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Lydia the Patriot: The Boston Massacre

Susan Martins Miller

eBook (Barbour Books, June 1, 2013)

Time Period: 1770 Twelve-year-old Bostonian Lydia Lankford knows in her heart of hearts that the patriot cause is true and just-so why can't other members of her family see that, too? When the Boston Massacre occurs, this fictional colonist finds herself witnessing a spark that helps to ignite the American Revolution. Especially for girls ages eight to twelve, the fascinating story of Lydia Lankford shares the coming-of-age experiences of an impetuous girl on the verge of young womanhood, while teaching important lessons of Christian faith and American history. "Lydia the Patriot" makes a great recreational read, and is perfect for homeschooling.

Boston Massacre

Marylou Morano Kjelle

Library Binding (Core Library, Jan. 1, 2013)

Presents the history of the Boston Massacre, including the British efforts to tax the colonies that caused the uneasy situation in Boston, the events that led to the shooting, the reactions of the British and the colonists, and the trial.

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The Story of the Boston Massacre

Mary Kay Phelan, Allan Eitzen

Hardcover (Thomas Y. Crowell Company, March 15, 1976)

Describes the events preceding, during, and following the Boston Massacre, an incident with far reaching political consequences that eventually led to the Revolution.

Famous Trials - The Boston Massacre

Bonnie L. Lukes

Hardcover (Lucent Books, June 1, 1997)

Tensions between the citizens of Boston and the unwanted British redcoats in their midst had been mounting for weeks when, taunted by Bostonian mobs, British soldiers fired into the crowd, killing six outright and fatally wounding two. The trial of the soldiers was called "The Boston Massacre."

John Adams and the Boston Massacre

Gary Jeffrey

Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2011)

Why did one of the most prominent patriots of his time defend British soldiers for opening fire on a Boston mob? The answer to this probing question can be found in this thought-provoking book. Readers discover the facts behind the Boston Massacre, which ultimately left five colonists dead. The ensuing trial unfolds for readers with great tension, as Adams works to prove that patriots can be trusted to defend the human rights of all people. This story is presented in the style of a graphic novel, with engaging drawings to hold the interest of reluctant readers while teaching them about a very important time in American history.

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The Infamous Boston Massacre.

Smith, Robert,

Library Binding

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The Story of the Boston Massacre

Mary Kay Phelan

Hardcover (Harpercollins, Jan. 1, 1991)

Describes the events preceding, during, and following the Boston Massacre, an incident with far reaching political consequences that eventually led to the Revolution.