Patriots in Petticoats: Heroines of the American Revolution (Landmark Books) (Library Binding)

by Shirley Raye Redmond (Author) "In 1773, America was not yet a country..." (more)
Key Phrases: other patriots, George Washington, General Washington, American Revolution (more...)

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal
Grade 3-7-Short biographical sketches present the stories of 24 women who fought in different ways for America's freedom during the Revolutionary War. The biographies of these "Daughters of Liberty" are arranged in eight sections, illustrating contributions ranging from literary support of the cause (e.g., Phillis Wheatley and Mary Katharine Goddard) to those who fought on the battlefield (e.g., Deborah Samson and Margaret Cochran Corbin). Black-and-white reproductions, commemorative statues, and period weapons illustrate the text. Boxed paragraphs providing interesting background information (descriptions of petticoats, liberty spinning bees, samplers, and the use of leeches) are interspersed throughout the book. The writing style is simple and the sentences are short, with vocabulary appropriate for the intended audience as well as for reluctant readers. Libraries looking for curriculum support may want to consider this title to complement Karen Zeinert's Those Remarkable Women of the American Revolution (Millbrook, 1996), Mary Furbee's Women of the American Revolution (Lucent, 1999), and Louise Slavicek's Women of the American Revolution (Lucent, 2002).-Jennifer Ralston, Harford County Public Library, Belcamp, MD
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From Booklist
Gr. 3-5. This volume in the Landmark Books series celebrates the contributions of women to the patriot cause during the American Revolution. Redmond spotlights 24 individuals who served through their writing, sewing, nursing, fighting, and spying. Along with familiar names such as Betsy Ross and Deborah Samson, Redmond introduces relatively unknown figures--among them, Mammy Kate, a slave who entered the British fort where her owner was held prisoner and smuggled him out hidden in her laundry basket. The many illustrations, not seen in final form, include reproductions of period paintings, prints, and drawings as well as photos of sites and artifacts. A colorful author's note, a source bibliography, and a brief time line are appended. Though each entry is only a few pages long, the book provides interesting sidelights on the period. Good supplemental material on the Revolution. Carolyn Phelan
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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Library Binding: 144 pages
• Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers (January 27, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0375923578
• ISBN-13: 978-0375923579
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #422,169 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Remarkable!, January 5, 2007

By	Me the Geonut (Mount Holly, New Jersey United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Patriots in Petticoats (Landmark Books) (Paperback)

Students of American History will find the researched tales here chock-full with true stories of how women made a difference in the struggle for independence. Great way to involve those who think the history of war is only about the 'boys, blood or battles'.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Dangerous Women, dangerous times, July 4, 2005

By	Gwynne C. Spencer (Monmouth, Oregon) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Patriots in Petticoats: Heroines of the American Revolution (Landmark Books) (Hardcover)

Forgotten in the dust of history are the women who fought, who financed and who fanned the flames of war and independence but were forgotten in the male-dominated history books. Reading level is about fourth grade, great graphics, text is engaging and stories are short. Although the text is somewhat "bloodless" this title is bound to get some readers excited about finding out more about these ladies.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Twenty-four heroic women are profiled, April 12, 2004

By	Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Patriots in Petticoats: Heroines of the American Revolution (Landmark Books) (Hardcover)

There were many brave women who fought in the American Revolution, and Patriots In Petticoats profiles some of them ranging from Martha Bell (who spied on the British), to former slave Phyllis Wheatley who wrote passionate inspirational revolutionary words. Twenty-four heroic women are profiled in this exciting coverage.