mission for the Continental Army, it falls to 14-year-old twins John and Ambrose to deliver the secret message their dad was carrying to General George Washington. As the boys set off from Connecticut to New Jersey to find General Washington, they discover the road to the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army is full of obstacles—including the redcoat who shot their father and who is determined to stop the message no matter what. In addition to bringing to life America's war for independence, including information on the Culper Spy Ring that helped turn the war for the Colonies, Patriots, Redcoats, and Spies: - Brings history to life: Based on real events, American Revolutionary War Adventures series immerses kids in America's fight for independence. - Is educational and engaging: Includes historical facts, discussion questions, and a glossary, making it a fun and valuable resource for school or homeschool learning. - Is perfect for young history enthusiasts: Designed for readers ages 8-12, blending thrilling fiction with real-life events and people from the Revolutionary War, and is great for back to school or summer reading challenges. - Great for gifting: Make a great gift for Christmas, holidays, birthdays, or other gift-giving occasions
History With Urgency
A wartime message, twin messengers, and real Revolutionary-era history give this adventure its pull.
Come here for
- A brisk-feeling journey shaped by danger and a secret message
- The Culper Spy Ring and the wider fight for independence
Expect
- Historical fiction grounded in real events and people
- Historical facts, discussion questions, and a glossary
Where it sits
| Colonial & Revolutionary U.S. | 99% |
|---|---|
| Wars & Military History | 47% |
| Spy Stories | 35% |
Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.
Publisher categories
- Action & Adventure
- Wars & Military History
- Colonial & Revolutionary U.S.
- Spy Stories
- Authors
- Robert J. Skead
- Publisher
- Zonderkidz
- Published
- January 2, 2024
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- American Revolutionary War · Historical espionage · Family duty
- Reading lane
- Action & Adventure