Presents a short study of the Articles of Confederation, and describes British rule, drafting and ratification of the Articles, its power, and its weaknesses that led to a U.S. Constitution.
Chronicles the life and career of the "Father of the American Navy," John Paul Jones and traces his childhood in Scotland, his years as an apprentice sailor and captain of his own ship, and involvement in the American War for Independence.
Presents a biography of patriot John Hancock, discussing his father's death when he was a child, his life with his wealthy aunt and uncle, his education, and his role in the American Revolution.
Presents a short children's biography on the life of Alexander Hamilton and provides details on his childhood in the West Indies, involvement in the American Revolution and the Constitutional Convention of 1787, and his position as the country's first Secretary of the Treasury.
Examines the life of patriot Samuel Adams, discussing his participation in Massachusetts politics, and his role in leading the American colonies to independence.
Explains how Rhode Island's Black Regiment was formed during the American Revolution, describes several of its members, and chronicles the Battle of Rhode Island in 1778, providing color maps and illustrations and informative sidebars.
a fun song about George Washington crossing the Delaware
Dahl, Michael
2004
Relates the Revolutionary War adventures of George Washington as he led his troops toward the Battle of Trenton, interspersed with verses of original song lyrics to be sung to the tune of "Row, Row, Row Your Boat.".
Relates the Revolutionary War adventures of colonists who dressed as Mohawk Indians and dumped tea in Boston Harbor to protest unfair taxes, interspersed with verses of original song lyrics to be sung to the tune of "My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean.".
