A Kid's Guide to Early American History: Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary

Help your kids (ages 8-13) get ready to CELEBRATE AMERICA’S 250th ANNIVERSARY with this fun-to-read book about the founding of The United States—from the first permanent English settlement at Jamestown in 1607 to the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and the end of the American Revolutionary War in 1783. Written for curious readers ages 8–13 (but fun to read at all ages), this illustrated nonfiction book breaks America’s history into bite-sized, exciting stories. Each chapter includes:√ An easy-to-read introduction to the five distinct periods in early American history (Jamestown: 1607-1699); The Plymouth Colony (1620-1691); The Original 13 Colonies (1607-1732); The Road to Revolution (1765-1775); and Independence (1776-1783).√ Full color historical photos and illustrations.√ Quotes from real people of the time.√ Quick Quizzes, Brain Boosters, and Fun (Amazing) Facts.√ Laugh Out Loudoriginal American history cartoons.Perfect for families, homeschoolers, and even classrooms, A Kid’s Guide to Early American History will help young readers explore how thirteen British colonies gained their freedom and independence and became the United States of America as we all celebrate our 250th Anniversary. Read more