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Historical Fiction Books for Preschoolers: Inspiring Young Minds Through Stories

Introducing young children to historical events and figures may seem like a daunting task, but with the power of engaging storytelling in the form of historical fiction books, it becomes both educational and enjoyable. Historical fiction allows preschoolers to take a step back in time, immersing themselves in different eras, cultures, and exciting adventures. In this article, we will explore some delightful and age-appropriate historical fiction books that are perfect for preschoolers.

1. "Henry's Freedom Box" by Ellen Levine:
This heartwarming tale tells the story of Henry, a young slave who mails himself to freedom in a wooden crate. Based on a true story, this picture book beautifully illustrates Henry's courage and determination, making it an excellent introduction to the history of slavery.

2. "The Bravest Knight Who Ever Lived" by Daniel Errico:
This enchanting story centers around Cedric, an ordinary boy who dreams of becoming a knight. Set in medieval times, readers follow Cedric's journey as he faces challenges, overcomes obstacles, and proves that bravery knows no boundaries. This book promotes values such as courage, kindness, and acceptance.

3. "Wangari's Trees of Peace: A True Story from Africa" by Jeanette Winter:
Based on the life of Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangari Maathai, this inspiring book highlights her efforts to restore Kenya's forests. Through vivid illustrations and simple language, preschoolers can learn about environmental conservation, female empowerment, and the positive impact one person can make.

4. "Follow the Drinking Gourd" by Jeanette Winter:
This captivating story revolves around a young girl and her family's journey to freedom on the Underground Railroad. With beautiful illustrations and melodic verse, preschoolers can learn about the secret codes and routes used to guide enslaved people to safety. It promotes themes of perseverance, hope, and the power of unity.

To further enhance the preschooler's historical fiction reading experience, consider incorporating interactive activities. Encourage them to draw pictures inspired by the stories, dress up as characters, or even reenact scenes. These activities will foster their imagination, creativity, and understanding of the historical context.

Apart from these remarkable books, there are several online resources that can assist you in finding more historical fiction books suitable for preschoolers. Websites such as Goodreads and Scholastic offer comprehensive lists of recommended historical fiction books for children. They provide user reviews, synopses, and suggestions for diverse historical periods and cultures.

Remember, introducing historical fiction to preschoolers not only expands their literary horizons but also cultivates a love for history and an appreciation for different cultures. These captivating stories have the power to ignite curiosity and lay the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. So, embark on this thrilling journey with your preschooler as they discover the wonders of historical fiction.
Phoenix's Song Lasts for Ages Fiction
Phoenix's Song Lasts for Ages

"The Phoenix's Song Through the Ages" is published by New Moon Publishing in Taiwan, and it is also available for purchase at the Taobao Orange Novel Bookstore under the new title "Thief Star Noble Wife". This is a shameless love story between Ji Qianqiu, a contemporary outstanding female thief, and Han Ziji, the Emperor of Da Jin. Ji Qianqiu is a righteous and courageous thief who stands up for justice, while Han Ziji is an ambitious emperor who desires to rule the world. Despite being two completely different individuals, one from the underworld and the other from the heavens, they unexpectedly encounter the meddling of the Matchmaker, resulting in the entanglement of their fates. The small-time

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Lieming. Fiction
Lieming.

"The emperor guards the country's gate, and the king dies for the dynasty!" This is the oath that the imperial family of the Great Ming Dynasty fulfills with their lives. Even as the son of a feudal lord, Zhu Ping'an carries the fierce nature and pride passed down from Emperor Taizu in his veins. In the tenth year of Chongzhen, with a single time travel, he shoulders the heavy burden of restoring the Great Ming. He fights at Fengyang, stabilizes the two prefectures, conquers the Qi and Lu regions, defeats the Liaodong, breaks through the Huanglong, and establishes his rule. With my fiery spirit, the mighty Great Ming will rewrite a splendid and heroic epic!

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The Rise of the New Empire Era Fiction
The Rise of the New Empire Era

Special forces soldier Lin Yiqing completed his mission and returned to the helicopter. However, he was struck by a ball of lightning and lost consciousness. When he woke up, he found himself in a parallel timeline, in an unfamiliar dynasty called the Qian Dynasty. This dynasty, once prosperous, had now declined and was on the verge of a tumultuous change. It had just made contact with Western industrial civilization and was facing internal and external troubles. In order to realize his dream of a strong nation, Lin Yiqing resolutely led this ancient country forward, and created a glorious era of his own.

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The Scheme for the Republic of China Fiction
The Scheme for the Republic of China

How powerful is the fluttering of a butterfly's wings? Can it really cause a revolution? Veterinary student He Tianci accidentally travels back to the end of the Qing Dynasty, and what kind of historical development will it bring? He Tianci is not a hero, but he uses his wisdom to change the world. The Chinese nation is experiencing turbulence, and I am favored by the goddess of luck. A small figure leads a great era, experiencing miraculous encounters with horses, and the little veterinarian shows his power. He Tianci establishes himself in Fengtian, leading the rise of Northeast China, forming the Sino-German alliance, and swallowing the tiger (Japan) and wolf (Russia). The collapse of Soviet Russia and the decline of the United States. All nations will submit to China. A prosperous Chinese in Hanfu and a world where employment opportunities are measured by the Chinese level 4 test. The sons and daughters of China should be happy as the future will belong to us completely! If you readers find "Determining the Republic" good, please don't forget to recommend it to your QQ group and friends on Weibo!

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The peasant girl-turned consort's fame spreads throughout the world. Fiction
The peasant girl-turned consort's fame spreads throughout the world.

Once crossed over, she became a notorious plague god and short-lived ghost in the surroundings. Her family was dragged down to live in a shack, and many people were waiting to see if this whole family could survive the winter. Either they starved to death or froze to death! But as they waited, this family bought houses, fields, land, and shops... What in the world was going on with this outrageous fortune? —— People in the capital city knew that the Jin Prince married a peasant girl who only knew how to farm, and he cherished her like a pearl. Everyone was waiting to see how this country girl turned princess would make a fool of herself and disgrace the Jin Prince. However, one day, they discovered that the legendary certain someone and another certain someone were actually the little princess of the Jin Prince's family! What happened to the little peasant girl who was supposed to only know how to farm? (Witness how this little peasant girl will become famous throughout the world and become the wealthiest under heaven!)

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Strong soldiers/army Fiction
Strong soldiers/army

Fans of the Iron Blood Army's history, please show your support! Author's custom tag: Hot-blooded

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Dilemma Fiction
Dilemma

Rolling wheels of history, heroes and brave men are hard to come by again. No matter how extraordinary of a hero you are, you can never escape the temptations of money, power, and desire. Let me tell you a ridiculous story, about an absurd person, who did something completely absurd. There must always be someone who has done something different, someone who... perhaps, after all.

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Rebuilding the Prosperous Tang Dynasty of Life Fiction
Rebuilding the Prosperous Tang Dynasty of Life

They say there are five types of people that Tang Chuan shouldn't be: one being the Crown Prince. If you don't understand, just read Li Chen's story. As soon as he transmigrated, he almost got killed. Then he was about to be thrown into a cesspit. Just when he thought he had escaped, he was going to be buried alive. Why does the dog emperor keep chasing after me? Even when I fled to the temple, I was still pursued. On the escape route, I even ended up with four tag-alongs. How am I going to live like this? It's okay, I'm not afraid. I swear to speak with an influential Tang dynasty. All under heaven shall be the land of Tang, and all the coasts of the world shall be inhabited

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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."

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Back to the Song Dynasty, I am Emperor Zhezong. Fiction
Back to the Song Dynasty, I am Emperor Zhezong.

Falling into the ocean, unexpectedly I returned to the Northern Song dynasty as Emperor Zhezong. Witness how I turn the tides, break free from weakness, and launch a Northern campaign against the Liao dynasty, a Western conquest of the Western Xia dynasty, a Southern pacification of the Dali kingdom, and a conquest of the Tubo kingdom, unleashing the might of the Chinese empire upon the world. What's that? You're asking how many great generals the Song dynasty had? What about Lu Junyi, the Jade Qilin? Do you like Lin Chong, the Panther Head? How about Huyan Zhuo with his twin whips? Put your mind to work and think, see how my ironclad cavalry of the celestial empire dominates the world.

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Xiangba Three Kingdoms Fiction
Xiangba Three Kingdoms

Zhang Xiang, an ordinary unemployed young man, crossed over to the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty and unexpectedly became the younger brother of Zhang Fei. Liu Bei, that big-eared bandit, can forget about realizing his dream; there

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Lu Bu Fiction
Lu Bu

Reborn as Lu Bu, dominating the Three Kingdoms. Dear readers, if you think "Lu Bu" is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ group and on Weibo!

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Mighty Han Army Fiction
Mighty Han Army

New book in the works!

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Nan Song does not cough. Fiction
Nan Song does not cough.

Background Song Dynasty was a unique period in history. It possessed three out of the four great inventions. It had significantly higher tax revenue compared to other dynasties. Its foreign trade and commercial scale were well-developed. It also had a high level of urbanization, poised for further transformation. Unfortunately, it encountered the Mongol Empire, a seemingly insurmountable historical challenge. Consequently, its process of development was abruptly interrupted, leading to the decline and eventual oblivion of the dynasty. The protagonist, Hong Tao, is a seasoned professional who has been reborn three

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Han Ming Da Huang Pao Fiction
Han Ming Da Huang Pao

What can one person really change? Beneath the beauty of ideas and actions lies the cruel reality. I provided millions of bushels of grain in relief, yet farmers in Shaanxi still starved to death; I opened trade routes that stretched to the four seas, but the taxed silver still ended up in the officials' pockets. What use is this title to me? What meaning is there in trying to change the world? I want a just world under a clear sky; I want majestic mountains and rivers; I want the land to produce talented individuals for generations to come. Starting as a commoner, I achieved the rank of a count through one battle, but found it difficult to find peace in the

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Arms Compendium of the Great Song Dynasty Fiction
Arms Compendium of the Great Song Dynasty

Master of Weapons in the Heroic Legend of the Northern Song Dynasty! Breaking the Khitan, exterminating the Western Xia! Severing the roots of chaos, the Jurchens and Mongols shall not prevail! Taming Tibet, reclaiming the Western Regions! Washing away the shame of the Tang dynasty, retaliating against the Abbasid Caliphate, the prestige of the Chinese nation resonates across distant lands! The strength of the Great Song surpasses the prosperous eras of the Han and Tang dynasties, unparalleled in history! ……………… What is a master of weapons? A true master of weapons not only excels in crafting unique and sharp weaponry, but also surpasses the capabilities of those who wield them! – "The Weapons Compendium of the Great Song? by Lu You"

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1899 The Grand Era Fiction
1899 The Grand Era

At the beginning of the 20th century, with various factions rising and destiny expanding, China found itself in its darkest hour...

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The golden bowl is missing. Fiction
The golden bowl is missing.

During the reign of Emperor Huizong of Song, the Song, Liao, and Jin dynasties each held their own territories in the vast land of China. The Jin dynasty thrived, while the Liao dynasty suffered from deep-rooted problems. Meanwhile, the Song government, since the peace

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The Great Tang Divine Dynasty. Fiction
The Great Tang Divine Dynasty.

The Eighteen Heroes of Sui and Tang dynasties were all extraordinary. Qin Shuobao broke the river with a single halberd, Li Yuanba shattered the mountain with a hammer, and Yu Chi Gong marched fearlessly amidst ten thousand troops. As the protagonist, Liu Li was equally impressive, supporting the sky with a single pillar!

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Expedition to Europe Fiction
Expedition to Europe

In the year , as the First World War raged on in Europe, havoc and devastation spread throughout the continent. Faced with such dire circumstances, the Beiyang government dispatched a workforce of ten thousand laborers to Europe. Seizing the opportunity, Qin Zhiyuan promptly joined their ranks and established a Chinese unit within the French Foreign Legion. After enduring tremendous sacrifices, they emerged victorious alongside the Allied forces. However, at the Paris Peace Conference, Qin Zhiyuan realized that the Beiyang government had gained nothing but humiliation and loss as the vanquishing nation. At this moment of glory for the Chinese people, Qin Zhiyuan discovered that both he and his troops were left homeless. "Since there is no place for us in this vast world, we shall carve out our own space for survival with our own swords," Qin Zhiyuan declared, unsheathing his weapon and surveying his surroundings.

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