Children's Historical Fiction Novels - Transporting young readers to the past Are you looking for captivating historical fiction novels that will spark the imagination of young readers? Look no further! In this article, we will explore a few popular and highly recommended children's historical fiction books that are sure to delight and educate. 1. "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry: Lois Lowry's "Number the Stars" is a critically acclaimed novel set during World War II. This powerful story follows the journey of a young Danish girl named Annemarie Johansen, who helps her Jewish best friend escape from the Nazis. The book is not only a thrilling adventure but also provides an important lesson about bravery, friendship, and the human spirit. 2. "The Invention of Hugo Cabret" by Brian Selznick: Winner of the 2008 Caldecott Medal, "The Invention of Hugo Cabret" by Brian Selznick seamlessly blends historical fiction with illustrations. Set in 1930s Paris, this captivating story follows a young orphan named Hugo, who lives in the walls of a train station and uncovers a mystery involving his late father. The book's unique combination of art and storytelling make it a truly immersive and magical reading experience. 3. "Esperanza Rising" by Pam Muñoz Ryan: Set in the time of the Great Depression and the Mexican Revolution, "Esperanza Rising" tells the story of a privileged Mexican girl named Esperanza who is forced to flee to California with her mother after a tragedy strikes their family. This heartfelt tale explores themes of resilience, hope, and the importance of family bonds. Pam Muñoz Ryan beautifully captures the challenges faced by immigrants during this tumultuous period in history. 4. "The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963" by Christopher Paul Curtis: Taking readers back to the Civil Rights Movement, "The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963" by Christopher Paul Curtis is a poignant story about the Watson family's journey from their home in Michigan to Birmingham, Alabama. Through the eyes of 10-year-old Kenny, readers witness the grotesque realities of racial discrimination and the tragic events that shook the city in 1963. This thought-provoking novel tackles important historical themes while maintaining a humorous and relatable narrative. To enhance your reading experience, there are several websites dedicated to children's historical fiction novels. Some noteworthy ones include Goodreads, where you can find reader reviews and recommendations, and Scholastic's website, which offers curated lists of historical fiction books suitable for young readers. In conclusion, children's historical fiction novels have an incredible ability to captivate young minds while teaching them about important events from the past. From World War II to the Civil Rights Movement, these books provide a gateway to understanding history in a relatable and engaging way. Start your young reader on a journey through time by exploring the recommended novels above – they won't disappoint!
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326.96 Million words | 2021-06-03 00:09Update
Cheat codes, nowadays, essentially mean hacking, but for Zhang Hongbin, who found himself in the late sixth year of Tianqi, it also symbolized the ability to turn everything to gold. Linked to a system called the Counterfeit Trade System in his mind, he could purchase all kinds of counterfeit goods from the future. While the quality might not be guaranteed, they were top-notch products in the sixteenth century. From common grains and oils to daily necessities, from basic iron spearheads to explosive bombs, as long as his level was high enough, he could buy anything he wanted. Oh, but
7.95 Million words | 2022-04-13 00:24Update
Transcending the end of the Han Dynasty and becoming the unrecognized son of Yuan Shao, I defy the heavens, change my destiny, and achieve a hegemony. With goddesses in my embrace and the enchanting beauty by my side, both stunning women and prosperous lands are abundant!
178.93 Million words | 2022-11-23 18:19Update
【[Submission for the Chronological Historical Genre Writing Contest: Possession Genre]】The male protagonist, Wang Ming, was fortunate enough to transmigrate into the body of Wang Mang and entered the noble social circle of the Wang family. Witness how this rich second-generation from the Han Dynasty, with his handsome appearance and wealth, manipulates the court and establishes his own empire
268.64 Million words | 2023-06-24 17:11Update
Le Xiaotian traveled back to the Jiajing period of the Ming Dynasty. Luckily, his cheap father passed the imperial examination, making him a second-generation official. However, before he could even celebrate, he was kidnapped by Japanese pirates. In a twist of fate, he ended up becoming the second-in-command among them. During this time, Japanese pirates were ravaging the southeast, while Emperor Jiajing was busy practicing alchemy and cultivating Daoism. Yan Song and Xu Jie were engaged in a power struggle, while Lu Bing observed everything from the sidelines. Meanwhile, Portuguese fleets were on their way to Macau, and the Netherlands and England were plotting their own rise to power. How would Xiaotian, with the help of his father, rise from a pirate's identity to steer the winds of the seas towards the imperial court and seize the opportunities of the Age of Discovery? This story is a comedic tale of an undercover agent who, despite being a pirate, aids in the eradication of piracy.
596.67 Million words | 2021-04-29 18:45Update
A young man, originally intending to live a leisurely life, along with his dying servant, gets involved in a shady deal with the abbot of a Buddhist temple and unexpectedly becomes entangled in a conflict... And so the story begins. (In principle, this is a story of political intrigues and schemes at the imperial court, of clear blue skies, sunny beaches, and a mix of emotions and bloodshed in the martial world.)
574.05 Million words | 2023-04-25 00:54Update
Amidst complaints and murmurs, a sweet-looking girl of around seventeen or eighteen years old, wearing a T-shirt and jeans, walked slowly along the black road. Annoyed, her grandfather insisted on accompanying her to Mt. Maoshan, but at the last minute, he became interested in studying protective talismans and left her alone at the Yinsi Palace. It was indeed a good day for traveling. Although the weather had cooled down, the mountains were still lush, with red flowers leaning against the greenery and fragrant grass and trees. Perhaps due to the rain a few days ago, the sunlight unexpectedly became gentle, like a light veil, with a hint of coolness in the wind, and the scent of green leaves wafting in the air. Lin Feifei walked with great enthusiasm...
410.71 Million words | 2021-05-18 01:46Update
Z Country Military Intelligence Agency's most outstanding special agent, Night, who is known as the "Queen of Versatility," has obtained numerous crucial intelligence but tragically died from food poisoning. After a sudden time travel, she finds herself in the body of a three-year-old girl named Night Qing, who is the magistrate's daughter in the Tianchu Dynasty's border city. From then on, she receives love and pampering from her parents and older brother,
221.67 Million words | 2021-10-20 15:58Update
Archimedes said, "Give me a lever long enough and a fulcrum on which to place it, and I shall move the world!" Xu Rui said, "Give me an AWP and I will headshot the enemy boss!" Returning to the past, to an era of raging wars, with the sound of the charging tanks, we destroy everything in our path, with rivers of blood flowing along. Ste
233.53 Million words | 2023-04-24 12:53Update
Reborn in the Great Ming Dynasty, activating the check-in system. Equipped with a "sharp tool," Su Jing only wants to be a wealthy landlord. Unexpectedly, Lao Zhu is just too "good" to the merchants. W
115.30 Million words | 2020-08-16 02:48Update
Borrow me three thousand Tiger Warriors, Restore our mighty China. With sword pointing west to Tian Shan, And horse trampling north to the Black Sea. Drawing the bow on the surface of Lake Baikal, Appreciating snow on the island of Hokkaido. Exploring the ancient on the Indochinese Peninsula, Paying tribute to ancestors amidst the ruins of Tokyo. Where the Han flag points, the enemies flee in dust. Those who dare to offend China shall be punished, no matter how far! ... All the brave warriors in the world are Tiger Warriors, This book is dedicated to those who have fought for our nation, Our ancestors who refused to be enslaved.
270.48 Million words | 2021-11-02 03:13Update
The flourishing and prosperous Ronghan Dynasty may seem calm and peaceful on the surface, but beneath it lies a turbulent undercurrent. The military forces are expanding relentlessly, factions engage in deceitful power struggles, and the major aristocratic families are consumed by insatiable greed. All of these slowly corrode this ancient and venerable empire. ...
349.05 Million words | 2020-11-21 13:11Update
Cao Cao, Guo Jia, Xun You, Xiahou Dun, Xiahou Yuan, Cao Ren, Cao Chun, Cao Hong, Yue Jin, Li Dian, Yu Jin, Dian Wei! They are here to kill me. Liu Bei, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Zhao Yun, and seemingly even Chen Dao, who is not mentioned in "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" but possesses formidable strength rivaling that of Zhao Yun! They are here to seize my territory. Oh heavens, I am not Lord Dong, nor do I have a Lu Bu to deal with these formidable individuals. I am just a good child, an honest child, Tao Qian's second son Tao Ying, a typical soy sauce man and a simple person. How can I defend myself?
271.96 Million words | 2021-11-19 18:54Update
Brother, stained with blood on the battlefield to protect his comrades, Zhao Guoqing resolutely followed in his brother's footsteps into the military camp. After enduring hellish training, he encountered a mysterious expert in the camp who integrated modern training with his family's martial arts. Step by step, Zhao Guoqing became the strongest special forces soldier, defeating the kings of various countries with his fists and stepping on mercenary groups worldwide, creating countless legends and becoming the king of a generation of special forces soldiers!
401.53 Million words | 2021-08-31 04:21Update
Synopsis 1: The Journey of a Rising Power Minister. Synopsis 2: Adhering to rules, exploiting rules, and trampling upon rules. Synopsis 3: Wang Ju descends upon a poverty-stricken region entrenched in turmoil. Witnessing the sufferings of the people and the weakness of the nation, he resolves to wield the Sword of Darkness in order to uphold the Flame of Light.
366.32 Million words | 2023-03-16 10:49Update
New book 'I Cultivate My Body While Others Cultivate Gu', an epic muscle building tale! You capture the Blood Thirst Gua Source and activate the frenzy. The story is set in the world of 'Liaozhai' after a thousand years from 'The Legend of the White Snake' and 'Nie Xiaoxian.' It connects the plots of 'Journey to the West' and 'War of the Ancients,' featuring famous landmarks like Mount Buzhou and Mount Shouyang. Gu Xiuyun travels to a world with a chaotic timeline, where tales of 'Liaozhai' and 'The Legend of the White Snake' are prevalent. What will happen when Nie Xiaoxian, Ning Caichen, and Yingning encounter Bai Suzhen, Xu Xian, and Xiaoqing? At the start, they encounter the Lanruo Temple from a thousand years later. Luckily, Gu Xiuyun awakens a mysterious Visualization of Virtuous Karma that rewards killing demons and ghosts.
113.30 Million words | 2021-12-31 08:27Update
Who says the sea is stormy? I say only those who dare can win! As a time traveler, Li Tu aims to pioneer the era of great maritime exploration in the late Ming Dynasty. This is a story of a time traveler's struggle and adventures in the late Ming Dynasty. It's an exciting tale.
15.94 Million words | 2020-08-25 04:37Update
Vice county chief Gen Yu, drove through time and arrived in the late Northern Song Dynasty. People from all walks of life hailed him as a god. He deceived Wu Zhu and Yue Fei, and fooled even the Three Kingdoms. He married princesses and imperial concubines, and played with the Song, Liao, and Jin dynasties. He conquered the world with empty words and deceit, posing as someone he was not. Pretending is an attitude, and deception relies on intelligence and emotional intelligence... ... In the year AD, counting from the first year of the Republican Era in the Western Zhou Dynasty, it is the year of the Republic. ... (The author is a member of the Qingdao Writers Association and the Shandong Youth Writers Association)
55.73 Million words | 2022-03-18 10:10Update
A century-long cruise ship carrying passengers to visit the Xisha Islands unexpectedly traverses to Australia due to a thick fog. They must find a way to survive in this new environment.
367.52 Million words | 2020-09-20 14:49Update
Expelling the Daur invaders and restoring China, this is the dream of a generation. No other era has seen people, like those of that time, pouring out their passionate blood for their ideals, only for that brilliant moment of blooming… Hmm, this would be an exhilarating alternate history novel!
474.73 Million words | 2022-03-16 08:46Update
