If You Were a Kid During the American Revolution (if You Were a Kid) by Wil Mara

If You Were a Kid During the American Revolution (if You Were a Kid)

Wil Mara

Scholastic Inc. · Print & ebook · September 1, 2016

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Who it’s for
Readers curious about what childhood was like during the American Revolution
Themes
American Revolution, Children's role in resistance, Family escape from British troops
Pacing
Fast

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What was it like to be a kid during the American Revolution? During the 1760s, the United States didn’t exist yet. It was just 13 colonies under the control of Great Britain. Many colonists wanted to choose their own leaders and make their own laws. In 1775, they started a revolution to fight for independence from Great Britain. Some of those who rejected British rule were kids! Join Samuel and Molly as British soldiers accuse their Patriot parents of being rebellious.

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Find out how the two cousins help their parents come up with a daring plan to resist the British troops… and make an escape! ABOUT THIS SERIES: Step back in time to the most relevant historical moments with the best-selling series, “If You Were a Kid”! In an exciting blend of fiction and nonfiction, a fictionalized narrative teaches history through the eyes of kids, while informational text introduces readers to key factual information. With engaging text, illustrations, and photos on every page, “If You Were a Kid” will spark readers’ curiosity and imagination, making learning about our past an accessible and unforgettable experience.

Who it’s for

  • Readers curious about what childhood was like during the American Revolution
  • Readers interested in history taught through stories and factual text

Where it sits

Wars & Military History89%
Colonial & Revolutionary U.S.82%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • Military & Wars
  • Colonial & Revolutionary U.S.
  • U.S. Places
Authors
Wil Mara
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
September 1, 2016
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
American Revolution · Children's role in resistance · Family escape from British troops
Reading lane
Military & Wars