Eleven-year-old Abigail Jane Stewart's fictionalized diary about her life, family, friends, and neighbors, and the sides they have to choose in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, during the height of the Revolutionary War, renders a vivid portrayal of one of the most memorable and crucial winters in American history.
Abby's life with her family is quickly upended when they are awakened by the unfamiliar sound of drums. General George Washington is leading the Continental soldiers into their winter encampment at Valley Forge, PA.
Hardship is a constant companion for soldiers and citizens alike throughout the winter, and in her diary, Abby pieces together the beauty, pain, and blessings of this long, revolutionary winter.
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"More than a supplement to classroom textbooks, this series is an imaginative, solid entre into American history." --PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
"An impressive series that will challenge students to make connections from prominent historical events to relevant life situations. . . . A wonderful asset to the classroom as well as to home libraries." --CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW SERVICE
"Engaging, accessible historical fiction." --SLJ
"The Dear America diaries represent the best of historical fiction for any age." -- CHICAGO TRIBUNE
Eleven-year-old Abigail Jane Stewart's fictionalized diary about her life, family, friends, and neighbors, and the sides they have to choose in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, during the height of the Revolutionary War, renders a vivid portrayal of one of the most memorable and crucial winters in American history.
Abby's life with her family is quickly upended when they are awakened by the unfamiliar sound of drums. General George Washington is leading the Continental soldiers into their winter encampment at Valley Forge, PA.
Hardship is a constant companion for soldiers and citizens alike throughout the winter, and in her diary, Abby pieces together the beauty, pain, and blessings of this long, revolutionary winter.
PRAISE FOR DEAR AMERICA:
"More than a supplement to classroom textbooks, this series is an imaginative, solid entre into American history." --PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
"An impressive series that will challenge students to make connections from prominent historical events to relevant life situations. . . . A wonderful asset to the classroom as well as to home libraries." --CHILDREN'S BOOK REVIEW SERVICE
"Engaging, accessible historical fiction." --SLJ
"The Dear America diaries represent the best of historical fiction for any age." -- CHICAGO TRIBUNE
The Winter of Red Snow: The Revolutionary War Story of Abigail Jane Stewart, Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, 1777 (Dear America Series)
192The Winter of Red Snow: The Revolutionary War Story of Abigail Jane Stewart, Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, 1777 (Dear America Series)
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ISBN-13: | 9780545238021 |
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Publisher: | Scholastic, Inc. |
Publication date: | 09/01/2010 |
Series: | Dear America Series |
Pages: | 192 |
Sales rank: | 28,161 |
Product dimensions: | 5.40(w) x 7.50(h) x 0.70(d) |
Age Range: | 8 - 14 Years |
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