Sleds on Boston Common
A Story from the American Revolution
Published on 1. September 2000
Book
Hardback
40 pages
978-0-689-82812-6 (ISBN)
Description
In the winter of 1774, Henry Price wants to try out his new wooden sled made by his father for his ninth birthday. But there are thousands of British troops encamped on Boston Common. Can Henry find a way to try his sled? Full-color illustrations.
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Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Fourth Grade to Seventh Grade, Reading Age: From 9 to 12 years, Interest Age: From 9 to 12 years
Product notice
Picture book
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Illustrations
Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 236 mm
Width: 199 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
340 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-689-82812-6 (9780689828126)
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Persons
Louise Borden graduated from Denison University with a degree in history. She taught first graders and preschoolers and later was a part-owner of a bookstore in Cincinnati, Ohio. In addition to writing children’s books, she also speaks regularly to young students about the writing process. Her books include Good Luck, Mrs. K!, which won the Christopher Medal, and The A+ Custodian. She lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, and you can visit her at LouiseBorden.com.