Stories of Great Americans for Little Americans

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Eggleston, Edward, 1837-1902

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Stories of Great Americans for Little Americans" by Edward Eggleston is a collection of historical short stories written in the late 19th century. This work aims to introduce young readers to notable figures in American history through engaging narratives that highlight their contributions and adventures. By incorporating folklore-like anecdotes, the author seeks to instill a sense of national pride and knowledge of American heritage in children. The opening of the book sets the tone by emphasizing its educational purpose, explaining how historical figures were chosen for their significance to American culture and folklore. It outlines the author's approach of using simple language to make the stories accessible for young readers. The opening tales introduce characters like John Winthrop, the first governor of Boston, who faced challenges in early colonial life, and Marquette, a priest exploring the Mississippi River. These stories creatively blend factual history with accessible storytelling to spark interest and facilitate learning among children, making it a valuable resource for educators and parents alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Juliet Sutherland, Michael Lockey and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Reading ease score: 95.0 (5th grade). Very easy to read.

Release date is 2003-11-01