Text Set

Multigenre Text Set:
The American Revolution

By: Karly Johnson
6
th
Grade Social Studies

Multigenre Text Set
A multigenre text set is a collection of books that focuses on one main theme or topic
over a variety of genres such as nonfiction, biography, fiction, and poetry, etc. The purpose of a
text set is to have a wide variety of books that can spark the interest of many different types of
students, but over the same topic. It is a great way to organize multiple books in the same
category and be able to look through and find the exact book or genre that covers whatever
specific aspect that is being taught.
Different books can often cover different aspects of the specific topic which can help to
keep several different students involved and interested, since not all students think the same on
certain topics. Some students may prefer certain genres over others, and some may be more
interested in specific aspects of the theme or topic being covered. Through a multigenre text set
all students and their interests are more likely to be met rather than just assigning one book for
everyone to read over a specific topic.
For my multigenre text set I chose the American Revolution. As far as the state level of
curriculum, the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills shows this topic as being covered in the
sixth grade. (#113.18, Section:A). According to the National Center for History in Schools, the
American Revolution, the causes, the revolutionary movement, the impact on politics, society,
and economy, as well as the government involved during the American Revolution is to be
taught in the United States Era 3 and Standards 1-3 are all covering the American Revolution.
My multigenre text set consists of contemporary nonfiction, biography, as well as
historical fiction. I feel that with the variety of genres it is more likely that each student will find
a book in which they are interested in, whether it be over the American Revolution as a whole,
the Revolutionary War, a specific person that was involved during the American Revolution, or
any aspect of the time period at all.

Title: Independent Dames
Author: Laurie Halse Anderson
Illustrator: Matt Faulkner
Reading Level: Intermediate
Genre: Historical Fiction
Summary: This particular book sheds light on a different aspect than what is usually focused on
when it comes to the American Revolution. It focuses on the women of the revolution, their
struggles and sacrifices as well as the significant and often over looked roles they played
throughout the entire Revolutionary war.
Justification: This book is extremely interesting and full of a ton of information about the
women during the revolution which is often over looked. This book takes the American
Revolution a step further and talks about other aspects that I feel students need to learn but will
also be most interested in. The information in the book is extremely interesting and teaches a
valuable lesson about life for the women back then and just how greatly they impacted the war,
although they received little to no recognition.
Product #1:
Content Area: Writing
For the book, Independent Dames I created a journal, and the students would each create one of
their own. In their journal they will write down what exactly this book taught them and what
information they learned about the women during the revolution as well as what their roles were
during that time. They will also pick a favorite dame out of the book and explain why she is
their favorite.
Journal Instructions:
1. Using a piece of colored construction paper and three pieces of regular paper, fold all
pieces of paper hamburger style so that the regular paper is inside the colored.
2. Staple the folded edge of the papers together, creating a book.
3. Write journal entries inside the journal.

Title: The War for Independence: The Story of the American Revolution
Author: Albert Marrin
Genre: Historical Nonfiction
Summary: This book covers the entire American Revolution starting in 1755 through 1780.
Justification: This book is extremely factual and full of information about what led to the war,
what happened during the war, as well was how the war affected society and the colonies after
the war. The book takes the entire American Revolution from start to finish and explains each of
the important aspects. This book will teach students the reason for the war and how the war
benefitted us as a nation.
Product #2:
Content Area: Social Studies
For this book the students will create a time line highlighting all of the major events that took
place during the time frame that the book discusses. It will begin in 1755 and end in 1783.
Instructions:
1. Cut a poster board to where it is 30 by 4
2. Label the important dates starting at 1755 and ending at 1783 and alternate sides of the
board for each year.
3. There should be 12 total years and 12 events (1 per year discussed)
4. Alternate colors used while labeling to keep a more organized look.

Title: Voices From the Past: Revolutionary War
Author: Kathlyn and Martin Gay
Summary: This book is about the Revolutionary war and the battles that took place. There are
several maps showing where and the dates of each battle fought.
Justification: This book teaches students about the battles of the Revolutionary War and where
they took place. It contains maps that show exactly where certain battles were and when they
took place. It teaches students about the significant people that fought during these battles, as
well as those who led the armies. It also informs students about the reasoning behind each battle
and the war, and who was involved in each one.
Product #3:
Content Area: Math
For this book the students will look at the map of the thirteen colonies at the beginning of the
book. They will pick eight different dates (8 different battles) and map out the distant traveled
between each battle ground. Each date comes with a location as to where the battle was fought.
This will show students just how far soldiers traveled, and where the battles all took place.
Instructions:
1. Choose a date/battle
2. Choose a second date/battle
3. On Google maps type in the distance from location 1 to location 2
4. Once the distance in miles appears, write the mileage down.

Title: George Washingtons Teeth
Author: Deborah Chandra and Madeleine Comora
Illustrator: Brock Cole
Genre: Biography
Summary: This book focuses on George Washington and the struggles he had with his teeth.
Throughout the war and the different battles he lost several teeth, and this book counts each tooth
and how it was lost.
Justification: This book teaches students about the Colonel that led the Americans during the
Revolutionary War and how the war affected him personally and physically. It is important and
interesting for students to learn more in depth about the leaders of our country as well as the
American Revolution. This book also solves the mystery and myth that so many people are told
about Washington and his wooden teeth.
Product #4:
Content Area: Science
For this book the students will do research as to why exactly George Washingtons teeth kept
falling out. They will research dental hygiene during that era and find out what exactly could
have contributed to his struggles with dentistry.
Instructions:
1. Research appropriate websites for information on dental hygiene in the 1700s for
students.
2. This information will provide students with information about the toothpaste and
mouthwash as well as medication that was taken back then that may have contributed to
teeth loss.
3. On a poster board title it and list at least three of the main causes of poor dental health
during that time period.

Title: Will You Sign Here John Hancock?
Author: Jean Fritz
Illustrator: Trina Schart Hyman
Genre: Biography
Summary: This book is a biography of John Hancock. It touches on his role during the
Revolution as well as the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Justification: The Declaration of Independence is an extremely important part of the American
Revolution. This book teaches students about who composed and worked on the document as
well as who signed it and when it was signed/created. It teaches students about the President
during end of the Revolution as well as the beginning of a new and free country.
Product #5:
Content Area: Fine Arts:
For this book the students will create their very own Declaration of Independence and list
important facts that they learned about this document.
Instructions:
1. On a poster board write the words, In Congress July 4, 1776 A Declaration by the
Representatives of the United States of America:
2. Under this, list the several different facts that were learned about the signing and
construction of the document
3. Allow the students to decorate their document however they like.
4. Once the list is complete, students can share and discuss the different aspects they
covered.

Title: Magic Tree House: American Revolution
Author: Mary Pope Osborne and Natalie Pope Boyce
Illustrator: Mary Pope Osborne and Natalie Pope Boyce
Summary: This book is about two kids who traveled back in time to the Revolutionary War. When they
get back they are full of questions about everything from the colonial times to the Stamp Act, to the
Boston Tea Party and the Minutemen. This book serves as a guide to help answer each of their questions.
Justification: This is an excellent book for students because it is about other students who are learning
about the American Revolution, and children love books about other children. Many students may have
questions about the revolution itself, and this book serves as a guide to help answer those questions.
Specific questions are asked by students in this book, and there is an explanation for each one. This will
help make the topic more clear and understandable for students.

Title: Landmark Books: The American Revolution
Author: Bruce Bilven, Jr.
Illustrator: Bruce Bilven, Jr.
Summary: In the American Colonies, people were fed up with British Laws in the 1770s.
Farmers and Tradesmen formed a secret militia. The British Army was much stronger and better
equipped, but George Washingtons army fought hard against all the odds to give us the freedom
we cherish today.
Justification: This book will teach students about the secret militia that was formed by the
tradesmen and farmers in the early American Colonies after the British began implementing
unreasonable laws. It will teach them about Washington leading his army to victory, as well as
about the army itself and how small and underdeveloped they were compared to British soldiers

Title: True to the Old Flag: A Tale of the American War of Independence
Author: G.A. Henty
Illustrator: G.A. Henty
Summary: This chapter book tells the story of the Revolutionary War with a different twist. It
not only shows the American side as most books we tend to study, but it also shows the Britain
side. This author is known for speaking on behalf of the British therefore their side is also
included. The book also explains why Canada almost became a part of the United States, as well
as introduces the reader to several different leaders from both sides of the Revolutionary War.
Justification: This book will help to teach students not only about the American side of the war,
but also the British side. It gives them another opinion and view point of the war on
independence as well as getting the full story.

Title: The American Revolution: Chronicle of Americas Wars
Author: Lisa Fredrickson Bohannon
Illustrator: Lisa Fredrickson Bohannon
Summary: On an April morning in 1775, theres a big spark in the town of Lexington that lights
the flame to the American War. This story is also told from both sides and about the journey and
deadly battle that would ultimately gain America its freedom from Great Britain.
Justification: This book will not only teach students about the American side of the war, but it
will also teach them about the British side of the war. It will teach about the beginning of the war
and what initiated the entire American Revolution. It will also inform readers about the deadly
battles that occurred throughout the war.

Title: George Washington
Author: Ingri & Edgar Parin Daulaire
Illustrator: Ingri & Edgar Parin Daulaire
Genre: Biography
Summary: This book is a biography about George Washingtons entire life. It starts out with
him as a young child and informs readers about his lifestyle and the journey to becoming the
nations leader.
Justification: This book will teach students about how Washington came to be the countrys
leader and why he was chosen. It will show readers what the war was like through his eyes and
what impact he as a person had on the founding of our country. Students will learn what exactly
he had to do and how he led his soldiers and this country to freedom.

Title: The Revolutionary War
Author: Bart McDowell
Illustrator: National Geographic
Genre: Historical Nonfiction
Summary: This book is about the entire Revolutionary War. It discusses the battles, soldiers,
armies, locations, as well as the resolution.
Justification: This book is extremely informative about the Revolutionary War and will teach
students about the leaders of the war, the battles that were fought, the planning that went into the
war and the battles, the reason behind the war, the significant people who fought and led the
armies, the armies in general, as well as how the war ended and how it was resolved. The treaty
is discussed at the end and students will learn about what went into that as well as the terms.
There are several maps and newspaper clippings throughout the book to give a good visual as
well as show students exactly where certain battles and events happened.

Title: Electric Ben
Author: Robert Byrd
Illustrator: Robert Byrd
Genre: Biography
Summary: This book is about the amazing life and times of Benjamin Franklin. It discusses
his major roles in U.S. history as well as his roles in the American Revolution.
Justification: This book will teach students about another significant person in the history of the
Revolution, Ben Franklin. They will learn about his efforts to bring peace to the America and
Great Britain as well as his efforts to speak with Canada about joining the colonies. The book
will also teach students about the Declaration of Independence and how Ben Franklin had a role
in creating such an important document.

Title: Lafayette and the American Revolution
Author: Russel Freedman
Illustrator: Russel Freedman
Genre: Biography
Summary: This book is about Marquis de Lafayette and his role in the American Revolution as
well as his lifelong friendship he started with Washington, and how he helped him lead this
country to victory in Yorktown.
Justification: Students will learn about another significant person in the American Revolution
which was Lafayette. They will learn about how he went against his own family and country to
help Americans and Washington during the Revolutionary War. This book will also teach
students about how Lafayette gained respect from his native country as well as how he
convinced France to send soldiers to help Washington and his soldiers come to victory in
Yorktown.

Title: Partner in Revolution: Abigail Adams
Author: Clare Hodgson Meeker
Illustrator: Clare H. Meeker
Genre: Biography
Summary: This book is about Abigail Adams and her roles as the first lady as well as how she
influenced and went through life during the American Revolution.
Justification: This book will teach students about Abigail Adams and her life as the first lady
during the Revolution. They will learn about how she acted as a spy during the time in which
they were invaded by the British. The book also discusses the white house as it was back then as
well as the way that everything else was when the Revolution was finally resolved. The students
and readers of this book will get a different view point of the entire American Revolution
through the eyes of someone who lived it and watched everything unfold and come together.

Title: By the Sword
Author: Selene Castrovilla
Illustrator: Bill Farnsworth
Genre: Biography
Summary: This is the biography of a young teacher, Benjamin Tallmadge during the American
Revolution. He gives up his career and dreams of being a teacher to enlist in George
Washingtons army.
Justification: The students will learn about the Revolutionary War through the eyes of a soldier.
They will follow Benjamin Tallmadge and his horse Highlander into the war and learn about
what it was like to be a solider in Washingtons Army. They will learn about the sounds, smell,
and what he saw while in battle. Students will be able to relive the entire war as Benjamin did.
They will see how far and where exactly this soldier and his horse had to travel to while learning
about everything it took to be a soldier back then and fight for Americas independence.

Title: Why Not, Lafayette
Author: Jean Fritz
Illustrator: Ronald Himler
Genre: Biography
Summary: This book is about Lafayettes journey to becoming an American Soldier and the
ways that he benefitted the American Revolution.
Justification: Students will learn about Lafayette and his journey to becoming an American
Solider. They will learn about how he went in secret, because of the fact that his decision to
come to America was against his father in law and the king of France. The book teaches about
Lafayettes view on freedom and how important it was to him.

Title: Traitor: The Case of Benedict Arnold
Author: Jean Fritz
Genre: Biography
Summary: This book is about Benedict Arnold and great desire to be a hero as well as his
reckless behavior and where that behavior led him.
Justification: This book informs students about someone who played a significant role in our
countrys history, but from a perspective of a man who turned against our country. They will
learn that it took the heroes that we learn about as well as those who betrayed us in order to
become victorious in the end. They will learn about how Arnolds betrayal lead to treason as
well as who and why he did the things he did. They will learn about what drove him as a soldier
and his reckless behavior that often led him to take several situations too far.

Title: War Comes to Willy Freeman
Author: James Lincoln Collier & Christopher Collier
Summary: This book is about a young girl who loses her father in the war to the red coats and
whose mother is taken hostage by the British. Her journey to find them begins with this book.
Justification: This book will give students a background of the war from a completely different
point of view. The little girl in the story will show students what it was like to lose their loved
ones or have them taken away because of the war. It will also teach students about how her
bench mark role in this book will lead to the freedom of hundreds of slaves.

Title: The Fighting Ground
Author: Avi
Summary: This is about a young boy working for his father on the farm. He feels that since he
knows how to shoot a gun he should be able to fight in the war. When a siren rings throughout
the town, his life is changed forever.
Justification: This book will teach students about what life was like to be their age during the
time of the Revolutionary War. It will interest them because it is told through the eyes of a young
boy and they are more likely to be intrigued by his story and journey of becoming a soldier in the
American Revolution. Students watch his entire story unfold and learn the importance of fighting
for what they believe in and what it takes to find themselves all while learning the history of the
Revolutionary War.

Title: Let it Begin Here: Lexington & Concord: First Battles of the American Revolution
Author: Dennis Brindell Fradin
Illustrator: Larry Day
Summary: This book is about what led up to the Revolutionary War and what events sparked
that led to the start of the American Revolution.
Justification: This book will teach students about the reasoning and what caused the American
Revolution. They will learn what events and battles lead to the break out of the entire
Revolutionary War. The book gives readers a step by step timeline of events that lead to the
break of war. They will learn about the British Army that was sent to arrest rebel leaders in
Concord where the war broke out. This book will inform them about the beginning of the
American Revolution.

TeacherTube
Title: The American Revolution-A Song About It
Author: MrPeckham
URL: http://www.teachertube.com/viewVideo.php?video_id=318205
Summary: The website TeacherTube offers several fun and interesting videos on a variety of
topics. This particular video was about the American Revolution, and it was made into a music
video.
Justification: This website and particular video teaches students all about the American
Revolution, but in a fun and interesting way. All of the facts presented are about the different
acts that went into the revolution as well as significant people and why we fought for
independence. The website is reliable and is set up to be used in the classroom. TeacherTube
offers thousands of videos on a wide range of topics that are appropriate and reliable to use in the
classroom.

Title: The American Revolution
URL: http://www.theamericanrevolution.org/
Summary: This website offers tons of information about the American Revolution. It discusses
the important people who partook in the entire revolution as well as major quotes from them.
There are tabs on timelines, battles, documents, and important events.
Justification: I know this is a good site because all of the information is credible and cited. The
content is appropriate for kids and very easy to understand. It is presented in a way that makes
learning fun and enjoyable. The pictures and videos add great detail to the matter being
discussed.

Title: Liberty! The American Revolution
Author: PBS Kids
URL: http://www.pbs.org/ktca/liberty/
Summary: This site offers the chronicles of the revolution, different perspectives on liberty, as
well as games on the Revolution.
Justification: This site is an excellent source for kids to learn because it brings the information
about the American Revolution down to a level to where it is easily understood and fun to learn
about. The games on the site help to keep students entertained while they learn. The information
being taught on the site is reliable and factual. This is a great kids site and teaching tool.

Title: The American Revolution
Author: Kids Konnect
URL: http://www.kidskonnect.com/subjectindex/16-educational/history/251-american-
revolution.html
Summary: This site offers fun facts on the entire revolution. There are links for other websites
also listed that focus only on the American Revolution and they are each sites for students. This
is a good site to refer to not only for this subject area but for all others as well.
Justification: I know this is a good site because it is programmed for students. It is full of
information and facts on the American Revolution as well as the Revolutionary War and the
people that partook in the war. Each of the other links listed on this site break down the
American Revolution to smaller categories and focuses on certain aspects of the revolution such
as the Boston Tea Party and the Declaration of Independence.

Title: Declaration of Independence-American History for Kids
Author: American History for Kids
URL:
http://www.historyforkids.org/learn/northamerica/after1500/government/declaration.htm
Summary: This site offers all of the information about the Declaration of Independence and
what went into the document as well as who took part in the documents creation. There are
several tabs on the site referring to the thirteen colonies, the U.S. Constitution, and The
Revolutionary War.
Justification: The information on this site is credible and factual. It is easy to understand and
safe for kids to use. Since the site was created for students, the information is appropriate and
interesting for a younger audience. This site breaks down the entire revolution into different
categories that are easy to understand.

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