Molly Pitcher
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1960 · Est. 3 hour read

Molly Pitcher

Written by Augusta Stevenson

Part of the Childhood of Famous Americans series

A young girl becomes a Revolutionary War heroine by firing a cannon in battle.

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192 pages· 22,568 words· Est. 3 hour read· 480L
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In the midst of the Revolutionary War, a young Pennsylvania German girl defies expectations and becomes a heroine. As the Battle of Monmouth rages, she bravely carries water to soldiers and even takes up a cannon herself. What drives her courage, and how will her actions change the course of history? Discover the inspiring journey of a young patriot who defies the odds and leaves a lasting legacy.

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One of the most popular series ever published for young Americans, these classics of childhood have been praised alike by parents, teachers, and librarians. These lively, inspiring, believable biographies sweep today’s young readers right into history.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
192
Words
22,568
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
480L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.4
F&P level
~M
AR points
3
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
816
Publication
Published
June 1, 2016
First published
January 1, 1960
Publisher
Aladdin
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780020420408
LCCN
86010744
OCLC
51280696

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