America at 250: Books for Teens

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

Updated June 30, 2026
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The British are coming
Atkinson, Rick
Paper Book
A riveting young readers edition of The British Are Coming, the New York Times-bestselling history of the American Revolution by Pulitzer Prize winner Rick Aktinson. How did the United States become the country it is today? What led to its creation? ...
The American Revolution
DK
Paper Book
This fully revised and updated edition of The American Revolution offers an accessible and authoritative account of the war that forged a nation. From the first sparks of rebellion to the final treaty, this comprehensive visual history charts the key battles, political...
Songs of America : patriotism, protest, and the music that made a nation
Meacham, Jon
Paper Book
Celebrate America's 250th birthday with this young reader adaptation of the outstanding adult bestseller by Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Jon Meacham and Grammy Award-winning artist Tim McGraw, exploring the music that shaped America. Songs of America explores the music of...
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.  This complete encyclopedia of American history showcases the incredible journey the United States of America has made to become the major 21st-century power it is today....
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...
American Revolution for dummies
Wiegand, Steve
Paper Book
Become an expert on the Revolutionary War American Revolution For Dummies capitalizes on the recent resurgence of interest in the Revolutionary War period--one of the most important in the history of the United States. From the founding fathers to the Declaration of...
One dead spy : the life, times, and last words of Nathan Hale, America's most famous spy
Hale, Nathan
Paper Book
Experience author-illustrator Nathan Hale's New York Times bestselling graphic novel One Dead Spy: Bigger & Badder Edition in a deluxe, oversized edition featuring 16 brand-new pages of mini comics. Nathan Hale (no relation to the author) was America's first spy,...

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