On this page you will find book selections for Early American time period, including the Pilgrims, colonial times, and the Revolutionary War.
Landing of the PilgrimsBy James Daugherty, Landmark Books From the publisher:
"In England in the early 1600s, everyone was forced to join the Church of England. Young William Bradford and his friends believed they had
every right to belong to whichever church they wanted. In the name of religious freedom, they fled to Holland, then sailed to America to start a new life. But
the winter was harsh, and before a year passed, half the settlers had died. Yet, through hard work and strong faith, a tough group of Pilgrims did survive. Their
belief in freedom of religion became an American ideal that still lives on today."
"James Daugherty draws on the Pilgrims' own journals to give a fresh and moving account of their life and traditions, their quest for religious freedom, and the
founding of one of our nation's most beloved holidaysThanksgiving." |
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By Clyde R. Bulla |
9780590440554 |
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By Margaret Pumphrey, Christian Liberty Press
A lovely book of stories with Pilgrim children as the main characters. Reading the Stories of Pilgrims is an interesting way to learn about them. Grade 3-5 |
9781932971019 |
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Sweet Land of LibertyCharles C. Coffin
Maranatha Publications has reprinted Charles Coffin's 1881 history of the founding of the United States with the desire to make the present generation
aware of the role that the founding fathers attributed to Divine Providence. |
9780938558484 |
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Bradford Smith
Used in the Beautiful Feet's
Early American History Intermediate Study Guide, this "is a wonderful children's book sharing remarkable stories of Bradford's life until his death in
Plymouth. Orphaned at a young age he was formed by forces which were providentially preparing him for the great call upon his life."
Illustrated in black and white with fun questions and activities included. Glossary. 200 pages, Trade PB Intermediate |
9781893103344 |
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by Lucy Fitch Perkins, Published by Salem Ridge Press
"General Washington has no money to pay his discouraged troops and twins Sally and Roger are asked by their father, General Priestly, to help hide a
shipment of gold which will be used to pay the American soldiers. Unfortunately, British spies have also learned about the gold and will stop at nothing to
prevent it from reaching General Washington. Based on a true story, this is a thrilling episode from our nation’s history!"
Story Setting: The Revolutionary War in 1777
Originally published in 1926; 204 pages; For Ages 8 – Adult |
9780977678662 |
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by William W. Canfield, Published by Salem Ridge Press Illustrated by G. A. Harker
In The White Seneca, adventure and suspense, an accurate portrayal of Indian life and many positive character examples all help the reader better
understand the roles played by the settlers, the Indians and the British at the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. A map of New York State is included in the
book to show the actual historical location of towns, forts and events in the story.
The White Seneca was originally published in 1911 and is reprinted by Salem Ridge Press. It has 286 pages and a softcover. It is suitable for ages 12 to adult. |
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by William W. Canfield, Published by Salem Ridge Press Illustrated by G. A. Harker
At Seneca Castle, the sequel to The White Seneca, combines examples of patriotism, selflessness, loyalty and courage with a sobering look at the Sullivan-Clinton Campaign against the Iroquois nation in 1779. A map of New York State is included in the book to show the actual historical location of towns, forts and events in the story.
At Seneca Castle was originally published in 1912 and is reprinted by Salem Ridge Press. It has 278 pages and a softcover. It is suitable for ages 12 to adult. |
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Abigail Adams, First Lady of Faith and CourageBy Evelyn Witter, Sowers Series Early America |
9780915134946 |
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The American RevolutionBruce Bliven, Landmark Books
Reading the American Revolution by Bruce Bliven helped me understand the basics of the military strategy of the American War for Independence. |
9780394846965 |
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True to the Old Flag is a tale of the American War for Independence and takes place in America from 1775 to 1783.
Jim Hodges reads the unabridged version of True to the Old Flag on an MP3 CD. |
9781887159142 |
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America’s Paul RevereBy Esther Forbes |
9780395249079 |
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Amos Fortune, Free ManBy Elizabeth Yates |
9780140341584 |
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Ben and MeBy Robert Lawson |
9780316517300 |
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Landmark Books |
9780394849287 |
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Benjamin Franklin, Young PrinterBy Augusta Stevenson A Childhood of Famous Americans book. |
9780020419204 |
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Benjamin West and His Cat GrimalkinMarguerite Henry
This lovely book has been republished at last by Bradford Press. I love using this book for
Pennsylvania history when my children are in second grade! Makes a great extra book for Pennsylvania Keystones! |
9780970561800 |
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By Jean Lee Latham paperback |
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Carry On, Mr. Bowditch CDBy Jean Lee Latham, Read Unabridged by Jim Weiss, Great Hall Productions
Now you can listen to the unabridged version of Carry On, Mr. Bowditch. Read by Jim Weiss, this is the interesting story of Nathaniel Bowditch who wrote
the American Practical Navigator, a book that is still helping sailors.
Students who need help with reading can follow along in the Carry On Mr. Bowditch paperback as it is read word for word. Carry On Mr. Bowditch won the Newbery Award in 1956. |
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By Alice Dalgliesh |
9780689715402 |
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By Alice Dalgliesh
If your children are asking why we celebrate the 4th of July, this book tells the story. |
9780689718762 |
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Francis Scott Key, God's Courageous ComposerBy David Collins, Sowers Series Early America |
9780915134915 |
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George Washington, Man of Courage and PrayerBy Norma C. Camp, Sowers Series Early America |
9780915134250 |
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Jean Fritz
"Traces the life and contributions of the sickly child with the small voice who grew up to become the fourth president of the United States." |
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Esther Forbes |
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Meet George WashingtonBy Joan Heilbroner |
9780375803970 |
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The Life of WashingtonJosephine Pollard Published by Beautiful Feet Books
The Life of Washington is told in one syllable words.
This "1893 reprint is largely devoted to Washington's life during the American Revolution, however, the main purpose according to the author was to
give its young readers a distinct and vivid idea of the exalted character and priceless services of the man who was commonly referred to as the 'Father of his
Country .' " 113 pages, Trade PB |
9781893103061 |
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The Matchlock GunWalt Edmonds |
9780698116801 |
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Paul Revere's RideBy Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and Illustrated by Ted Rand |
9780140556124 |
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By Giulio and Betsy Mastro |
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By Isabel Proudfit
"This is the story of the farm boy who worked his way through Yale and lived through one of the most exciting periods of American history to write the first
American dictionary is in its own way as thrilling as that of any frontiersman hero."
Newly reprinted by Bradford Press, Noah Webster is one of those books that you want in your family library. Originally published in 1942, it is well written and enduring. Paperback, Middle to upper elementary grades. |
9780980156300 |
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Noah Webster, Master of WordsBy David Collins, Sowers Series Early America, Grade 8 |
9780880621588 |
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Written and illustrated by James Daugherty, Republished by Beautiful Feet Books
"A biography of Franklin written with a sweep and verve worthy of its subject and brilliantly illustrated."--The New Yorker
This superb biography of the printer, statesman, author, reformer, inventor and ambassador reveals a Benjamin Franklin, who in his time, lived more lives
than many men together. The brilliance and inexhaustible ingenuity of mind that fascinated his contemporaries continues to charm us now in Daugherty's work of
perhaps America's most distinguished citizen and interesting human being. As with all of Daugherty's books, his illustrations of 2 and 3 color compliment the
meaty text of Poor Richard. 175 pages, Trade PB, color
For ages 10 and up |
9781893103030 |
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The Sign of the BeaverBy Elizabeth George Speare |
9780440479000 |
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By Peter Spier |
9780440406976 |
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Toliver’s SecretEsther Wood Brady |
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By G. A. Henty, Republished by PrestonSpeed
This is a tale of the French and Indian War. With Wolfe in Canada takes place in Pennsylvania, New York, and Canada during the 1750s to 1760s time period.
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9781887159180 |
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