The American Story: 100 True Tales from American History
Jennifer Armstrong$32.29
$37.99
American history comes alive in these 100 true stories that define our country.
This magnificent treasury tells the story of America through 100 true tales. Some are tales of triumph--the midnight ride of Paul Revere, the Wright brothers taking to the air, Neil Armstrong's first steps on the moon. Some are tales of tragedy--the fate of the Donner Party, the great fire in Chicago, the eruption of Mount Saint Helens. There are stories of inventors and athletes and abolitionists and artists. Stories about struggling for freedom--again and again, in so many ways. With full-color illustrations on nearly every page and short, exciting stories, this book is perfect for browsing by the entire family. Notes at the end of each story direct readers to related stories. And a guide to thematic story arcs offers readers (and teachers) an easy way to follow their particular interests throughout the book. A treasure trove of a book that belongs in every home "This lively and engaging collection of stories recounting American history is a wonderful gift not only to the children of this country but also their parents. I can't wait to share it with my grandchildren." --Tom Brokaw
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published: 08/22/2006
ISBN: 9780375812569
Pages: 368
Weight: 3.61lbs
Size: 10.94h x 9.30w x 1.09d
Review Citations: Kirkus Review - Children 07/15/2006 pg. 719
School Library Journal 08/01/2006 pg. 133
Booklist 08/01/2006 pg. 69
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 10/01/2006 pg. 54
Kirkus Best Children's Books 12/01/2006 pg. 3
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2007 pg. 186 - Recommended, Satisfactory
Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 108715 / American Story: 100 True Tales from American History
Reading Level: 8.1 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 13
This magnificent treasury tells the story of America through 100 true tales. Some are tales of triumph--the midnight ride of Paul Revere, the Wright brothers taking to the air, Neil Armstrong's first steps on the moon. Some are tales of tragedy--the fate of the Donner Party, the great fire in Chicago, the eruption of Mount Saint Helens. There are stories of inventors and athletes and abolitionists and artists. Stories about struggling for freedom--again and again, in so many ways. With full-color illustrations on nearly every page and short, exciting stories, this book is perfect for browsing by the entire family. Notes at the end of each story direct readers to related stories. And a guide to thematic story arcs offers readers (and teachers) an easy way to follow their particular interests throughout the book. A treasure trove of a book that belongs in every home "This lively and engaging collection of stories recounting American history is a wonderful gift not only to the children of this country but also their parents. I can't wait to share it with my grandchildren." --Tom Brokaw
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published: 08/22/2006
ISBN: 9780375812569
Pages: 368
Weight: 3.61lbs
Size: 10.94h x 9.30w x 1.09d
Review Citations: Kirkus Review - Children 07/15/2006 pg. 719
School Library Journal 08/01/2006 pg. 133
Booklist 08/01/2006 pg. 69
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 10/01/2006 pg. 54
Kirkus Best Children's Books 12/01/2006 pg. 3
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2007 pg. 186 - Recommended, Satisfactory
Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 108715 / American Story: 100 True Tales from American History
Reading Level: 8.1 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 13