When Washington Crossed the Delaware: A Wintertime Story for Young Patriots (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780689870439)

"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.

Author: Lynne Cheney
ISBN-10: 0689870434
ISBN-13: 9780689870439
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2004
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.09lbs
Size: 10.80h x 10.76w x 0.47d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.8
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 82302 / When Washington Crossed the Delaware: A Wintertime Story for Young Patriots

Award: Parents Choice Award (Fall) (1998-2007) - Winner

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 09/13/2004 pg. 77
Booklist 10/01/2004 pg. 330
School Library Journal 11/01/2004 pg. 122
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2005 pg. 171 - Superior,Well Above Average
Horn Book Magazine 01/01/2005 pg. 107