When Washington Crossed the Delaware
When Washington Crossed the Delaware
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When Washington Crossed the Delaware

Written by Lynne Cheney and Peter Fiore
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5 - 9
Reading age
32
Page count
74
Words per page
AD860L
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Oct 1, 2004
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“This is the story that I tell my grandchildren at Christmas. I hope that this book will bring the tradition of sharing history to families all across America.” – Lynne Cheney Christmas night, 1776, was a troubled time for our young country. In the six months since the Declaration of Independence had been signed, General George Washington and his troops had suffered defeat after defeat at the hands of the British. It looked as though our struggle for independence might be doomed, when Washington made a bold decision. He would lead the main body of his army across the Delaware River and launch a surprise attack on enemy forces. Washington and his men were going against the odds. It seemed impossible that the ragtag Americans could succeed against the mightiest power in the world. But the men who started across the icy Delaware loved their country and their leader. Under his command they would turn the tide of battle and change the course of history. Best-selling author Lynne Cheney tells the dramatic story of the military campaign that began on Christmas night in 1776. When Washington Crossed the Delaware will teach the young about the heroism, persistence, and patriotism of those who came before them.

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AmericaculturehistoryGeorge WashingtonColonial and Revolutionary periods18th centurymilitary and warsNortheast United States

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780689870439
    Publication Date
    October 1, 2004
    Publisher
    Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
    Original Publication Date
    October 12, 2004
    Page Count
    32
    Words Per Page
    74
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    5 - 9 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2003027648
    WorldCat Number (OCLC)
    54408097
    Lexile® Level
    AD860L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~T
    ATOS® Book Level
    5.8
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    0.5
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    82302
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    LG

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