I Survived the Battle of Gettysburg, 1863 (I Survived #7) (7)
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8 year old loves these books
We have several of these “ I survived “ books, and my son loves to read them. He has read many that are available at our local library and remains interested in the series. I ordered a copy of this one because we are taking a trip to Gettysburg this summer and I thought it would be good way to teach him a little of the history before our trip. Good price for a little paperback. I read it myself last night. I enjoyed the story, but be prepared for a bit of violence. I guess it’s hard to avoid when you’re telling the story of the bloodiest battle of the Civil war.
You might just hook a reluctant reader!
I bought these with my 3rd grade and 1st grade daughters in mind. Yes, they've enjoyed them (perfect for grades 2-4 or so) but my kindergarten and preschool sons have totally loved them, as well. These are fictional accounts based upon true events, and my sons particularly enjoy these stories read aloud, over and over again. We will definitely purchase more of the collection.
Perfect Book for Kids! Review written by Mark Dingle Jr., 8th grade
I liked this book because it talks about the hard times during the Civil War. I like the entire series and enjoy how she talks about history in all of her books. The story starts off with two kids named Thomas and Birdie. They are on a plantation in the South and they decide to run away after hearing two men talking about buying Thomas. Thomas decides to run away with his sister to avoid being separated from her. As they are running away, they find two rebel soldiers holding captive a union solder. Thomas decides saves the union soldier by throwing a skunk that sprays the rebel soldiers in the eyes. The union Soldier then takes Thomas and Birdie back to his camp where his fellow soldiers are stationed. Thomas and Birdie start helping the union soldiers out with their needs. After two days have passed, the union soldiers marched to Gettysburg Pennsylvania for the big battle. Thomas and Birdie are told to stay at the camp with some of the union soldiers. Thomas asked the union soldier delivering supplies if he could come help deliver the amo to the union soldiers at battle. Once they arrive, their wagon is shot by a cannon and Thomas is forced to run out into the middle of the gunfire to escape. Thomas is hit by a stray bullet trying to run into the woods back to camp. After the battle is over some of the union soldiers find Thomas and carry him back to base. Thomas survives because of a tiny book that was given to him by the union soldier he saved. It was in his left shirt pocket when he was shot. This is a great way for kids to learn how helping others could benefit them in the future, while learning about some historical facts.
Another excellent read. . .
I bought this for my son during our home school sessions. I read ahead of time, and could not put it down! Lauren Tarshis's writing style makes history come alive for young readers, and it is entertaining for adults as well. There are bonuses in the book as well. My 9 year old loves these stories
Good book
Like how it gives over information about subjects in a fun way. I dislike history growing up but gaining so much knowledge reading these with my 8 year old
Great read!
My Sara graders have gotten into the I survived series and it is open their eyes to history places and what events were like a bit graphic but still an excellent read
Great series.
I bought my nine year old daughter the full series and she loves the books. She has read them all two to three times and shares them with her classmates as they take turns taking them home to read. She talks about the events all the time and how amazing it is that the people survived and has intrigued her interest more with the types of natural disasters that occur and incidents of mass casualty such as the sinking of the Titanic. Great books.
Perfect
My kid loves these books
Great Series
This is the newest book in the "I Survived" series and my students could not wait for me to order it. Just like the others, my fourth graders get lost in the story and experience history through the eyes of characters they can relate to in one way or another. I appreciate any book that can get a nine year old to curl up on a bean bag and get lost in its pages.
Loved
My grandson loved it had it read in 1 day
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