DeFord, Deborah H

A young Hessian soldier questions his loyalty to his king after fighting with the British in America during the Revolutionary War and spending time as a prisoner in the home of a German American family from Pennsylvania.

Examines the causes and conduct of the American Revolution, a war waged by the American colonies for freedom from Great Britain, and looks at the aftermath of the conflict.

Examines the causes and conduct of the American Revolution, a war waged by the American colonies for freedom from Great Britain, and looks at the aftermath of the conflict.

A young Hessian soldier questions his loyalty to his king after fighting with the British in America during the Revolutionary War and spending time as a prisoner in the home of a German American family from Pennsylvania.

Contains an introduction to the concept of patriotism, in simple text with illustrations, providing real life examples--from attending a memorial day service, to helping needy people in the community--of how to respect fellow citizens in a variety of situations at home and in school.

Presents the history, geography, people, government, economy, social life and customs, and state events and attractions of Maine.

Describes the complex issues facing the United States prior to and during the American Civil War including the institution of slavery and the question of emancipation, secession, abolitionists, and reconstruction.

Examines the struggles African Americans faced before and during the Civil War discussing their role in the Union Army, the Fugitive Slave Law, Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation, and racism in both the North and the South.

Examines the history of the steam engine, discussing its development, modern-day use, and continuing evolution.

Describes the history of the Pennsylvania colony and the daily lives of its people, covering its Native American tribes, the European settlers, early challenges, the Revolution, and statehood, and includes a recipe, activity, time line, glossary, and further reading list.