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Looking for Engaging Historical Fiction Books for 4th Graders?

Historical fiction is a captivating genre that allows young readers to explore different time periods while engaging with relatable characters and exciting stories. If you are on the lookout for the best historical fiction books for 4th graders, you've come to the right place! In this article, we will introduce you to some popular titles that will not only entertain young readers but also educate them about the past.

1. "I Survived" series by Lauren Tarshis:
Perfect for history enthusiasts, this beloved series follows the adventures of children facing various historical events, such as the sinking of the Titanic, the Battle of Gettysburg, and the eruption of Mount St. Helens. Each book offers a thrilling and educational experience.

2. "The One and Only Ivan" by Katherine Applegate:
This heartwarming story, based on true events, follows Ivan, a captive gorilla who forms an unlikely friendship with a baby elephant named Ruby. Set in a shopping mall, this book delves into themes of friendship, empathy, and animal rights.

3. "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry:
Set during World War II, this Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of Annemarie Johansen, a brave Danish girl who helps her Jewish friend escape from the Nazis. It offers a powerful and age-appropriate introduction to the Holocaust and the importance of standing up against injustice.

4. "The Watsons Go to Birmingham – 1963" by Christopher Paul Curtis:
In this humorous yet poignant tale, the Watson family embarks on a road trip from Michigan to Alabama during a time of racial tension. Through the eyes of ten-year-old Kenny, readers gain insight into the civil rights era and the tragic bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church.

5. "Bud, Not Buddy" by Christopher Paul Curtis:
This coming-of-age story follows Bud, a ten-year-old African American boy during the Great Depression, as he sets out on a journey to find his father. With humor and resilience, Bud overcomes adversity and discovers the meaning of family.

For more historical fiction recommendations and reviews tailored for 4th graders, websites such as Goodreads and Common Sense Media can be valuable resources. These sites provide detailed information about plot summaries, age-appropriate content, and reader reviews, helping you make informed choices for young readers.

In conclusion, historical fiction books offer 4th graders an engaging way to learn about different time periods and important events. Whether they are interested in survival stories, animal encounters, or historical events, there is a wide range of books available to capture their imagination and foster a love for reading. So, get ready to embark on a historical journey with these amazing books!
The New Legend of Wu Dalang. Fiction
The New Legend of Wu Dalang.

A guy prayed desperately at a life-or-death moment, "Please let me travel through time! My demands are not high, just a place of my own, a stable job, a beautiful wife, and a loyal and skilled brother who would be willing to sacrifice everything for me!" And with a swoosh, he traveled through time and found himself lying on a bed in ancient times. A stunning and charming young woman smiled and walked towards him, holding a bowl. With great tenderness, she said, "Husband, it's time to take your medicine!" -- The warm-hearted Wu Dalang conquers the heroes of Water Margin

248.05 Million words | 2022-11-19 16:35Update

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Go back to the end of the Ming Dynasty and join the army. Fiction
Go back to the end of the Ming Dynasty and join the army.

From a small soldier, he achieved extraordinary feats! A modern special forces soldier transmigrated to the Ming Dynasty and became a low-ranking border soldier. Without any external assistance, all he had was the physique of a special forces soldier and a heart burning with military zeal. The dynasty was plagued by corruption, internal strife, external threats, natural disasters, and numerous problems. The Ming Dynasty was like a candle in the wind... But who cares? Since fate brought me to this chaotic era, as a soldier,

168.46 Million words | 2021-10-08 04:33Update

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Blood of the Vietnam War. Fiction
Blood of the Vietnam War.

A debauched playboy, who only knew a life of indulgence in the modern era, finds himself in the midst of the Sino-Vietnamese War era where blood and fire prevail. How will he face such a world of bloody conflict and confront the father he once despised? The blood of the Vietnam War opens up a new battlefield, recounting an extraordinary tale of comradeship!

492.77 Million words | 2020-10-10 08:22Update

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The Legend of Heroes in China and Abroad Fiction
The Legend of Heroes in China and Abroad

This novel tells the story of the struggle in the coastal areas of Shandong's anti-Japanese base. The story revolves around the characters Song Jiliu and Gu Mu and Chen Shijue, and it is full of excitement! In the first year of the Republic of China, a group of heroes attacked the old county town of Ganyu in Qing Dynasty, achieving the great feat of opening grain storage to save the people. Later, under the leadership of Song Jiliu, the descendant of the old heroes, an anti-Japanese spy-fighting team was established to carry out activities to eliminate evil and protect the innocent. Soon, with the facilitation of Communist Party leaders Luo Ronghuan and Chen Shijue, a military labor team was established. This mainly depicts the

463.59 Million words | 2022-02-02 06:11Update

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Song Shixing. Fiction
Song Shixing.

In the sixth year of Xuanhe, he arrived at the capital city of Dongjing. Two years away from the disgraceful Jingkang Incident, Yu Yin stood by the Wuzhang River, at a loss. Is Dongjing a dream of prosperity, or a dream of illusion? The once magnificent buildings are now on the verge of collapse, while the streets are filled with vibrant colors... In this crumbling world, Yu Yin stumbles forward. But with a sudden turn, he realizes that history has changed without his noticing. A brand new era silently unfolds!++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

160.65 Million words | 2023-03-29 22:55Update

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Naruto: I, Uchiha Madara, defy fate and control my destiny. Fiction
Naruto: I, Uchiha Madara, defy fate and control my destiny.

Traversing the Naruto world, becoming Uchiha Madara, in order to prevent a future of being exploited and a tragic fate, Uchiha Madara embarked on a path of defying destiny from the moment of his arrival... Hashirama: Madara, how do you have my Wood Style? Black Zetsu: Don't play around with me like this. If you're going to speak, speak honestly and bare your heart. Great Toad Sage: The ninja's mission has been completely altered! Six Paths Sage: Hm? Madara, what's going on? You're even stronger than me! Kaguya Otsutsuki: Who is he? Why does he possess powers far surpassing mine? Uchiha Madara: I am Uchiha Madara! Defying destiny!

394.58 Million words | 2020-11-07 04:41Update

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System Dominates the World Fiction
System Dominates the World

In life, one should strive to become a remarkable person. Even in death, one should become a heroic spirit. Liu Sheng said so. "Go to hell," Chen Kun said irritably. "I just want to make money, you know, the kind of millionaire. What do generals, high-ranking officials, and dukes have to do with me?"

342.16 Million words | 2023-06-17 11:14Update

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The Riverside Scene at Qingming Festival Fiction
The Riverside Scene at Qingming Festival

"The shame of the Jingkang incident is not yet wiped away; the hatred of the loyal subjects, when will it be extinguished? Shen Tuo, a high-ranking official of the Republic, possesses the body of the captured Emperor Qinzong of Song. Witness how he turns the tide, revives the old mountains and rivers, resurrects the flourishing era depicted in the 'Along the River During the Qingming Festival' scroll, and restores the Great Song Dynasty."

140.06 Million words | 2022-08-02 16:16Update

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Impostor County Magistrate Fiction
Impostor County Magistrate

A detective traveled back in time to the early years of Emperor Taizong of Song and coincidentally encountered a despondent county magistrate who hanged himself. After realizing his resemblance to the magistrate, he assumed the magistrate's identity and vowed to take care of his family. However, he soon discovered that he was governing an isolated and treacherous place of exile. Waiting for him were not only the incredulous gaze of the magistrate's wife, with whom he shared a bed, but also inexplicable debts, various perplexing murder cases, and even bigger mysteries lurking behind them. Most dangerously, he encountered waves upon waves of mysterious attacks! With his keen intelligence, he

211.75 Million words | 2023-02-25 01:06Update

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Babylonian Empire Fiction
Babylonian Empire

Here, once was the pinnacle of the development of Mesopotamian civilization, here, a new era of unity will be embraced! Surviving between two great super empires, evolving under the watchful eyes of envious neighbors, growing stronger amidst the turmoil of the Iran-Iraq War. Reborn as Saddam's son, rewriting the destiny of Iraq! The new Babylonian Empire stands tall atop the world!

281.38 Million words | 2021-04-18 03:37Update

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Intelligent Owl Fiction
Intelligent Owl

In the ninth year of Chongzhen reign, the grand palace teeters! Sons of Han, their hot blood spilled!

334.26 Million words | 2021-02-11 03:00Update

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Rampant Fiction
Rampant

A former top-notch thief reigns in a parallel universe. Immersed in a completely unfamiliar world, he strives to forge a new era, though such a story may seem cliché. However, in this case, I hope to inject some fresh elements into the familiar narrative. The protagonist, a thief in his previous life, retains memories he shouldn't have acquired due to not drinking the Meng Po's footwashing water before being reincarnated. In this new world, what can he accomplish? The only viable option seems to be to continue his thieving ways, but on a grander scale – stealing the entire world. Of course, in a YY novel, failure is not an option. So, as long as the readers find it thrilling, it's all good. If they're not pleased, the author can indulge in some appropriate consequences. No need to hold back. Author's self-defined tags: passion, adventure.

101.25 Million words | 2022-01-10 23:46Update

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Yuan Family's Decision Fiction
Yuan Family's Decision

Reborn in the Three Kingdoms, I became Yuan Shao's third son, Yuan Shang, by a strange coincidence, right in the midst of the Battle of Guandu! At this moment, the Battle of Guandu was nearing its end. Xu You had already betrayed Yuan Shao, Wuchao's food supply was about to be burned, Zhang He and Gao Lan were about to defect to Cao Cao, Tian Feng was imprisoned, and Ju Shou was trapped in the prison carriage. The 700,000 strong army was on the verge of collapse, and the decline of the prestigious Yuan family seemed inevitable. Having time-traveled back to the Three Kingdoms, would Yuan Shang still follow the course of history and surrender to Cao Cao? The answer is absolutely not! The outcome of the Battle of Guandu and the downfall of the Yuan family will be altered by the efforts of Yuan Shang.

488.13 Million words | 2021-03-28 16:25Update

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The Dominance of Xu Zhou in the Three Kingdoms Fiction
The Dominance of Xu Zhou in the Three Kingdoms

Master of military industry, Tao Ying, returned to the war-torn Xuzhou after a failed attempt to develop a mass destruction weapon. In the year of Xuzhou, during the end of the Han Dynasty, Cao Cao's army surrounded the city, intending to slaughter everyone and leave no one alive, while Liu Bei gained tremendous popularity within the city. Furthermore, Lu Bu, riding on his red rabbit horse, was on his way to Xuzhou. Unfortunately, Tao Ying had the misfortune of transmigrating into the despised second son of Tao Qian. In this era where heroes emerged one after another, some vanished into thin air with a single snap, while others scared away millions of soldiers with a mighty roar. However, the weak Tao Ying had only one wish - to defend Xuzhou!

164.94 Million words | 2020-08-21 21:14Update

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Transcending the Martial World: Strange Legends Fiction
Transcending the Martial World: Strange Legends

Queen Xiaoxiao atypically transmigrates to this peculiar, bizarre, and unheard of martial world, embarking on her dream to become a female hero who roams the jianghu, upholding justice and righteousness. However, little did she know that the jianghu created by the author is extraordinary and astonishing, leaving her dumbfounded. Luckily, she is aware that she is the protagonist of the author's pen, relying on her lively spirit, strong will, and occasionally revealed meticulous thinking to overcome various dangers. Kind-hearted, spontaneous, adorable, and full of energy, Wang Xiaoxiao also begins to anticipate the male lead chosen by the author, while unknowingly being affected by the people around her in every move they make...

3.45 Million words | 2020-10-18 22:13Update

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A Life in a Foreign Land Fiction
A Life in a Foreign Land

【Farm + Cute Kids + Sweet Pet + Vengeance】Qin Jiuyue, the ace assassin of the 22nd century, transmigrated into a malicious and despised rural girl, along with a living dead husband and four children with distinct personalities! Roll up your sleeves and work hard! I'll make you earn a fortune first. We can catch rabbits on the mountain and catch precious fish in the river. I'm skilled in farming and business! I raise chubby kids, teach them literature and martial arts, and guide them to become honorable heroes. Later on - The new emperor ascends the throne: I was raised by my mother. Young general: I was also raised by my mother. Foreign princess: I was adopted by Sister Jiuyue. The free-spirited medical saint: I was also picked up by Jiuyue as her disciple.

198.59 Million words | 2021-07-08 12:59Update

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Where did the Seventeenth Prince escape to? Fiction
Where did the Seventeenth Prince escape to?

The seventeenth prince married her, but treated her with extreme indifference. Every night, he would be affectionate and tender, only to become a stranger the next day. "My prince, you are truly pure and innocent! Coming to my chambers every night just for 'sleeping'?" she said. Li Er protected her, his heart burning like a blazing fire, but suppressed it like eternal ice. "Aren't you here to protect me? Why do you care about my 'private life' with the prince?" The seventeenth prince's mansion was treacherous. She, who smelled no underlying forces, had to compete with the people from Ruoshui Pavilion, Qingfeng Hall, Qiufeng Tower, and Jiuzun Pagoda, step by step. If not for the task of "Chase Soul Order," she would rather be leisurely with the boy who sent her flowers, lingering in the sea of flowers every day, enjoying her freedom... Family, love, friendship, affection... Some were moving and heartbreaking, while others were hilarious and funny. Click on this, and you'll get it right

107.89 Million words | 2020-08-11 05:59Update

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The Strongest Special Forces King Fiction
The Strongest Special Forces King

【Hottest New Book】He is the youngest soldier king of the Dragon Group in China, codenamed Yan Wang. He is the only terrifying existence to fully activate the power of the Bloodline Dragon. In order to protect his sister-in-law, he transforms into an urban mad wolf, becoming the most troublesome devil in the hearts of his enemies. His name is Ye Kai, and his life motto is, "As the Yan Wang, I'll make sure you die by the third watch, who dares to let anyone survive until the fifth watch!" Author's custom tags: Bloodthirsty Special Forces.

306.89 Million words | 2022-02-24 14:41Update

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The Blue Sky Road of the Grand Canal. Fiction
The Blue Sky Road of the Grand Canal.

During the reign of Emperor Kangxi in the Qing Dynasty, the waters near the Xijin Ferry in Zhenjiang Prefecture were turbulent, and shipwrecks were common. Kang Damao and Shen Luobin, two young men, led the people in managing the silt at the bottom of the river, but an accident occurred. From then on, the Kang and Shen families became mortal enemies, and Kang Dayong, the twelfth-generation descendant of the "Million Kang" family, also known as Damao, developed shipping on the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, revitalized the family business, managed the canal, and served the nation. This book has been officially selected as a key incubation project for the "Grand Canal Culture" theme in the online literary works section organized by the National Press and Publication Administration.

561.25 Million words | 2023-04-02 21:37Update

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The downfall of the Qing Dynasty Fiction
The downfall of the Qing Dynasty

A grass-roots peasant after the First Sino-Japanese War, wrongly accused and imprisoned, unexpectedly rescued and coincidentally obtained a military book left by his father. He joined a secret society, defeated the Qing soldiers, became a leader of the White Fan Society of the Triad, the king of the beggar kingdom, the deputy leader of the Magic Sky Sect, and participated in ten armed uprisings, displaying his military acumen at every step, rising step by step, promoting the humanity of an ordinary person, and the helplessness of love and family. A scroll painting of the Southern charm, an epic of revolution written with passion, a lifelong pursuit of love

181.99 Million words | 2023-02-15 05:30Update

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