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The book presents excerpts from the diary of Sally Wister, a sixteen-year-old Quaker girl who moved from Philadelphia during the Revolutionary War. The diary documents her experiences as a Quaker living through the conflict, including observations about British and American soldiers, family life, and the challenges faced by Quakers who maintained their pacifist beliefs during wartime. The entries provide a first-person account of colonial American life from a Quaker perspective during a turbulent period in American history.
Quick Summary
Sally Wister was a 16-year-old Quaker girl who wrote a diary during the Revolutionary War, giving readers a rare teenage view of history straight from her own hand. Kids will love reading the real thoughts of a colonial teen who had to leave Philadelphia, dealt with British soldiers, and navigated being a Quaker during wartime. If your kid likes the "I Survived" series or "The Girl Who Survived," they'll love this real diary that feels like a time capsule. This is perfect for kids ages 9 to 12 in grades 4 through 7 who enjoy historical fiction or want to hear directly from people who lived through famous events.