Fifteen-year-old Gabe and his sister Emma are swept into the American Revolution, where spies, soldiers, and the fight for freedom will change the United States forever.
It’s winter in New England and snow is falling on the American colonists. In a rustic cabin in the woods, Gabe and his sister Emma are left to fend for themselves when their father, a Son of Liberty, is arrested during the Boston Tea Party. After the British Army burns down their farm, the two siblings are swept into a journey that begins with Paul Revere’s midnight ride and leads straight to the battlefields of Lexington and Concord where Minutemen and Redcoats fire the first shots of the Revolutionary War. All the while, they search for their father and dream of a better future where America is free.
Bonus: Features maps, black-and-white illustrations, and a fascinating historical fact section about the American Revolution.
Blending fast-paced adventure with carefully researched historical detail, this thrilling, illustrated chapter book introduces young readers to the dramatic events that helped shape a nation. Readers will experience the tension of life under British rule, the growing conflict between Patriots and the Crown, and the debate over taxation without representation that helped ignite the fight for independence.
Perfect for:
American Revolution unitsHistorical fiction studiesClassroom read-aloudsHomeschool learningIndependent readers ages 8-12
Created to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, this thrilling story brings history vividly to life for young readers.
“A suspenseful survival series based on famous historical events. Verdict: excellent.” – School Library Journal
Trusted by teachers and loved by young readers, this award-winning series keeps the fun first while giving families and classrooms plenty to build on. Short chapters, an age-friendly pace, and a free study guide make it an easy pick for ages 9-12.
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