The Legend of Bass Reeves
Gary Paulsen, Random House c2006 137 pages.
Great historical fiction for intermediate and older. An informational read for any unit on the West from 1830-1890.
This is the story of Bass Reeves, a slave who became a US Marshall. The hardest thing he had to do was arrest his own son for murdering his wife. The book shows the West as it reaaly was and dispels some of the myths about that time in our history
Showing posts with label Historical Fiction. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Historical Fiction. Show all posts
Dear Levi Letters from the Overland Trail
Elvira Woodruff Yearling,c1994 119 pages.
Set in 1851, Austin tells about his wagon train trip across the Overland Trail to his brother Levi through letters he writes. Austin is going west to take over their father's claim . Not all the stories have happy endings. Enough adventure for to keep 2nd -4th graders interested. A good historical fiction read to accompany westward expansion lessons.
Elvira Woodruff Yearling,c1994 119 pages.
Set in 1851, Austin tells about his wagon train trip across the Overland Trail to his brother Levi through letters he writes. Austin is going west to take over their father's claim . Not all the stories have happy endings. Enough adventure for to keep 2nd -4th graders interested. A good historical fiction read to accompany westward expansion lessons.
Cry, the Beloved Country by Alan Paton
Zulu priest, Stephen Kumalo leaves his South African village to find out the fate of his son and his sister in the city of Johannesburg. He tries to bring his family back from the brink of destruction. This book was written before the apartheid laws were in place in South Africa. Racial tension dominates the book. A story of great love and compassion that braces both sides of the races.
The Stronghold by Mollie Hunter
Setting takes place during the time of the Druids - priests in Scotland. Coll, crippled in youth during a Roman raid for slaves, tries to convine the Chief that his plan for a stronghold he designed over many years is the best answer to thwart the raiders from Rome. Gripping story.
Shades of Gray Carolyn Reeder
This is the story of twelve year old Will Page who has lost everything in the Civil War. He is grieving and angry. His father died bravely in the Confederate Army. He is to live with his only existing relatives, an Uncle Jed and his family. Will's Uncle Jed had refused to take sides in the war and Will considers him a coward.
Will works alongside his Uncle on his farm doing hard manual labor...something that Will is not use to doing. While working and living with his relatives Will learns to appreciate and love their hard life and his Uncle's ways and his reasoning about the war. A good read because it gives you a glimpse into what people had to deal with after the killing and destruction of the Civil War.
This is the story of twelve year old Will Page who has lost everything in the Civil War. He is grieving and angry. His father died bravely in the Confederate Army. He is to live with his only existing relatives, an Uncle Jed and his family. Will's Uncle Jed had refused to take sides in the war and Will considers him a coward.
Will works alongside his Uncle on his farm doing hard manual labor...something that Will is not use to doing. While working and living with his relatives Will learns to appreciate and love their hard life and his Uncle's ways and his reasoning about the war. A good read because it gives you a glimpse into what people had to deal with after the killing and destruction of the Civil War.
The Ravenmaster's Secret, Woodruff, Elvira Scholastic, 2003
Eleven year-old Forrest Harper, son of the ravenmaster of the Tower of London befriends Scottish rebel named Maddy. He risks punishment and shaming his family to do what is right for Maddy and his friend Rat. A recommended historical fiction about 18th century England.
Eleven year-old Forrest Harper, son of the ravenmaster of the Tower of London befriends Scottish rebel named Maddy. He risks punishment and shaming his family to do what is right for Maddy and his friend Rat. A recommended historical fiction about 18th century England.
SEAWARD BORN
Seaward Born, Lea Wait. Aladdin c2003 150 pages.
Set in 1805 in the thirteen year old Michael must decide wether to stay in Charleston as a slave or risk everything and flee North for his freedom. Very interesting historical fiction with a sympathetic main character.
Set in 1805 in the thirteen year old Michael must decide wether to stay in Charleston as a slave or risk everything and flee North for his freedom. Very interesting historical fiction with a sympathetic main character.
For Freedom: The Story of a French Spy Bradley, Kimberly Brubaker, Random House c2003
This book written as fiction tells the true story of Suzanne David Hall, a young girl who spied for the French Resistance during WWII. suzanne is thirteen years old when the Nazis take over her town and drive her and her family out of their house. suzanne and her family cope the best they can. She continues her sining lessons and begins to sing in operas. The local doctor takes note that she moves around the city and asks her to become spy number 22. This is a good historical fiction read for older students. There is one graphic scene at the beginning of the book when Madame Montagne is killed by a bomb.
This book written as fiction tells the true story of Suzanne David Hall, a young girl who spied for the French Resistance during WWII. suzanne is thirteen years old when the Nazis take over her town and drive her and her family out of their house. suzanne and her family cope the best they can. She continues her sining lessons and begins to sing in operas. The local doctor takes note that she moves around the city and asks her to become spy number 22. This is a good historical fiction read for older students. There is one graphic scene at the beginning of the book when Madame Montagne is killed by a bomb.
McKernan, Victoria. Shackleton's Stowaway
In 1914 Ernest Shackleton's ship the Endurance set sail from Buenos Aires to cross the Atlantic continent - a last unclaimed prize in exploration. As the crew stood on the deck and watched the city fade from sight Perce Blackburrow hid below deck in a locker. But his thrill of stowing away soon turns to fear. Within months, the Endurance was trapped and crushed by ice and sank. There was no hope of rescue. If they were to survive in that hostile land they would have to do it on their own. The story becomes an edge-of-your-seat novel through the eyes of the stowaway Perce Blackborrow. I recommend this book.
The Rebel Trumpet
Shirreffs, Gordon D. The Rebel Trumpet.
This is the story of Steve who joins the Union Army as a fifteen year old drummer and his experience of the Civil War in New Mexico. It should be enjoyable for anyone who enjoys historical fiction or stories of the Civil War era.
This is the story of Steve who joins the Union Army as a fifteen year old drummer and his experience of the Civil War in New Mexico. It should be enjoyable for anyone who enjoys historical fiction or stories of the Civil War era.
Rinaldi, Ann. The Education of Mary.
In 1832, slavery is illegal in Conneticut but racism remains in other forms. This book tells the story of Prudence Crandall's school for "misses of color". Mary Harris and her sister Sarah were students at her school. This book tells the stories of the struggles Mary faced to get her education and the motives behind the characters involved in the abolitionist movement, the Underground Railroad and the early civil rights battles. It is a well written and interesting book.
In 1832, slavery is illegal in Conneticut but racism remains in other forms. This book tells the story of Prudence Crandall's school for "misses of color". Mary Harris and her sister Sarah were students at her school. This book tells the stories of the struggles Mary faced to get her education and the motives behind the characters involved in the abolitionist movement, the Underground Railroad and the early civil rights battles. It is a well written and interesting book.
Rinaldi, Ann The Fifth of March Harcourt c1993 333 pages
A story set in Boston at the time of the Boston Massacre. Rachel, an indectured servant to John and Abigail Adams, tells her story of living in Boston in pre Revolutionary days. She befriends a British soldier, Matthew Kilroy, which eventually costs her her postion but gains for her the place in life she was looking for.
A story set in Boston at the time of the Boston Massacre. Rachel, an indectured servant to John and Abigail Adams, tells her story of living in Boston in pre Revolutionary days. She befriends a British soldier, Matthew Kilroy, which eventually costs her her postion but gains for her the place in life she was looking for.
Lisle, Janet Taylor Black Duck Philomel Books, c2006. 249 pages.
Set in Newport, R.I. during Prohibition. Ruben and his best friend and their families were caught up in the rum-running of the Prohibition. He relates his story to David Petersen who is tring to become a reporter. His story centers around the boat, the Black Duck and her crew.
Set in Newport, R.I. during Prohibition. Ruben and his best friend and their families were caught up in the rum-running of the Prohibition. He relates his story to David Petersen who is tring to become a reporter. His story centers around the boat, the Black Duck and her crew.
Gray, Dianne E. Together Apart.
The "Schoolchildren's Blizzard" of January 12, 1888 caught many children in Nebraska out in the weather on their way home from school. Hannah and Isaac helped each other survive the storm but were unable to save her brothers. This book tells the story of two teenagers and an entire town trying to deal with the effects of that terrible storm. Based on the real experiences of children in the Midwest, it is a piece of historical fiction that junior high readers will enjoy
The "Schoolchildren's Blizzard" of January 12, 1888 caught many children in Nebraska out in the weather on their way home from school. Hannah and Isaac helped each other survive the storm but were unable to save her brothers. This book tells the story of two teenagers and an entire town trying to deal with the effects of that terrible storm. Based on the real experiences of children in the Midwest, it is a piece of historical fiction that junior high readers will enjoy
Frederick, Heather Vogel, The Education of Patience Goodspeed,
Simon & Schuster c2004 0-689-86411-6. A continuation of Patience Goodspeed's adventures set in the mid 1800's.Patience and her brother Tad are sent to Rev. Wiggin's school for safe keeping . She must deal with Aunt Anne and Fanny Starbuck and learn what it means to be a lady in the 1800's.
Simon & Schuster c2004 0-689-86411-6. A continuation of Patience Goodspeed's adventures set in the mid 1800's.Patience and her brother Tad are sent to Rev. Wiggin's school for safe keeping . She must deal with Aunt Anne and Fanny Starbuck and learn what it means to be a lady in the 1800's.
Frederick, Heather Vogel, The Voyage of Patience Goodspeed,
Simon & Schuster c2002,
0-689-84851-X After their mother's death, Captain Goodspeed brings Patience and her brother Tad aboard his whaling ship.Patience uses her mathematical ablitites to stop a mutiny. Setting 1800's. Stong female character and a good read.
Simon & Schuster c2002,
0-689-84851-X After their mother's death, Captain Goodspeed brings Patience and her brother Tad aboard his whaling ship.Patience uses her mathematical ablitites to stop a mutiny. Setting 1800's. Stong female character and a good read.
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