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History of Liberty
The Revolutionary War

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Concepts for Kids

Literature Connection

1. The Revolutionary War was fought by thirteen North American colonies so they could form their own country.
 
2.  It started in 1775 and lasted for eight years. Tens of thousands of people died as a result of the war.
 
3.  George Washington was the American general in charge of fighting the war.
 
4.  The Revolutionary War showed that people are willing to risk their lives so they can be free.

Online Resources

Schoolhouse Rock video
 
Videos from Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Revolution Museum

Interactives and Games for Kids 

Kids Encyclopedia Facts and Photos
 
Read About the American Revolution
 
Read About the Sons of Liberty

Related Topics

George Washington
Declaration of Independence
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In 1776
             by Jean Marzollo
Skip the forward and go straight to the  text of the story.
 
​Kids Discover: Revolutionary Women
KIds Discover is a monthly publication where each issues addresses one topic.
Using text comprehensible to 10 year olds and up, photographs, artwork,  detailed captions, and puzzles, this issue explores the roles women played in the Revolutionary War.

The American Revolution Explained for Kids 
            by Keith Goodman
This book contains short explanations of the events that led to the Revolutionary War, descriptions of the significant battles, lists of major figures in the war, and other information about it, including a glossary. It informs but is not a captivating narrative.

Family Activity

Explore Valley Forge on line

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  • Home
  • Principles
    • What is Liberty?
    • Why Libertry is Important
    • Cooperation and Coercion
    • Free Trade
  • History
    • Declaration of Independence
    • Revolutionary War
    • The Bill of Rights
    • Slavery, Abolition, and the Underground Railroad
    • Immigration
  • Champions
    • Frederick Douglass
    • Thomas Jefferson
    • Paul Revere
    • Jackie Robinson
    • Harriet Tubman
    • George Washington
    • Malala Yousafzai
  • Economic Liberty
    • Poverty and Prosperity
    • Work and Specialization
    • Free Markets
    • Benefits of Trade
    • Entrepreneurship
    • When Trade is Limited
  • Appreciate Liberty
    • Markets All Around
    • All KInds of Work
    • Life Without Liberty
  • Contact
  • About Me