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This thrilling Newbery Medal-winning novel about the Revolutionary War is a classic of children’s historical fiction.
Fourteen-year-old Johnny Tremain, an apprentice silversmith with a bright future ahead of him, injures his hand in a tragic accident, forcing him to look for other work. In his new job as a horse-boy, riding for the patriotic newspaper The Boston Observer and as a messenger for the Sons of Liberty, he encounters John Hancock, Samuel Adams, and Dr. Joseph Warren.
Soon Johnny is involved in the pivotal events of the American Revolution, from the Boston Tea Party to the first shots fired at Lexington. Powerful illustrations by artist Michael McCurdy help bring this classic novel for middle graders to life.
“This sweeping tale of redcoats and revolutionaries has a lot to offer. Forbes, a historian, writes with detail and precision, imbuing historical events with life and passion that is often lacking in textbooks.” (Common Sense Media)
Publisher : Clarion Books; Reprint edition (May 2, 2011)
Language : English
Paperback : 320 pages
ISBN-10 : 0547614322
ISBN-13 : 978-0547614328
Reading age : 10 – 13 years, from customers
Lexile measure : 840L
Grade level : 3 – 7
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 5.12 x 0.75 x 7.62 inches
Customers say
Customers find the story telling great and interesting. They say the book brings historical events in a way for young teens to understand. Readers describe the book as wonderful for all ages, enjoyable for kids, and a superb way for young people to understand the history of the American Revolution. They appreciate the writing style, character development, and visual quality. Opinions are mixed on the emotional content, with some finding it inspiring and realistic, while others say it’s not inspiring.
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