History Smashers: The American Revolution
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History Smashers: The American Revolution by Kate Messner dismantles the myths that have surrounded the Revolutionary War for generations — from Paul Revere's famous ride (he was captured before finishing it!) to the idea that the Boston Tea Party was a spontaneous act of patriotism — and delivers the more complicated, more diverse, and ultimately more interesting truth. Using a lively blend of comic panels, photographs, sidebars, and engaging text, Messner weaves in the stories of women, enslaved people, Native Americans, and everyday colonists who are rarely centered in traditional accounts of the Revolution.
This is a fantastic choice for students because it teaches the essential skill of questioning historical narratives, introduces multiple perspectives on the founding of America, and does so in a format that keeps even reluctant readers turning pages.
Publishing Details
Author : Kate Messner
Illustrator : Justin Greenwood
Author Nationality : United States
Physical Details
Type of Book: Chapter
Cover: Softcover
Pages: 224
Size: 7.5 x 5.1 inches
Year Published: 2021
Instructional Details
Reading Grade Level: 3rd
Genre: Non-Fiction
Sub-Genre: Informational
Theme: Social Studies, Social Issues, War
