America at 250: Books for Teens

Reflect on American history and the founding of the United States with these books for the semiquincentennial.

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America at 250: Books for Teens

Reflect on American history and the founding of the United States with these books for the semiquincentennial.

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The American Revolution : a world war
Allison, David K.
Paper Book
A lavishly illustrated essay collection that looks through a global lens at the American Revolution and re-positions it as the real 1st world war "Every American should read this marvelous book." -Douglas Brinkley, author of Rightful Heritage- Franklin D. Roosevelt...
The American Revolution : a visual history
Paper Book
Uncover the remarkable story of the American Revolution! Who were the Redcoats, and what was the Boston Tea Party? Explore key events like the British surrender at Yorktown, and the writing of the Declaration of Independence. Written in association with the esteemed Smithsonian...
American history : a visual encyclopedia
King, David C
Paper Book
Uncover the key moments that shaped American history in this extensive history encyclopedia for children. Get the background on the Battle of Yorktown and discover what started the American Revolution. Learn the legends of the Wild West. Relive the atmosphere of the "Roaring...
American Revolution
Murray, Stuart
Paper Book
Become an eyewitness to the American struggle for independence, from the events that sparked the war through to the signing of the Constitution. Discover how American soldiers won battles against the great British Empire, plus see the muskets and cannons of the armies, learn how...
The first conspiracy : the secret plot to kill George Washington
Meltzer, Brad
Paper Book
#1 New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer unravels the truth behind the secret assassination attempt on George Washington and how the plot helped create the CIA and the FBI in this young reader's adaptation for younger audiences. 1776. The early days of...
Nathan Hale's hazardous tales. the life, times, and last words of Nathan Hale, America's most famous spy / [1], One dead spy
Hale, Nathan
Paper Book
Meet America's first spy, Nathan Hale, in this installment of the New York Times bestselling Hazardous Tale graphic novel series! "These books are, quite simply, brilliant. . . . Thrilling, bloody, action-packed stories from American history." --New York Times...
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