Children’s American Historical Fiction: Top 10 Best Books

Author: Olivia Harper

Children’s American Historical Fiction: An Introduction

When it comes to immersing children in the rich tapestry of American history, nothing does it better than historical fiction. These books not only entertain but also educate, providing young readers with a deeper understanding of the past. Here, we rank the top 10 best children’s American historical fiction books that every young reader should explore.

Bestseller #1

The Book Thief

• Paperback

$8.24

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Bestseller #2

A Long Walk to Water: Based on a True Story

• Ages 10 and up
• Grades 5 and up

$6.17

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Bestseller #3

One Crazy Summer: A Vibrant and Heartfelt Story of Three Sisters’…

• Williams-Garcia, Rita

$9.49

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Bestseller #4

Code Talker: A Novel About the Navajo Marines of World War Two

• Bruchac, Joseph

$6.10

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Bestseller #5

The Sign of the Beaver: A Newbery Honor Award Winner

• Speare, Elizabeth George

$6.99

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Bestseller #6

The Darkest Child

• Phillips, Delores
• Jones, Tayari

$10.78

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Bestseller #7

I Survived the American Revolution, 1776 (I Survived #15) (15)

• Tarshis, Lauren

$3.70

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Bestseller #8

Patriots, Redcoats and Spies (American Revolutionary War Adventur…

• Skead, Robert J.
• Skead, Robert A.

$8.99

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Bestseller #9

Island of the Blue Dolphins

• Gripping tale of karana’s survival, strength, and courage amidst vivid descriptions of island life
• Recommended for grades 2-5
• 192 pages

$7.99

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Bestseller #10

If You Were a Kid During the American Revolution (If You Were a K…

• Mara, Wil
• Kennedy, Kelly

$7.95

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