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.