Books in Jamestown's American Portraits series

It is 1889, Tony Petrosino, a 14 year old from a poor village in Italy, has been in America for two years.Tony and his family live in a cramped tenement apartment in New York City's Little Italy. His papa has seasonal work laying new streets. His mamma sews garments and makes articicial flowers at home. Tony, his two brothers, and his sister do what they can do to help.br>Tony wants to do better. Struggling with neighborhood gangs and working as a part-time newsboy, he has learned English and graduated from the eighth grade. Now, he wants to continue his education, but his papa, stuck Old World ways, refuses.br> Tony must become a full-time newsboy to give more money to the family. Tony wants to rebel, but he is loyal to his family. His decision will begin the widening of his experience.br>Jamestown’s American Portraits explores the growth of different generations and cultures through the lives of young boys and girls. These titles are told from a diverse group of boys and girls, coming from different and unique backgrounds that represent America’s own diverse population, spanning from the Jamestown Settlement to the Civil Rights Movement.Titles in this series:• This Generation of Americans: A Story of the Civil Rights Movement, by Fredrick L. McKissack, Jr.• The Road to Freedom: A Story of the Reconstruction, by Jabari Asim• All For Texas: A Story of Texas Liberation, by G. Clifton Wisler• The Worst of Times: A Story of the Great Depression, by James Lincoln Collier• Wind on the River: A Story of the Civil War, by Laurie Lawlor• When I Dream of Heaven: Angelina’s Story, by Steven Kroll (1895 Italian Immigrant in NYC)• An Eye for an Eye: A Story of the Revolutionary War, by Peter and Connie Roop• Sweet America: An Immigrant’s Story, by Steven Kroll• The Corn Raid: A Story of the Jamesto

Private John Griffith Allen is a 15-year-old Confederate soldier from South Carolina. He survives the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863 only to be captured by Yankee soldiers and sent as a prisoner of war to the notorious death trap called Point Lookout.After taking the oath of allegiance, switching sides, and becoming a "Galvanized Yankee," Griff is sent to remote Fort Rice on the upper Missouri River in Dakota Territory. There, he sturggles to discover who he is while surviving the rigors of a hositle new environment and a terrifying Indian war. His encounter with two half-sisters living at Fort Rice challenges his pregudices and forces him to reconsider what it means to be a hero.br>Jamestown’s American Portraits explores the growth of different generations and cultures through the lives of young boys and girls. These titles are told from a diverse group of boys and girls, coming from different and unique backgrounds that represent America’s own diverse population, spanning from the Jamestown Settlement to the Civil Rights Movement.Titles in this series:• This Generation of Americans: A Story of the Civil Rights Movement, by Fredrick L. McKissack, Jr.• The Road to Freedom: A Story of the Reconstruction, by Jabari Asim• All For Texas: A Story of Texas Liberation, by G. Clifton Wisler• The Worst of Times: A Story of the Great Depression, by James Lincoln Collier• Wind on the River: A Story of the Civil War, by Laurie Lawlor• When I Dream of Heaven: Angelina’s Story, by Steven Kroll (1895 Italian Immigrant in NYC)• An Eye for an Eye: A Story of the Revolutionary War, by Peter and Connie Roop• Sweet America: An Immigrant’s Story, by Steven Kroll• The Corn Raid: A Story of the Jamestown Settlement, by James Lincoln Collier• Revenge of the Aztecs: A Story of 1920s Hollywood, by Susan Bet

It is 1775 in Viginia, and 14-year-old Samantha Byrd is an excellent hunter, providing food for her family's table. She knows she will never raise her musket against a person. But when the winds of the Revolutionary War place her fingers on the trigger to shoot an enemy, will she pull it to find revenge?Titles in this series:• This Generation of Americans: A Story of the Civil Rights Movement, by Fredrick L. McKissack, Jr.• The Road to Freedom: A Story of the Reconstruction, by Jabari Asim• All For Texas: A Story of Texas Liberation, by G. Clifton Wisler• The Worst of Times: A Story of the Great Depression, by James Lincoln Collier• Wind on the River: A Story of the Civil War, by Laurie Lawlor• When I Dream of Heaven: Angelina’s Story, by Steven Kroll (1895 Italian Immigrant in NYC)• An Eye for an Eye: A Story of the Revolutionary War, by Peter and Connie Roop• Sweet America: An Immigrant’s Story, by Steven Kroll• The Corn Raid: A Story of the Jamestown Settlement, by James Lincoln Collier• Revenge of the Aztecs: A Story of 1920s Hollywood, by Susan Beth Pfeffer• To Touch the Stars: A Story of World War II, by Karen Zeinert

Bring history to life with compelling stories, sweeping scope, and a welcoming sense of diversity Historical fiction helps students connect to their middle school social studies classes Reading skill instruction and cross-curricular connections improve comprehension of historical fiction Strong multicultural flavor reflects the rich tapestry of our shared American heritages Jamestown's American Portraits, a saga of American families and friends, traces the history of America from the founding of Jamestown to the Civil Rights Movement. This is a unique, enriching series designed to teach reading strategies appropriate for historical novels used in middle school reading, language arts, or social studies classes. Reading Level 5-8 Interest Level 6-8

It is 1865, and freedom is in thw air. Ten-year-old Exra Taplin is living on a North Carolina plantation when Union soldiers arrive to set the slaves free. Ezra and his father, Silas, must deal with their newfound livberty while finding a way to support themselves. After spending time in a Union work camp, they journey to Charleston, South Carolina, where freed slaves are organizing to establish better lives for themselves and their families. As Ezra matures, both he and his father discover the true meaning of freedom.Jamestown’s American Portraits explores the growth of different generations and cultures through the lives of young boys and girls. These titles are told from a diverse group of boys and girls, coming from different and unique backgrounds that represent America’s own diverse population, spanning from the Jamestown Settlement to the Civil Rights Movement.Titles in this series:• This Generation of Americans: A Story of the Civil Rights Movement, by Fredrick L. McKissack, Jr.• The Road to Freedom: A Story of the Reconstruction, by Jabari Asim• All For Texas: A Story of Texas Liberation, by G. Clifton Wisler• The Worst of Times: A Story of the Great Depression, by James Lincoln Collier• Wind on the River: A Story of the Civil War, by Laurie Lawlor• When I Dream of Heaven: Angelina’s Story, by Steven Kroll (1895 Italian Immigrant in NYC)• An Eye for an Eye: A Story of the Revolutionary War, by Peter and Connie Roop• Sweet America: An Immigrant’s Story, by Steven Kroll• The Corn Raid: A Story of the Jamestown Settlement, by James Lincoln Collier• Revenge of the Aztecs: A Story of 1920s Hollywood, by Susan Beth Pfeffer• To Touch the Stars: A Story of World War II, by Karen Zeinert

Thomas Jefferson Byrd is used to facing new challenges. Although only 13 years old, he has already left homes in South Carolina and Alabama. Now, he finds himself in the wilderness that is the Mexican territory of Texas.While his father serves as a volunteer in the Texas army, "Jeff" is left with the burden of helping his mother, brothers, and sister adapt to their new home at Columbia on the Brazos River. Having grown up in Charleston and Mobile, two busy seaports, the boy has a difficult time adapting to inland farm life.br>Fortunately, a young neighbor, Josh Sagler, befriends Jeff. Their fathers are both in the army, and they feel a strong urge to do something to help in the struggle for Texas independence. Their chance comes when Jeff and Josh join their fathers at Fort Defiance. In the months that follow, Jeff faces his greatest challenges yet, including struggling to decide the difference between his friends and his enemies.br>Jamestown’s American Portraits explores the growth of different generations and cultures through the lives of young boys and girls. These titles are told from a diverse group of boys and girls, coming from different and unique backgrounds that represent America’s own diverse population, spanning from the Jamestown Settlement to the Civil Rights Movement.Titles in this series:• This Generation of Americans: A Story of the Civil Rights Movement, by Fredrick L. McKissack, Jr.• The Road to Freedom: A Story of the Reconstruction, by Jabari Asim• All For Texas: A Story of Texas Liberation, by G. Clifton Wisler• The Worst of Times: A Story of the Great Depression, by James Lincoln Collier• Wind on the River: A Story of the Civil War, by Laurie Lawlor• When I Dream of Heaven: Angelina’s Story, by Steven Kroll (1895 Italian Immigrant in NYC)• An Eye for an Eye: A Story of the Revolutionary War

When the Depression strikes America, throwing milions out of work, 12-year-old Petey Williamson's family seems safe. Hadn't the boss promised Petey's father that he'd always have a job? But during the Depression, promises cannot always be kept, and Petey finds his family sliding rapidly into poverty. When Petey's much-admired cousin Steve starts working as a union organizer in the battle to improve conditions for workers, poverty turns into tragedy.Jamestown’s American Portraits explores the growth of different generations and cultures through the lives of young boys and girls. These titles are told from a diverse group of boys and girls, coming from different and unique backgrounds that represent America’s own diverse population, spanning from the Jamestown Settlement to the Civil Rights Movement.Titles in this series:• This Generation of Americans: A Story of the Civil Rights Movement, by Fredrick L. McKissack, Jr.• The Road to Freedom: A Story of the Reconstruction, by Jabari Asim• All For Texas: A Story of Texas Liberation, by G. Clifton Wisler• The Worst of Times: A Story of the Great Depression, by James Lincoln Collier• Wind on the River: A Story of the Civil War, by Laurie Lawlor• When I Dream of Heaven: Angelina’s Story, by Steven Kroll (1895 Italian Immigrant in NYC)• An Eye for an Eye: A Story of the Revolutionary War, by Peter and Connie Roop• Sweet America: An Immigrant’s Story, by Steven Kroll• The Corn Raid: A Story of the Jamestown Settlement, by James Lincoln Collier• Revenge of the Aztecs: A Story of 1920s Hollywood, by Susan Beth Pfeffer• To Touch the Stars: A Story of World War II, by Karen Zeinert

Life for indentured servents in pioneer Virginia is hard. It is doubly hard for 12-year-old Richard Ayre, a London orphan who had been scooped off the streets as a child and sent to Jamestown Colony. But a chance encounter with an Indian boy his own age gives him a friend, the first real friend he has had in years-until his master's plan to raid an Indian village for corn turns Richard's world upside down.br>Titles in this series:• This Generation of Americans: A Story of the Civil Rights Movement, by Fredrick L. McKissack, Jr.• The Road to Freedom: A Story of the Reconstruction, by Jabari Asim• All For Texas: A Story of Texas Liberation, by G. Clifton Wisler• The Worst of Times: A Story of the Great Depression, by James Lincoln Collier• Wind on the River: A Story of the Civil War, by Laurie Lawlor• When I Dream of Heaven: Angelina’s Story, by Steven Kroll (1895 Italian Immigrant in NYC)• An Eye for an Eye: A Story of the Revolutionary War, by Peter and Connie Roop• Sweet America: An Immigrant’s Story, by Steven Kroll• The Corn Raid: A Story of the Jamestown Settlement, by James Lincoln Collier• Revenge of the Aztecs: A Story of 1920s Hollywood, by Susan Beth Pfeffer• To Touch the Stars: A Story of World War II, by Karen Zeinert

Jamestown's American Portraits, an American saga of families and friends, traces the fascinating history of America through many generations and cultures and through the eyes of adolescent girls and boys. Jamestown's American Portraits is a unique, enriching reading program designed to teach reading skills and strategies while exploring exciting historical novels.

Jamestown's American Portraits, an American saga of families and friends, traces the fascinating history of America through many generations and cultures and through the eyes of adolescent girls and boys. Jamestown's American Portraits is a unique, enriching reading program designed to teach reading skills and strategies while exploring exciting historical novels.

Fourteen-year-old Samantha Byrd is an excellent shot-she's even better than her brother at providing food for her family. Although the winds of war are blowing in Virginia, she knows that she could only ever use her skill for hunting―not for hurting another person. When the Revolutionary War finally begins, her brother is captured, and Samantha sets off to rescue him. But when she comes face to face with the enemy, will she still stand by her principles, or will she pull the trigger?