Colonial Voices: Hear Them Speak: The Outbreak of the Boston Tea Party Told from Multiple Points-of-View!

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Follow an errand boy through colonial Boston as he spreads word of rebellion. It's December 16, 1773, and Boston is about to explode! King George has decided to tax the colonists' tea. The Patriots have had enough. Ethan, the printer's errand boy, is running through town to deliver a message about an important meeting. As he stops along his route at the bakery, the schoolhouse, the tavern, and more readers learn about the occupations of colonial workers and their differing opinions about living under Britain's rule. This fascinating book is like a field trip to a living history village. * "Winter's strong,moving text is supportedbya thoughtful design that incorporates the look of historicalpapers,andrich paintings capture the individuals and their circumstances as well as what'sat stake."-Booklist, starred review

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* "Winters strong,moving text is supportedbya thoughtful design that incorporates the look of historicalpapers,andrich paintings capture the individuals and their circumstances as well as whatsat stake."Booklist, starred review

"A unique presentation for all libraries."School Library Journal

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Kay Winters lives in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Larry Day lives in Downers Grove, Illinois.