1775-1783, revolution

Explores the history of slavery in America, from the earliest arrival of African slaves through the abolitionist movements of the nineteenth century, culminating in the creation of the Thirteenth Amendment, which abolished slavery. Includes illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Several years after escaping slavery and gaining their unusual powers, Graham and Brody become witnesses to the growing rebellion in the American colonies. Now, they must decide whether to help this group of revolutionaries achieve their goal or to put them back in their place.

An overview of American literature from colonialism through 1800 that examines the social, cultural, and historical contexts of the time, and provides information on the Puritans, Enlightenment philosophy, the American Revolution, slavery, traditional Native American literature, specific authors, and other related topics.

Two runaway teenage slaves with extraordinary powers create a twist on the events of pre-Revolution America.

Traces the exploits of a guerrilla group led by Francis Marion, who launched surprise attacks on British soldiers during the Revolutionary War and eventually drove them from the South.

Presents an examination of the causes of the American Revolutionary War, including information on the colonists growing desire for self-government, the increasing restrictions the British placed on new settlements, and the escalating tensions between Britain and the colonists.

Presents an examination of how the rivalry between France and Britain helped the Patriots during the American Revolutionary War, including information on the skirmishes between 1778-1781 that led to a decisive Battle of Yorktown and the end of the conflict.

Explains how and why the United States Constitution came to be written, and describes the system of government set up by the document's writers.

Profiles eight women whose served as soldiers, spies, and patriots during the American Revolution including Deborah Samson, Nancy Morgan Hart, Margaret Corbin, Elizabeth Martin, and others.

When unrest spreads at the Revolutionary War camp in Morristown, New Jersey, under the command of General Anthony Wayne, a young woman cleverly hides her horse from the mutinous soldiers who have need of it.