Molly Pitcher: Young American Patriot cover

Molly Pitcher: Young American Patriot

Author: Glaser, Jason

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 3.7
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 2021
Points per Word 0.000247
Page Count 32
Points per Page 0.015625

Description

In graphic-novel format, this book describes the legend of Revolutionary War heroine, Molly Pitcher.

Quick Summary

Molly Pitcher follows the legendary Revolutionary War heroine who famously carried water to soldiers on the battlefield before stepping in to man a cannon after her husband was wounded, all presented in an accessible graphic-novel format that brings 18th-century history to life for younger readers. The book explores themes of courage, patriotism, and determination during wartime while showing how one young woman made a difference in the fight for American independence. If your kid enjoys the "Who Was?" series or graphic novels like "The Birth of the Constitution," they will love learning about this real American heroine. This book is ideal for 4th-5th graders reading at a 3rd-7th grade level who have an interest in American history or graphic novels.