Everything you thought you knew about the American Revolution is about to get smashed — and your young historian will love every myth-busting moment!

History Smashers: The American Revolution digs beneath the legends and half-truths of one of history's most dramatic events, revealing the surprising, often overlooked stories that textbooks leave out. Written by beloved educator and author Kate Messner and brought to life with illustrations by Dylan Meconis, this action-packed nonfiction book is perfect for curious readers aged 8 and up who are ready to question everything. With a lively mix of sidebars, photographs, illustrations, and graphic panels, it's as entertaining as it is eye-opening.

Myth-Busting Fun: Did Paul Revere really shout "The British are coming!" and complete his famous ride? Spoiler: no — and the real story is even more fascinating. This book tackles the biggest legends of the Revolution head-on.
Engaging, Accessible Format: Sidebars, graphic novel-style panels, photos, and illustrations break up the text and keep reluctant readers hooked from cover to cover.
Perfect for Fans of Popular Series: If your child loves I Survived! or Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales, this book delivers the same thrilling, immersive feel — with the added bonus of being 100% true.
Part of an Acclaimed Series: History Smashers: The American Revolution is one of many titles in the History Smashers series, which also covers the Mayflower, the Underground Railroad, Pearl Harbor, and more — ideal for building a home or classroom library.

About the Author

Kate Messner is a former middle-school English teacher and the award-winning author of dozens of books for young readers, including the Ranger in Time series and the History Smashers series. Known for making history and science exciting and accessible, she is passionate about helping children discover the untold and often surprising truths behind the stories we think we know. Dylan Meconis is an illustrator and cartoonist whose dynamic artwork brings energy and personality to the History Smashers series.

Product Details

Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Publication date: July 20, 2021
Language: English
Print length: 224 pages
ISBN-13: 9780593120460
Reading age: 8–12 years