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Feb 14, 2023 · Top 10 Historical Fiction Books for Kids. The Magic Tree House by Mary Pope Osborne (series, ages 6 – 9) I Survived by Lauren Tarshis (series, ages 6 – 9) The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley (ages 9 – 12) Refugee by Alan Gratz (ages 9 – 12) Words on Fire by Jennifer A. Nielsen (ages 9 – 12)
Teaching kids about history through historical fiction is a great way to get them excited, and help them draw connections to their present. These 50 must-read historical fiction books for kids show a wide spectrum of time periods and experiences, and will hopefully make history come alive!
Oct 28, 2022 · Discover engaging historical fiction short stories and texts and inspire your student's curiosity in history through CommonLit’s free online reading program.
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Have you discoveredhistorical fiction for kids? They are actually my favorite books! Not only will you get engrossed in an amazing story, but you will end up learning a lot too! Historical Fiction makes learning about history exciting for kids because they will relive the time period through a fun and exciting story. Although the characters are fic...
Whether you are a teacher, homeschooler, or a parent looking for some fun, educational books over break – I challenge you to read something worthwhile! The following list contains over 100 of the best historical fiction: 1. 4th-6th graders to read themselves 2. Read Aloud to Kindergarten-3rd grade 3. Arranged chronologically– no matter what you are...
If you are looking for a historical fiction series, I suggest the I Survived Series (written as if first hand from a child observer) and the An Interactive History Adventure where you choose your own ending books. Not only do kids love that they get to pick elements to how the story turns out, but these books are routed in history. You will be amaz...
Ancient Egypt: An Interactive History Adventureby Heather Adamson (3100-32 BC) is a choose your own path story that gives kids different perspectives of life in Ancient Egypt. Ancient China: An Interactive History Adventureby Terry Collins introduces kids to life in Ancient China, and gives them a chance to choose the direction of the story. Buildi...
I Survived the Destruction of Pompeiiby Lauren Tarshis (79) takes readers through the eruption of Vesuvius and the destruction of Pompeii through the eyes of a young boy named Marcus. The Door in the Wallby Marguerite De Angeli (500-1500) is set in medieval times and tells the story of a young boy named Robin, who loses the use of his legs and goes...
Exploring the New World: An Interactive History Adventureby Melody Herr (1492-1682) puts readers in the shoes of explorers during the 16th and 17th centuries through different story paths they can choose. Blood on the River: James Town, 1607by Elisa Carbone (1607) follows a 12 year old boy named Samuel Collier as he ventures to the New World on Joh...
The Boston Massacre: An Interactive History Adventureby Elizabeth Raum (1770) asks readers to decide what they would have done during the Boston Massacre, putting them in the shoes of an apprentice, a soldier, or a maid. Hang a Thousand Trees with Ribbonsby Ann Rinaldi (1770) tells the story of Phillis Wheatley, a young girl sold into slavery who b...
Chainsby Laurie Halse Anderson (1775-1783) shares the story of a young slave girl named Isabel who wants freedom, and has to decide if spying on her owners, who know the British plans, is worth achieving her goal. Westward Expansion: An Interactive History Adventureby Allison Lassieur (1807-1912) puts readers on the path out West during the Westwar...
Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boyby Gary D. Schmidt (early 1900s) shares the true story of an island community’s destruction, and the friendship between a young minister’s son and a girl from the poor island community founded by slaves. Ellis Island: An Interactive History Adventureby Michael Burgan (1900s) puts the reader in the shoes of immig...
The Korean War: An Interactive Modern History Adventureby Michael Burgan (1950-1953) explores life during the Korean War for a pilot, a young kid looking to enlist in the US military, and a young man in South Korea. The Race to the Moon: An Interactive History Adventureby Allison Lassieur (1950-1960) puts readers in the middle of the space race wit...
- When the Shadbush Blooms by Carla Messinger and Susan Katz. A Lenape girl imagines what her ancestors would have done in the places she visits across the seasons to fish, collect berries, enjoy family time, and more.
- Encounter by Brittany Luby. This story tells of an imagined friendly “encounter” between a European explorer and an indigenous fisher. Journal entries from explorer Jacques Cartier’s expedition to what is now the coast of Quebec inspired the author to write this tale.
- The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The Story of Dr. Temple Grandin by Julia Finley Mosca. ADVERTISEMENT. Share this rhyming book to introduce kids to Dr. Temple Grandin, successful scientist, educator, and advocate representing the experiences of those on the autism spectrum.
- If You’re a Kid Like Gavin: The True Story of a Young Trans Activist by Gavin Grimm and Kyle Lukoff. Students need to know how history constantly happens in real time—and can be impacted by kids like them.
Apr 5, 2023 · By Kari Riedel. Apr 5, 2023. Historical fiction is one of my favorite genres to share with voracious as well as reluctant readers of all ages. Filled with suspense, action, and engaging characters, historical fiction books for kids transport you to another time and place and provide deep insights into the perspectives and experiences of others.
May 21, 2021 · Historical fiction recommendations for children: the best history books for kids. What are some of the best historical fiction books for children? The team behind BBC History Magazine, BBC History Revealed and HistoryExtra reveal some of their top picks... Published: May 21, 2021 at 11:13 PM.
