The American Revolution was a war won by a multicultural force of men and women from many different backgrounds. Thomas Fleming tells their story. It is the story of people from England, Ireland, Germany and Sweden, Jews, Africans, Native Americans, men and women from varied backgrounds. Fleming includes the lesser known hero of the American Revolution along with the famous leaders we may know from other sources. Beautiful paintings by many artists are placed throughout the book, supporting the stories being told. Fleming is a great storyteller, bringing the reader along and providing a more in-depth picture of an important time in our history. ( )

This book tells the American Revolution in a kid friendly way. There are certain chapters that specifically relate to students for example the chapters, "Young People of the Revolution" and "What Does the American Revolution have to do with me?" 5th grade

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Fleming_(historian) This site has information about the author and many of his books.

Get for Lincoln, maybe. 96 pgs. ( )

Lesson 13 - The American Revolution