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Sleds on Boston Common: A Story from the American Revolution
Contributor(s): Borden, Louise (Author), Parker, Robert Andrew (Illustrator)
ISBN: 0689828128     ISBN-13: 9780689828126
Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books
OUR PRICE:   $17.99  
Product Type: Hardcover
Published: September 2000
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Annotation: 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.
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Fiction | Historical - United States - Colonial & Revolutionary Periods
- Juvenile Fiction | Sports & Recreation - Winter Sports
Dewey: FIC
LCCN: 99018080
Lexile Measure: 780
Physical Information: 0.42" H x 7.86" W x 9.25" (0.73 lbs) 40 pages
Themes:
- Chronological Period - 18th Century
- Geographic Orientation - Massachusetts
Accelerated Reader Info
Quiz #: 43550
Reading Level: 5.2   Interest Level: Middle Grades   Point Value: 0.5
 
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Publisher Description:
Times were hard for the people of colonial Boston in the winter of 1774. Not only had King George III of England closed the Boston harbor to punish all those who spoke against his harsh laws, he had sent thousands of soldiers, led by their commander-in-chief General Thomas Gage, to reinforce his edicts. Large numbers of British soldiers were encamped on the Boston Common, preventing the people of Boston from using their own public space. But at least the king had not closed the schools -- young Henry Price and his two brothers still had classes every day.
It had snowed hard for three nights, but Henry's ninth birthday was clear, perfect for sled riding. To his delight, despite the hard times, he was given a beautiful new sled made by his father. Excited by the thought of sledding on the Common, which had the best hills in Boston, Henry and his brothers took their sleds to school. Their sister, Kate, met them at lunchtime with corn bread, apple jam, and her own sled. Together, they hurried to the Common -- only to find that British troops had put their tents and cooking fires right in the middle of the sled runs. But Henry was determined to try his new sled. Could he find a way?
Based on the local lore of Boston, this tale of a courageous boy gives a rich picture of colonial life at a troubled time.

Contributor Bio(s): Borden, Louise: - 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.