Books like We are patriots by Kristiana Gregory
In this diary‑style account, a young woman named Hope records her experiences living in Philadelphia during the American Revolution. She details the city’s struggle against British Redcoats in 1777 and offers a child’s perspective on the patriot cause, supported by historical annotations that provide context for her observations. The book invites young readers to learn about the period through the eyes of a teenager who becomes involved in the fight for independence.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Kristiana Gregory
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