I think "So You Want to Be President?" might fit into that category, though not all revolutionary period. Its a humorous look at presidential candidates from George, and Lincoln through Nixon and Reagan with funny little stories. I'm not a big fan of the illos. but it is a Caldecott winner.
Don | Homepage | 01.02.06 - 11:06 am | #

Being from NJ I recommend This Time, Tempe Wick, based on a true story about a girl trying to save her horse from being stolen by soldiers. Since its a true story, its easy to find websites with photos of the "real" house that may add to the impact of the book. One of the good things about being in NJ is a lot happened here so we were always able to visit the battlefields, Geo. Washington crossing, etc., to help things become "alive."
Liz B | Homepage | 01.02.06 - 12:45 pm | #

Thanks for the tips, Don and Liz. I think "So You Want to..." would go over well with S -- we've read it before, but it was a while back. And mere moments ago I put "Tempe Wick" on request at the local library -- I'm looking forward to taking a look.
Chris Barton | Homepage | 01.04.06 - 9:49 pm | #

There is a very cute early reader about George Washington finding General Howe's dog--and returning it to him. And it's a true, documented story. Look it up!
Ana | Homepage | 03.06.07 - 9:12 pm | #