On April 18th at 9:30 p.m. Paul Revere learned that the British Army was marching toward Lexington and Concord to arrest rebel leaders. At 5:20 the next morning, a shot rang out and the American Revolution had begun. Told in a step-by-step account of the 24 hours leading up to the battles that sparked a revolution, this tale is sure to both inform and entertain
Dennis Brindell Fradin Books
Dennis Fradin is an acclaimed author celebrated for his meticulous research and keen attention to detail. He honed his signature smooth and graceful writing style through his experiences teaching in Chicago's public schools, where he captivated young students with imaginative tales. This storytelling talent eventually launched his career as a full-time author of non-fiction for children and young adults. Fradin's extensive body of work spans diverse subjects, from astronomy and history to compelling narratives about escaped slaves and biographies of notable figures.
Ben Franklin was the scientist who, with the help of a kite, discovered that lightning is electricity. He was also a statesman, an inventor, a printer, and an author-a man of such amazingly varied talents that some people claimed he had magical powers! Full of all the details kids will want to know, the true story of Benjamin Franklin is by turns sad and funny, but always honest and awe-inspiring.