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Best Children's Colonial US Historical Fiction

Rush Revere and the Brave Pilgrims: Time-Travel Adventures with Exceptional Americans
America’s #1 radio talk-show host and multi-million-copy #1 New York Times bestselling author presents a book for young readers with a history teacher who travels back in time to have adventures with exceptional Americans. Talk about a rock star—this guy wanted to protect young America so badly, he rode through those bumpy, cobblestone-y streets shouting “the British are coming!” On a horse. But what if you could get the real picture—by actually going back in time and seeing with your own eyes how our great country came to be? Our exceptional nation is waiting to be discovered all over again by exceptional young patriots— like you ! After offering a wide-ranging definition of American exceptionalism that begins with the statement that the U.S. is a “land built on true freedom and individual liberty, and it defends both around the world,” Limbaugh goes on to explain that the Founders believed all people were born to be “free as individuals.” Really? The book’s premise is that a substitute history teacher, Rush Revere, who dresses like his hero, Paul, along with his talking horse, Liberty, can go back in time. The text is wordy, and many of the pages are spent on the banter between Rush and Liberty, occasionally amusing but mostly just filling space, as do the tedious explanations of the way time travel works. They hadn’t been spoiled by wall-to-wall carpets, central heating and microwave ovens.” The fact that many modern-day people do experience incredible hardships, albeit different from the Pilgrims, seems not to have occurred to Limbaugh. Apparently, the turnaround for the struggling colony came “when every family was assigned its own plot of land to work.” Rush Revere drives home the point that it was after the Pilgrims stopped sharing the profits that success was ensured. Even Squanto adds, “No more slaves to the Common House.” As for factual inaccuracies, Paul Revere never said, “The British are coming!” That was Mr. Longfellow.
Reviews
"This is the first in the Rush Revere series."
"I bought this book for my grandson."
"Bought the series for our grand kids but everyone should read and understand them."
"My 8 yr old loves these books!"
"my grandson of 8 can't wait for the next one."
"Humor to teach US history."
"purchased copies for all the grandchildren."
"Rush has written 3 very good books for middle school age children."
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Rush Revere and the First Patriots: Time-Travel Adventures With Exceptional Americans
America’s #1 radio talk-show host and multi-million-copy #1 New York Times bestselling author presents the second book in a series for young readers with a history teacher who travels back in time to have adventures with exceptional Americans. “Usually you say ‘oh no, not again!’ and ‘while we’re in colonial Boston, can I try the baked beans?’”. His name says it all: the freedom we celebrate every July Fourth with fireworks and hot dogs (and maybe some of those baked beans). It’s an exciting, dangerous, turbulent, thrilling time to be an American…and exceptional young patriots like you won’t want to miss a minute. Rush Limbaugh is host of The Rush Limbaugh Show —the nation’s highest-rated talk radio program, with an audience of more than twenty-five million—and the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Rush Revere and the Brave Pilgrims, Rush Revere and the First Patriots, Rush Revere and the American Revolution,Rush Revere and the Star-Spangled Banner, and Rush Revere and the Presidency .
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"Our grandchildren have enjoyed these books in the Rush Revere series."
"Bought these for my 6 year old who loves stories."
"My daughter loved the book."
"Every Patriot needs this to complete or beginning your Library of the Patriots."
"Another great story about American history by Rush Limbaugh...refreshingly, it helps young people understand the real story of the beginnings of our nation via the engaging adventures of Rush Revere and his time-traveling horse, Liberty."
"These are awesome books... my 8 year old grand daughter loves them all..."
"We love the rush books, great price and fast shipping!"
"Limbaugh does a nice job of re-stating these values to modern youth at a time when, regrettably, so many of them are systematically being erased and eliminated from our cultural heritage."
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Rush Revere and the American Revolution: Time-Travel Adventures With Exceptional Americans
Liberty, my wisecracking horse, our old friends Cam, Tommy, Freedom, and I are off to meet some super-brave soldiers in the year 1775. We’ll be on hand to see two lanterns hung in the Old North Church, prevent a British spy from capturing Paul Revere, and grapple with danger at the battles of Lexington, Concord, and Bunker Hill. Visiting with exceptional American heroes like Dr. Joseph Warren and George Washington, racing along after Paul Revere on his midnight ride, and seeing the Declaration of Independence signed make Cam see his own dad in a new and special way. Rush Revere and the American Revolution.
Reviews
"A small gang of youthful Patriots, led by this funny man with a big head, called Rush Revere, go jumping back into time to explore events around the American Revolution. All in all, RUSH REVERE AND THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION is a very creative book, making history come alive in an exciting and unique way."
"The book is not only incredibly entertaining but is also a great vehicle for teaching our children about our true history."
"We are just about finished with Rush Revere and the Star-Spangled Banner and she will be getting Rush Revere and the Presidency for Christmas! She actually wants me to ask questions when we read, to test how well she is paying attention."
"My husband and I enjoyed all of Rush Limbaugh books written for children."
"The entire "Rush Revere " book series are fantastic, highly recommend for all age appropriate kids to learn about their American Heritage or new "Americans" to understand what we're about."
"This is not only a great history lesson for children, but certainly a wonderful review for adults."
"As I was explaining to our 10 yr old granddaughter that it was a history book about America but with a twist, I saw her roll her eyes and get a very resigned look on her face. The next night, she was right there ready for the story, all bright eyed and excited."
"I loved it and gave it to mY grandkids, but the parents objected to Rush Limbaugh's name."
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Best Children's US Local Historical Fiction

Growing Up Wilder: The diary of Virginia Anne Wilder
Meet Virginia Anne Wilder, a spunky young girl you’ll soon grow to love! Virginia’s diary spans over some of the most important times of a young girl’s life as she gets into scraps and learns vital lessons about friendship, sorrow, and love. Hannah Loviisa is a young author living on a farm in a rural part of United States.
Reviews
"Laura Ingalls meets Anne Shirley in this spunky story by Hannah Loviisa. This tale of Virginia Wilder, her friends, and family has earned a place on my bookshelf with other beloved stories. While 1921 was a year of change and expansion in the United States, life on the farm was hard, dirty, never ending hours of work."
"She wants to have fun with her friends (at the same time trying to act more mature), longs for pretty dresses like spoiled Angie always wears, and deals with various issues at school and at home with her five brothers and sisters."
"I predict a long and very successful career for Hannah Loviisa."
"Highly recommended for those who like the Laura Ingalls Wilder books and Dear America diary stories!"
"Seeing life and their trials through the eyes of Virgina Wilder will leave the reader (young & old) with new perspectives."
"Perceptive and clear, the author guides readers into a quaint story rich with endearing characters and details."
"Set in the Roaring Twenties, Growing Up Wilder is the charming diary of Virginia Anne Wilder, a spunky, fun-loving girl of fourteen."
"The writing style is refreshing and engaging, and does an excellent job of painting pictures with words."
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Best Children's 1800s US Historical Fiction

Little House in the Big Woods
Pioneer life is sometimes hard for the family, but it is also exciting as they celebrate Christmas with homemade toys and treats, do the spring planting, bring in the harvest, and make their first trip into town. Any boy or girl who has fantasized about running off to live in the woods will find ample information in these pages to manage a Wisconsin snowstorm, a panther attack, or a wild sled ride with a pig as an uninvited guest. Every chapter divulges fascinatingly intricate, yet easy-to-read, details about pioneer life in the Midwest in the late 1800s, from bear-meat curing to maple-tree sapping to homemade bullet making.
Reviews
"I wouldn't recommend these volumes to those who remember the classic hardcovers with all the quaint drawings from Garth William which are NOT included here."
"All covers on very good shape, however instead of the colorful newer covers I got the old yellows from my mother's childhood."
"Great value for the complete Little house collection!"
"my daughter has now asked to have this book re-read to her."
"This was bought as a Christmas gift for my nieces."
"This book set was a gift for my Granddaughter, it arrived in excellent condition and was exactly what we were looking for."
"Every child should read or be read these beautifully written books. Oh, Pa!)."
"We are enjoying the books."
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Best Children's 1900s US Historical Fiction

Where the Red Fern Grows
Stories of their great achievements spread throughout the region, and the combination of Old Dan’s brawn, Little Ann’s brains, and Billy’s sheer will seems unbeatable. Praise for Where the Red Fern Grows A Top 100 Children’s Novel, School Library Journal ' s A Fuse #8 Production. A Must-Read for Kids 9 to 14, NPR. Winner of Multiple State Awards. Over 7 million copies in print! Any child who doesn’t get to read this beloved and powerfully emotional book has missed out on an important piece of childhood for the last 40-plus years.” — Common Sense Media “An exciting tale of love and adventure you’ll never forget.” — School Library Journal “A book of unadorned naturalness.” — Kirkus Reviews “Written with so much feeling and sentiment that adults as well as children are drawn [in] with a passion.” — Arizona Daily Star “It’s a story about a young boy and his two hunting dogs and . When the victory over the mountain lion turns to tragedy, Billy grieves, but learns the beautiful old Native American legend of the sacred red fern that grows over the graves of his dogs. [with] careful, precise observation, all of it rightly phrased.” — The New York Times Book Review “One of the great classics of children’s literature . Any child who doesn’t get to read this beloved and powerfully emotional book has missed out on an important piece of childhood for the last 40-plus years.” — Common Sense Media “An exciting tale of love and adventure you’ll never forget.” — School Library Journal “A book of unadorned naturalness.” — Kirkus Reviews “Written with so much feeling and sentiment that adults as well as children are drawn [in] with a passion.” — Arizona Daily Star “It’s a story about a young boy and his two hunting dogs and .
Reviews
"Wilson Rawls’ classic, timeless story of a young boy’s coming-of-age is heartbreaking, sentimental, and utterly charming. For two years he waits, collecting enough money doing whatever jobs he can, he finally raises enough for two puppies who are delivered via train to the town closest to where he lives. Selling skins to Sears Roebuck & Co. was enough then to fulfill that dream and then later to get him enough money to fly enough hours to be conscripted (after being declared 4F) to train pilots at Americus, Georgia."
"From leaving home to fetch his pups ,to hunting in the Ozarks, this boys journey will have you yearning for your youth, Wishing for simpler times, and feeling emotional."
"I remembered loving this movie in high school which was....let's say, over 10 years ago."
"An emotional and heart touching story on the vein of Old Yeller."
"It takes a dog owner to feel what our heroine must have felt, devotion, caring, love and true devotion from mans best friend."
"Couldn’t stop listening!"
"My 10 yr."
"This was my favorite book of all time when I was little."
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Best Children's US Western Historical Fiction

Old Yeller
A timeless American classic and one of the most beloved children’s books ever written, Old Yeller is a Newbery Honor Book that explores the poignant and unforgettable bond between a boy and the stray dog who becomes his loyal friend. When his father sets out on a cattle drive toward Kansas for the summer, fourteen-year-old Travis Coates is left to take care of his family and their farm. But can Travis do the same for Old Yeller?
Reviews
"On the other hand it's a "coming of age" story about a boy who's left in charge of the ranch, while Pa goes on a cattle drive to Kansas, and the stray dog that wanders into their lives and changes everything. Fred Gipson, the author, was born on a farm in the Texas Hill Country where he often worked as a farmer and rancher before attending college for a degree in journalism and becoming a full time writer, as a result much of the narrative is based on his personal, first hand, experience."
"Classic story which will play well with boys, at least from my perspective, but I suspect anyone who has fond memories of life on a farm with a dog as a child will like the book, too."
"I got this book for my 13 year old son who doesn't like to read books, but when he started reading it, he got hooked on it and loved it."
"Loved the movie and was delighted with the book, it had a few twists I did not know about and made the story great reading."
"My two grandsons loved this and plan on passing it on down to their little sister and other brother."
"Great classsic read."
"Classic movie."
"In the film, Travis pens up Yeller and waits for the rabies to become evident, but in the book he only considers this option."
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