Grote, JoAnn A

Revolutions involve drastic changes in the way people think and act. This book discusses some revolutions that have had a tremendous impact on various aspects of American life.

During the Great Depression, twelve-year-old Anna and her cousin Fred witness much hunger, poverty and despair, and decide to help those in need.

Emily, who is twelve-years-old, and her family take a trip to see the Chicago World's Fair. When they return home, they discover that the economy has taken a turn for the worse, so Emily tries to figure out what she can do to help the thousands of homeless and hungry people.

This book tells of the French nobleman who became a Revolutionary War general.

This is a biography of Patrick Henry, the Virginia lawmaker and politician known for his stirring speeches and eloquent writing.

Living in Boston in 1773, thirteen-year-old Stephen Lankford and his older brother William become involved in the activities of the revolutionary group known as the Sons of Liberty.

Examines the history of taxation in the United States, discusses how taxes are used by the government, and looks at the role of the Internal Revenue Service in collecting taxes.

Text and illustrations present the life of French general Lafayette, who helped the Americans win the Revolutionary War and then fought for France's poor; also includes a chronology, a Revolutionary War time line, a glossary, and a further reading list.

A biography of the silversmith and Revolutionary War hero who made the famous ride to warn American troops of the British approach to Lexington and Concord.

A biography of Patrick Henry, the Virginia lawmaker and politician known for his stirring speeches and eloquent writing.