Colonial Voices
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Picture Book · Ages 9–12 · 2008 · Est. 32 min read-aloud

Colonial Voices

Written by Kay Winters · Illustrated by Larry Day

Book #4 in the Voices series

A young errand boy races through Boston, spreading word of rebellion against British rule.

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40 pages· 4,051 words· Est. 32 min read-aloud· 640L
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Ethan, a printer's errand boy, dashes through Boston on December 16, 1773, carrying a crucial message about a Patriots meeting. As he navigates the bustling city, he encounters bakers, teachers, and tavern keepers, each with their own views on British rule. With tensions high over King George's tea tax, Boston teeters on the brink of rebellion. Will Ethan's message ignite the spark of revolution? Discover the diverse voices and occupations of colonial Boston in this vivid journey through a pivotal moment in history.

From the publisher

Follow an errand boy through colonial Boston as he spreads word of rebellion. It’s December 16, 1773, and Boston is about to explode! King George has decided to tax the colonists? tea. The Patriots have had enough. Ethan, the printer’s errand boy, is running through town to deliver a message about an important meeting. As he stops along his route? at the bakery, the schoolhouse, the tavern, and more?readers learn about the occupations of colonial workers and their differing opinions about living under Britain’s rule. This fascinating book is like a field trip to a living history village.

At a glance
Format
Pages
40
Words
4,051
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Picture
Lexile
640L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
5
F&P level
~P
AR points
1
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
123307
Publication
Published
June 1, 2008
First published
May 15, 2008
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780525478720

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