Revolutionary Heroes: True Stories of Courage from America's Fight for Independence (Biographies for Young Readers Ages 9-12. George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Betsy Ross, & More) - Softcover

Pat Williams; Denney, Jim

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0800743059 ISBN 13: 9780800743055

Publisher: Revell, 2023

Synopsis

Introduce Young Readers to Inspiring Figures from Early American History

We live in scary and unpredictable times, and times of crisis call for heroes. Despite our recent obsession with all things superhero, real heroes are just regular people who rise to the challenge when the going gets tough--like the people who won the American Revolutionary War.

Some famous, some obscure, but all models of courage under fire, these ordinary people followed their convictions, took tremendous risks, and faced dire consequences should they fail. Yet they stuck to their principles, winning the most unlikely of victories and not only shaping a new country but reshaping the world. Now Pat Williams brings their stories to vivid life for children ages 9-12.

These engaging stories of men, women, and even kids who showed courage despite overwhelming odds during America's fight for freedom will inspire young readers to face their fears, take calculated risks, and imagine a better future for themselves and their country.

About this title

About the Authors

Pat Williams retired as senior vice president of the NBA's Orlando Magic in 2019 to head up an effort to bring major league baseball to Orlando. He has more than 50 years of professional sports experience, and has written more than 100 books, including the popular Coach Wooden, Coach Wooden's Greatest Secret, and Character Carved in Stone. Find out more at www.patwilliams.com.

Jim Denney is the author of Walt's Disneyland, Answers to Satisfy the Soul, Writing in Overdrive, and the Timebenders series for young readers. He has written many books with Pat Williams, including Coach Wooden, The Difference You Make, and The Sweet Spot for Success. Learn more at www.writinginoverdrive.com.

From the Back Cover

What does it take to be a hero?

Whether in graphic novels or action movies, we all love superheroes. But real heroes are just regular people who rise to the challenge when the going gets tough. Like the heroes who won the American Revolutionary War.

Some became famous, some remained mostly unknown, but they are all models of courage under fire. These ordinary people followed their convictions, took tremendous risks, and faced death or prison if they failed. Yet they stuck to their principles, winning the most unlikely of victories. They not only shaped a new country but reshaped the world.

This book tells their stories. Stories of men, women, and young people who showed courage despite overwhelming odds during America's fight for freedom. These stories will inspire you to face your fears, stand up for what you believe in, and imagine a better future for yourself and your country.

Because the world needs real heroes--like you.

Edition details

• Publisher: Revell
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0800743059
• ISBN 13: 9780800743055
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 176