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Pub. Date
2024.
Description
The Battles of Lexington and Concord are often referred to as the beginning of the American Revolution in April 1777. However, the towns were also the location of key events both before and after the war. This book provides a detailed look at these famous battles, including the mysterious first shot of the war, also called "the shot heard round the world." Primary sources, interesting sidebars offering more information, and a timeline of the entire...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Tells the story behind Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's famous poem about the midnight ride of Paul Revere. Each spread provides information about the context, wording, and lasting effects of the document paired with interesting sidebars, questions to consider, and historical images.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"For years, the relationship between Great Britain and the American colonists had been wearing thin. Colonists felt they were being treated unfairly. The British thought they were putting down a rebellion. On April 19, 1775, the two sides clashed at Lexington and Concord. The American Revolution was about to begin. Now readers can step back in time to learn about what led up to the battles, how the historic events unfolded, and the ways in which one...
Author
Pub. Date
[2005]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Presents a short history of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, and describes how the rebel leaders were warned of the approaching British and the standoff between seventy Lexington militiamen and two hundred fifty British regulars.
Author
Pub. Date
[2006]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Presents the story of patriot Paul Revere's ride to Lexington and Concord in graphic novel format. Revere warned the colonial militia that British troops were coming before the battles at Lexington and Concord. Includes a list of key facts, a glossary, and a bibliography.
Author
Pub. Date
[2018]
Description
"Every battle has two sides, and the Battles of Lexington and Concord during the American Revolution is no different. Experience the event from perspective of the Americans, and then read the perspective of the British. A deeper understanding of the battle from both sides will give readers a clearer view of this historic event." -- Publisher's website.