Untold Story of Henry Knox

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ISBN
9780756549763
Grade 4-8
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What a great addition this biography would be to any history unit covering the Revolutionary War. Journey with Henry Knox and his men as they heroically brave the elements and British soldiers to move artillery across New York and Massachusetts to save Boston city. This man’s loyalty was to the colonies, and he risked life and family defending patriotism. Included in the text are many excerpts from letters and diary entries by Knox, maps outlining the artillery routes, and beautiful pieces of art. The last few pages are dedicated to a timeline of Knox’s life, further reading selections, internet fact sites, critical thinking questions, as well as a glossary and index. Pgs. 64 | pb ~Rebecca

Publisher's Description of Untold Story of Henry Knox
When supplies were running low, Knox led a group of men through treacherous conditions to retrieve weapons and ammunition for the Colonial Army. His brave actions brought about a much-needed victory for the Patriots and saved the city of Boston from destruction. In doing so, Knox played a significant role in saving the American cause. Henry Knox's mission to save Boston from the British makes an unforgettable story, yet it's unfamiliar to many people.

Category Description for Untold Story Of ____ Series

As you are working through your early American history lessons, add on some additional readers about some key people, battles, and regiments from the Revolutionary War. These brief and informational books are full of notable pieces of artwork, pages from primary source journals and letters, and plenty of "Did you Know" factoids. There is shared information between each book, yet each book is specific to its topic. There is no intended order for reading these books and so they are easy to just pick up and read. Utilize the books for your vocab or spelling activities as each is equipped with its own glossary. The texts also include timelines, source notes, bibliographies, and additional readings. Get a glimpse of early colonial life through these books and engage with history through the words of famous founding fathers. ~Rebecca

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Product Format:Paperback
Brand:Capstone Press
Grades:4-8
ISBN:9780756549763
Length in Inches:9
Width in Inches:5.875
Height in Inches:0.125
Weight in Pounds:0.35
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