The American Civil War: the American Civil War

Thompson, Ben

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Annotation: An educational collection of amazing-but-true facts about the Civil War shares accounts of such events as female spies fighting for the Rebel cause, cavalry rides in enemy territory, and the reelection of President Lincoln.

Catalog Number: #88039

Format: Publisher's Hardcover

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Publisher: Little, Brown & Co.

Edition Date: 2014

Illustrator: Butzer, C. M.,

Pages: 317 pages

Availability: Indefinitely Out of Stock

ISBN: 0-316-32050-1

ISBN 13: 978-0-316-32050-4

Dewey: 973.7

LCCN: 2013041699

Dimensions: 20 cm.

Genre: United States history

Language: English

Reviewing Agencies:
ALA Booklist (Sat Nov 01 00:00:00 CDT 2014)
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ILA Teacher's Choice Award
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Bibliography Index/Note: Includes bibliographical references (pages [301]-308) and index.

Word Count: 56,473

Reading Level: 9.3

Interest Level: 3-6

Accelerated Reader: reading level: 9.3 / points: 11.0 / quiz: 170895 / grade: Middle Grades

Guided Reading Level: Z

Fountas & Pinnell: Z

Educator's Guide: American Civil War: the American Civil War Educator's Guide

History comes alive for kids like no textbook can in this epic account of the American Civil War that's perfect for history buffs and reluctant readers! Contains awesome illustrations!

From courageous cavalry rides deep into enemy territory to harrowing covert missions undertaken by spies and soldiers, the events of the American Civil War were filled with daring figures and amazing feats. This exhilarating overview covers the biggest battles as well as captivating lesser-known moments to entertain kids with unbelievable (and totally true) tales of one of America's most fascinating conflicts.

History buff, Civil War reenactor, and popular blogger Ben Thompson uses his extensive knowledge and vivid storytelling style to bring the Civil War to life in this first book in a thrilling new series featuring incredible people, events, and civilizations. Get ready to learn just how awesome history can be!