Patriots, Redcoats and Spies by Robert J Skead

Patriots, Redcoats and Spies by Robert J Skead

When their father is injured, twins John and Ambrose must deliver a crucial secret message to General George Washington, facing danger from both the war raging around them and a British soldier who is hot on their trail. Based on the real Culper Spy Ring, book one of the American Revolutionary War Adventures historical fiction series is a fun way for children to experience American history.

When their patriot father is shot by British soldiers while on a mission for the Continental Army, it falls to 14-year-old twins John and Ambrose to deliver the secret message their dad was carrying to General George Washington. As the boys set off from Connecticut to New Jersey to find General Washington, they discover the road to the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army is full of obstacles--including the redcoat who shot their father and who is determined to stop the message no matter what.

In addition to bringing to life America's war for independence, including information on the Culper Spy Ring that helped turn the war for the Colonies, Patriots, Redcoats, and Spies:

• Brings history to life: Based on real events, American Revolutionary War Adventures series immerses kids in America's fight for independence.
• Is educational and engaging: Includes historical facts, discussion questions, and a glossary, making it a fun and valuable resource for school or homeschool learning.
• Is perfect for young history enthusiasts: Designed for readers ages 8-12, blending thrilling fiction with real-life events and people from the Revolutionary War, and is great for back to school or summer reading challenges.
• Great for gifting: Make a great gift for Christmas, holidays, birthdays, or other gift-giving occasions

Skead, Robert J.: - Robert Skead is the author of several popular books for children. For the American Revolutionary War Adventure series, Robert partnered with his father to develop the stories. The father-son writing team are members of Sons of the American Revolution. Their ancestor, Lamberton Clark, one of the main characters in the stories, fought in the Revolutionary War as a member of the Connecticut Militia and the Continental Army. The tales in the American Revolutionary War Adventures series were crafted to inspire readers to do great things, nurture patriotism, and celebrate the courage and creativity of colonial patriots and General George Washington. Discover more at www.robertskead.com.

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ISBN 13	9780310162285
ISBN 10	0310162289
Title	Patriots, Redcoats and Spies
Author	Robert J Skead
Series	American Revolutionary War Adventures
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Zondervan
Year published	2024-01-02
Number of pages	192
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.