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Loyalty

Loyalty

by Avi

Book - 2022

Newbery Medalist Avi explores the American Revolution from a fresh perspective in the story of a young Loyalist turned British spy navigating patriotism and personal responsibility during the lead-up to the War of Independence. Grade: 4+. Newbery Medalist Avi explores the American Revolution from a fresh perspective in the story of a young Loyalist turned British spy navigating patriotism and personal responsibility during the lead-up to the War of Independence. Grade: 4+. Show less

Newbery Medalist Avi explores the American Revolution from a fresh perspective in the story of a young Loyalist turned British spy navigating patriotism and personal responsibility during the lead-up to the War of Independence. Grade: 4+. Newbery Medalist Avi explores the American Revolution from a fresh perspective in the story of a young Loyalist turned British spy navigating patriotism and personal responsibility during the lead-up to the War of Independence. Grade: 4+. Show less

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Early Thunder

Early Thunder

by Fritz, Jean

Book - 1987

In pre-revolutionary Salem, fourteen-year-old Daniel begins to re-examine his loyalty to the King as the conflict between Tories and patriots increasingly divides the townspeople. Grade 5+. In pre-revolutionary Salem, fourteen-year-old Daniel begins to re-examine his loyalty to the King as the conflict between Tories and patriots increasingly divides the townspeople. Grade 5+. Show less

In pre-revolutionary Salem, fourteen-year-old Daniel begins to re-examine his loyalty to the King as the conflict between Tories and patriots increasingly divides the townspeople. Grade 5+. In pre-revolutionary Salem, fourteen-year-old Daniel begins to re-examine his loyalty to the King as the conflict between Tories and patriots increasingly divides the townspeople. Grade 5+. Show less

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Silence and Lily

Silence and Lily

1773

by Duey, Kathleen

Book - 2007

In 1773, twelve-year-old Silence works to please her mother through household chores and weekly etiquette lessons in hopes of spending time with her belov...Show more In 1773, twelve-year-old Silence works to please her mother through household chores and weekly etiquette lessons in hopes of spending time with her beloved horse, Lily, while the men of Boston, including her Loyalist father and brother, discuss a possible war over taxation without representation. Part of the Hoofbeats series. Grade: 4+ Show less

In 1773, twelve-year-old Silence works to please her mother through household chores and weekly etiquette lessons in hopes of spending time with her belov...Show more In 1773, twelve-year-old Silence works to please her mother through household chores and weekly etiquette lessons in hopes of spending time with her beloved horse, Lily, while the men of Boston, including her Loyalist father and brother, discuss a possible war over taxation without representation. Part of the Hoofbeats series. Grade: 4+ Show less

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Friends of Liberty

Friends of Liberty

by Gormley, Beatrice

Book - 2013

Sally Gifford, a Patriot shoemaker's daughter, tries to maintain her close friendship with Kitty Lawton, the daughter of a Loyalist official, as pre-Revolutionary War tensions in 1773 Boston increase and push them apart. Grade: 4+ Sally Gifford, a Patriot shoemaker's daughter, tries to maintain her close friendship with Kitty Lawton, the daughter of a Loyalist official, as pre-Revolutionary War tensions in 1773 Boston increase and push them apart. Grade: 4+ Show less

Sally Gifford, a Patriot shoemaker's daughter, tries to maintain her close friendship with Kitty Lawton, the daughter of a Loyalist official, as pre-Revolutionary War tensions in 1773 Boston increase and push them apart. Grade: 4+ Sally Gifford, a Patriot shoemaker's daughter, tries to maintain her close friendship with Kitty Lawton, the daughter of a Loyalist official, as pre-Revolutionary War tensions in 1773 Boston increase and push them apart. Grade: 4+ Show less

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Maria's Story, 1773

Maria's Story, 1773

by Nixon, Joan Lowery

Book - 2001

In Williamsburg, Virginia, two years before the start of the American Revolution, nine-year-old Maria worries that her mother will lose her contract to pu...Show more In Williamsburg, Virginia, two years before the start of the American Revolution, nine-year-old Maria worries that her mother will lose her contract to publish official reports and announcements of the British government because she prints anti-British articles in their family-run newspaper. Part of the Young Americans series. Grade: 4+ Show less

In Williamsburg, Virginia, two years before the start of the American Revolution, nine-year-old Maria worries that her mother will lose her contract to pu...Show more In Williamsburg, Virginia, two years before the start of the American Revolution, nine-year-old Maria worries that her mother will lose her contract to publish official reports and announcements of the British government because she prints anti-British articles in their family-run newspaper. Part of the Young Americans series. Grade: 4+ Show less

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Ben's Revolution

Ben's Revolution

Benjamin Russell and the Battle of Bunker Hill

by Philbrick, Nathaniel

Book - 2017

Twelve-year-old Benjamin Russell of Boston experiences the Revolutionary War from the Boston Tea Party of 1773 through the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Grade: 2-5. Twelve-year-old Benjamin Russell of Boston experiences the Revolutionary War from the Boston Tea Party of 1773 through the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Grade: 2-5. Show less

Twelve-year-old Benjamin Russell of Boston experiences the Revolutionary War from the Boston Tea Party of 1773 through the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Grade: 2-5. Twelve-year-old Benjamin Russell of Boston experiences the Revolutionary War from the Boston Tea Party of 1773 through the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Grade: 2-5. Show less

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Give Me Liberty

Give Me Liberty

by Elliott, Laura

Book - 2006

Follows the life of thirteen-year-old Nathaniel Dunn, from May 1774 to December 1775, as he serves his indentureship with a music teacher in Williamsburg,...Show more Follows the life of thirteen-year-old Nathaniel Dunn, from May 1774 to December 1775, as he serves his indentureship with a music teacher in Williamsburg, Virginia, and witnesses the growing rift between patriots and loyalists, culminating in the American Revolution. Grade: 5+ Show less

Follows the life of thirteen-year-old Nathaniel Dunn, from May 1774 to December 1775, as he serves his indentureship with a music teacher in Williamsburg,...Show more Follows the life of thirteen-year-old Nathaniel Dunn, from May 1774 to December 1775, as he serves his indentureship with a music teacher in Williamsburg, Virginia, and witnesses the growing rift between patriots and loyalists, culminating in the American Revolution. Grade: 5+ Show less

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Johnny Tremain

Johnny Tremain

A Novel for Old & Young

by Forbes, Esther

Book - 1971

Johnny Tremain, a young apprentice silversmith, is caught up in the danger and excitement of 1775 Boston, just before the Revolutionary War. But even more...Show more Johnny Tremain, a young apprentice silversmith, is caught up in the danger and excitement of 1775 Boston, just before the Revolutionary War. But even more gripping than living through the drama of Revolutionary Boston is the important discovery Johnny makes in his own life. Grade: 6+ Show less

Johnny Tremain, a young apprentice silversmith, is caught up in the danger and excitement of 1775 Boston, just before the Revolutionary War. But even more...Show more Johnny Tremain, a young apprentice silversmith, is caught up in the danger and excitement of 1775 Boston, just before the Revolutionary War. But even more gripping than living through the drama of Revolutionary Boston is the important discovery Johnny makes in his own life. Grade: 6+ Show less

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Siege

Siege

How General Washington Kicked the British Out of Boston and Launched A Revolution

by Orgill, Roxane

Book - 2018

It is the summer of 1775. The British occupy Boston and its busy harbor, holding residents captive and keeping a strong military foothold. The threat of s...Show more It is the summer of 1775. The British occupy Boston and its busy harbor, holding residents captive and keeping a strong military foothold. The threat of smallpox looms, and the town is cut off, even from food supplies. Following the battles of Lexington and Concord, Congress unanimously elects George Washington commander in chief of the American armed forces, and he is sent to Cambridge, Massachusetts, to transform the ragtag collection of volunteer militiamen into America's first army. The war has so far been little more than a series of intermittent skirmishes, but Washington is in constant fear of attack--until he takes the offensive with results that surprise everyone, the British most of all. Grade: 6+ Show less

It is the summer of 1775. The British occupy Boston and its busy harbor, holding residents captive and keeping a strong military foothold. The threat of s...Show more It is the summer of 1775. The British occupy Boston and its busy harbor, holding residents captive and keeping a strong military foothold. The threat of smallpox looms, and the town is cut off, even from food supplies. Following the battles of Lexington and Concord, Congress unanimously elects George Washington commander in chief of the American armed forces, and he is sent to Cambridge, Massachusetts, to transform the ragtag collection of volunteer militiamen into America's first army. The war has so far been little more than a series of intermittent skirmishes, but Washington is in constant fear of attack--until he takes the offensive with results that surprise everyone, the British most of all. Grade: 6+ Show less

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The Thrifty Guide to the American Revolution

The Thrifty Guide to the American Revolution

A Handbook for Time Travelers

by Stokes, Jonathan W

Book - 2018

The Thrifty Guide to the American Revolution is the greatest travel guide in all of history, and we know because we checked all of history! Where else can...Show more The Thrifty Guide to the American Revolution is the greatest travel guide in all of history, and we know because we checked all of history! Where else can you find answers to common tourist questions like: Should I pack my powdered wig? How can I snag an invitation to the Boston Tea Party? How can I score a lunch with Alexander Hamilton? Book 2 in The Thrifty Guide series. Grade: 4-6. Show less

The Thrifty Guide to the American Revolution is the greatest travel guide in all of history, and we know because we checked all of history! Where else can...Show more The Thrifty Guide to the American Revolution is the greatest travel guide in all of history, and we know because we checked all of history! Where else can you find answers to common tourist questions like: Should I pack my powdered wig? How can I snag an invitation to the Boston Tea Party? How can I score a lunch with Alexander Hamilton? Book 2 in The Thrifty Guide series. Grade: 4-6. Show less

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Chains

Chains

Seeds of America

by Anderson, Laurie Halse

Book - 2008

After being sold to a cruel couple in New York City, a slave named Isabel spies for the rebels during the Revolutionary War. Book 1 in the Seeds of America series. Grade: 5+ After being sold to a cruel couple in New York City, a slave named Isabel spies for the rebels during the Revolutionary War. Book 1 in the Seeds of America series. Grade: 5+ Show less

After being sold to a cruel couple in New York City, a slave named Isabel spies for the rebels during the Revolutionary War. Book 1 in the Seeds of America series. Grade: 5+ After being sold to a cruel couple in New York City, a slave named Isabel spies for the rebels during the Revolutionary War. Book 1 in the Seeds of America series. Grade: 5+ Show less

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The Fighting Ground

The Fighting Ground

by Avi

Book - 1987

At thirteen, Jonathan dreams of fighting in the American Revolution. Almost by accident, he is recruited into a fighting unit and experiences the reality ...Show more At thirteen, Jonathan dreams of fighting in the American Revolution. Almost by accident, he is recruited into a fighting unit and experiences the reality of war, including being taken prisoner and coming to grips with his feelings about shooting to kill. Grade: 5+ Show less

At thirteen, Jonathan dreams of fighting in the American Revolution. Almost by accident, he is recruited into a fighting unit and experiences the reality ...Show more At thirteen, Jonathan dreams of fighting in the American Revolution. Almost by accident, he is recruited into a fighting unit and experiences the reality of war, including being taken prisoner and coming to grips with his feelings about shooting to kill. Grade: 5+ Show less

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My Brother Sam Is Dead

My Brother Sam Is Dead

by Collier, James Lincoln

Book - 1985

Recounts the tragedy that strikes the Meeker family during the Revolution when one son joins the rebel forces while the rest of the family tries to stay neutral in a Tory town. Grade: 6+ Recounts the tragedy that strikes the Meeker family during the Revolution when one son joins the rebel forces while the rest of the family tries to stay neutral in a Tory town. Grade: 6+ Show less

Recounts the tragedy that strikes the Meeker family during the Revolution when one son joins the rebel forces while the rest of the family tries to stay neutral in a Tory town. Grade: 6+ Recounts the tragedy that strikes the Meeker family during the Revolution when one son joins the rebel forces while the rest of the family tries to stay neutral in a Tory town. Grade: 6+ Show less

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Five Smooth Stones

Five Smooth Stones

Hope's Diary

by Gregory, Kristiana

Book - 2001

In her diary, a young girl writes about her life and the events surrounding the beginning of the American Revolution in Philadelphia in 1776. Grade 3+. In her diary, a young girl writes about her life and the events surrounding the beginning of the American Revolution in Philadelphia in 1776. Grade 3+. Show less

In her diary, a young girl writes about her life and the events surrounding the beginning of the American Revolution in Philadelphia in 1776. Grade 3+. In her diary, a young girl writes about her life and the events surrounding the beginning of the American Revolution in Philadelphia in 1776. Grade 3+. Show less

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Sophia's War

Sophia's War

A Tale of the Revolution

by Avi

Book - 2012

In 1776, after witnessing the execution of Nathan Hale in New York City, newly occupied by the British army, young Sophia Calderwood resolves to do all she can to help the American cause, including becoming a spy. Grade: 5+ In 1776, after witnessing the execution of Nathan Hale in New York City, newly occupied by the British army, young Sophia Calderwood resolves to do all she can to help the American cause, including becoming a spy. Grade: 5+ Show less

In 1776, after witnessing the execution of Nathan Hale in New York City, newly occupied by the British army, young Sophia Calderwood resolves to do all she can to help the American cause, including becoming a spy. Grade: 5+ In 1776, after witnessing the execution of Nathan Hale in New York City, newly occupied by the British army, young Sophia Calderwood resolves to do all she can to help the American cause, including becoming a spy. Grade: 5+ Show less

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Daniel at the Siege of Boston, 1776

Daniel at the Siege of Boston, 1776

by Calkhoven, Laurie

Book - 2010

In 1776 Boston, twelve-year-old Daniel Prescott enjoys assuming his father's role in taking care of his mother and sister, as well as his work as a spy an...Show more In 1776 Boston, twelve-year-old Daniel Prescott enjoys assuming his father's role in taking care of his mother and sister, as well as his work as a spy and messenger for the American revolutionaries, but the pleasure ends when he witnesses the horrors of war firsthand, and learns that a trusted patriot is actually a British spy. Book 1 in Boys of Wartime series. Grade: 4-6. Show less

In 1776 Boston, twelve-year-old Daniel Prescott enjoys assuming his father's role in taking care of his mother and sister, as well as his work as a spy an...Show more In 1776 Boston, twelve-year-old Daniel Prescott enjoys assuming his father's role in taking care of his mother and sister, as well as his work as a spy and messenger for the American revolutionaries, but the pleasure ends when he witnesses the horrors of war firsthand, and learns that a trusted patriot is actually a British spy. Book 1 in Boys of Wartime series. Grade: 4-6. Show less

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Peril at King's Creek

Peril at King's Creek

A Felicity Mystery

by Jones, Elizabeth McDavid

Book - 2006

In 1776, eleven-year-old Felicity suspects that an amateur naturalist visiting her family's Virginia plantation may actually be a British spy mapping Patr...Show more In 1776, eleven-year-old Felicity suspects that an amateur naturalist visiting her family's Virginia plantation may actually be a British spy mapping Patriot plantations in advance of British raids. Includes historical information about the Revolutionary War. A Felicity Mystery in the American Girl series.. Grade: 3+ Show less

In 1776, eleven-year-old Felicity suspects that an amateur naturalist visiting her family's Virginia plantation may actually be a British spy mapping Patr...Show more In 1776, eleven-year-old Felicity suspects that an amateur naturalist visiting her family's Virginia plantation may actually be a British spy mapping Patriot plantations in advance of British raids. Includes historical information about the Revolutionary War. A Felicity Mystery in the American Girl series.. Grade: 3+ Show less

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Woods Runner

Woods Runner

by Paulsen, Gary

Book - 2010

From his 1776 Pennsylvania homestead, thirteen-year-old Samuel, who is a highly-skilled woodsman, sets out toward New York City to rescue his parents from...Show more From his 1776 Pennsylvania homestead, thirteen-year-old Samuel, who is a highly-skilled woodsman, sets out toward New York City to rescue his parents from the band of British soldiers and Indians who kidnapped them after slaughtering most of their community. Grade: 6+ Show less

From his 1776 Pennsylvania homestead, thirteen-year-old Samuel, who is a highly-skilled woodsman, sets out toward New York City to rescue his parents from...Show more From his 1776 Pennsylvania homestead, thirteen-year-old Samuel, who is a highly-skilled woodsman, sets out toward New York City to rescue his parents from the band of British soldiers and Indians who kidnapped them after slaughtering most of their community. Grade: 6+ Show less

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The American Revolution, 1776

The American Revolution, 1776

by Tarshis, Lauren

Book - 2017

Eleven-year-old Nate was traveling to meet his father in New York City when he got caught up in a battle of the American Revolution. Part of the I Survived series. Grade 4+ Eleven-year-old Nate was traveling to meet his father in New York City when he got caught up in a battle of the American Revolution. Part of the I Survived series. Grade 4+ Show less

Eleven-year-old Nate was traveling to meet his father in New York City when he got caught up in a battle of the American Revolution. Part of the I Survived series. Grade 4+ Eleven-year-old Nate was traveling to meet his father in New York City when he got caught up in a battle of the American Revolution. Part of the I Survived series. Grade 4+ Show less

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The Winter of Red Snow

The Winter of Red Snow

The Diary of Abigail Jane Stewart

by Gregory, Kristiana

Book - 2010

Eleven-year-old Abigail presents a diary account of life in Valley Forge from December 1777 to July 1778 as General Washington prepares his troops to fight the British. Part of the Dear America series. Grade: 5+ Eleven-year-old Abigail presents a diary account of life in Valley Forge from December 1777 to July 1778 as General Washington prepares his troops to fight the British. Part of the Dear America series. Grade: 5+ Show less

Eleven-year-old Abigail presents a diary account of life in Valley Forge from December 1777 to July 1778 as General Washington prepares his troops to fight the British. Part of the Dear America series. Grade: 5+ Eleven-year-old Abigail presents a diary account of life in Valley Forge from December 1777 to July 1778 as General Washington prepares his troops to fight the British. Part of the Dear America series. Grade: 5+ Show less

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Spies

Spies

James Armistead Lafayette

by Jones, Kyandreia

Book - 2019

The year is 1781. You are James Armistead, a brave, literate enslaved person living in Virginia. General Lafayette approaches you with the most critical c...Show more The year is 1781. You are James Armistead, a brave, literate enslaved person living in Virginia. General Lafayette approaches you with the most critical choice of your life: do you join the Revolutionary Army or find freedom on your own terms? As a spy for the revolution, you might change the course of history. But whose liberty will you really be fighting for? Grade: 4+ Show less

The year is 1781. You are James Armistead, a brave, literate enslaved person living in Virginia. General Lafayette approaches you with the most critical c...Show more The year is 1781. You are James Armistead, a brave, literate enslaved person living in Virginia. General Lafayette approaches you with the most critical choice of your life: do you join the Revolutionary Army or find freedom on your own terms? As a spy for the revolution, you might change the course of history. But whose liberty will you really be fighting for? Grade: 4+ Show less

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Fever, 1793

Fever, 1793

by Anderson, Laurie Halse

Book - 2000

In 1793 Philadelphia, sixteen-year-old Matilda Cook, separated from her sick mother, learns about perseverance and self-reliance when she is forced to cope with the horrors of a yellow fever epidemic. Grade: 6+ In 1793 Philadelphia, sixteen-year-old Matilda Cook, separated from her sick mother, learns about perseverance and self-reliance when she is forced to cope with the horrors of a yellow fever epidemic. Grade: 6+ Show less

In 1793 Philadelphia, sixteen-year-old Matilda Cook, separated from her sick mother, learns about perseverance and self-reliance when she is forced to cope with the horrors of a yellow fever epidemic. Grade: 6+ In 1793 Philadelphia, sixteen-year-old Matilda Cook, separated from her sick mother, learns about perseverance and self-reliance when she is forced to cope with the horrors of a yellow fever epidemic. Grade: 6+ Show less

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Jefferson's Sons

Jefferson's Sons

A Founding Father's Secret Children

by Bradley, Kimberly Brubaker

Book - 2011

A fictionalized look at the last twenty years of Thomas Jefferson's life at Monticello through the eyes of three of his slaves, two of whom were his sons by his slave, Sally Hemings. Grade: 6+ A fictionalized look at the last twenty years of Thomas Jefferson's life at Monticello through the eyes of three of his slaves, two of whom were his sons by his slave, Sally Hemings. Grade: 6+ Show less

A fictionalized look at the last twenty years of Thomas Jefferson's life at Monticello through the eyes of three of his slaves, two of whom were his sons by his slave, Sally Hemings. Grade: 6+ A fictionalized look at the last twenty years of Thomas Jefferson's life at Monticello through the eyes of three of his slaves, two of whom were his sons by his slave, Sally Hemings. Grade: 6+ Show less

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Streams to the River, River to the Sea

Streams to the River, River to the Sea

A Novel of Sacagawea

by O'Dell, Scott

Book - 1986

A young Indian woman, accompanied by her infant and her cruel husband, experiences joy and heartbreak when she joins the Lewis and Clark expedition seeking a way to the Pacific. Grade: 6+. A young Indian woman, accompanied by her infant and her cruel husband, experiences joy and heartbreak when she joins the Lewis and Clark expedition seeking a way to the Pacific. Grade: 6+. Show less

A young Indian woman, accompanied by her infant and her cruel husband, experiences joy and heartbreak when she joins the Lewis and Clark expedition seeking a way to the Pacific. Grade: 6+. A young Indian woman, accompanied by her infant and her cruel husband, experiences joy and heartbreak when she joins the Lewis and Clark expedition seeking a way to the Pacific. Grade: 6+. Show less

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Ben and Me

Ben and Me

A New and Astonishing Life of Benjamin Franklin as Written by His Good Mouse Amos

by Lawson, Robert

Book - 2010

Did you ever wonder where inventors get their ideas? Benjamin Franklin was one of the most famous inventors in American history, and according to this amu...Show more Did you ever wonder where inventors get their ideas? Benjamin Franklin was one of the most famous inventors in American history, and according to this amusing book, he got most of his ideas--the good ones at any rate - from a mouse! Once you've met Amos the mouse, you'll always remember Benjamin Franklin a little differently than the history books do. Grade: 4+ Show less

Did you ever wonder where inventors get their ideas? Benjamin Franklin was one of the most famous inventors in American history, and according to this amu...Show more Did you ever wonder where inventors get their ideas? Benjamin Franklin was one of the most famous inventors in American history, and according to this amusing book, he got most of his ideas--the good ones at any rate - from a mouse! Once you've met Amos the mouse, you'll always remember Benjamin Franklin a little differently than the history books do. Grade: 4+ Show less

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