historical fiction series for elementary students

Are you searching for an engaging historical fiction series to captivate and educate elementary students? Look no further! In this article, we will explore a selection of highly recommended historical fiction series that are perfect for young readers. Whether they are interested in ancient civilizations, renowned figures, or fascinating events, these series will transport them to different time periods while also promoting literacy skills and a love for history.

1. "Magic Tree House" by Mary Pope Osborne: This beloved series follows the adventures of siblings Jack and Annie as they discover a magical tree house that can transport them through time. Each book takes readers on exciting journeys to various historical events and places, such as Ancient Egypt, the Middle Ages, and the American Revolution.

2. "American Girl: Beforever" by various authors: Based on the popular American Girl dolls, this series delves into different eras of American history. Each book features a relatable girl protagonist who shares her unique perspective and experiences during specific time periods, such as Colonial America, the Civil War, and World War II.

3. "I Survived" by Lauren Tarshis: This action-packed series focuses on young characters who encounter significant historical disasters or events. By blending fictional stories with real-life events, Tarshis effectively engages young readers with tales of survival. From the sinking of the Titanic to the destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina, these books provide thrilling insights into history.

4. "The Magic School Bus: Miss Frizzle's Adventures" by Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen: Join the eccentric Miss Frizzle and her students on their zany field trips through time and space! While primarily known for their science-focused content, these books also incorporate historical elements, making them perfect for elementary readers interested in both subjects.

5. "Dear America" by various authors: Known for their diary-entry format, these books offer a personal and immersive perspective on different periods in American history. Readers will feel connected to the young protagonists as they navigate major historical events, such as the Great Depression, the Revolutionary War, and the Civil Rights Movement.

To further enhance your elementary students' historical fiction reading experience, be sure to visit educational websites such as Scholastic's "Historical Fiction for Kids" and Common Sense Media's "Best Historical Fiction Books for Kids," which provide additional recommendations and resources for young readers.

In conclusion, these engaging historical fiction series for elementary students are sure to ignite a passion for history while also fostering reading skills. From time-traveling adventures to personal accounts of historical events, these books offer a wide range of captivating narratives. So, embark on a literary journey with your young readers today and watch their love for history unfold!
Superior Son-in-law Fiction
Superior Son-in-law

It was inexplicable how I became the son-in-law of the Shen family. Although I was a fake, I was also a "virtuous and noble" good son-in-law. I excelled in poetry and essays... Shamelessness makes one invincible! Of course, being the son-in-law of an old emperor was also a great pressure! As a time traveler with no relatives, I was determined to be a good son-in-law! Book group number:

291.70 Million words | 2021-07-14 02:09Update

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The Super Soldier King of Resistance against Japan Fiction
The Super Soldier King of Resistance against Japan

The strongest soldier leader accidentally time-traveled to the anti-Japanese battlefield in the 1940s with his team. Let's witness how Qiao Youhua, the strongest soldier, leads his brothers to kill the Japanese invaders, eliminate the traitors, and seek revenge. A beautiful and gentle female student, and a hot-tempered female communication soldier...

417.70 Million words | 2021-08-04 16:29Update

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The King of Special Mercenaries Fiction
The King of Special Mercenaries

New recruit Li An participated in the special forces selection competition and passed all the tests, aiming to become the king of special forces. However, he was repeatedly targeted by mercenaries and forced to enter the world of mercenaries. With a strong determination, he built his own mercenary team and gradually grew into the mercenary king.

187.80 Million words | 2020-08-10 00:43Update

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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 Transmigrated Princess Wants to Level Up. Fiction
The Transmigrated Princess Wants to Level Up.

Having crossed over one day, she woke up to find herself no longer in favor in the palace, but rather a neglected royal consort. To make matters worse, she was gravely injured and had little time left to live. In terms of misfortune, she ranked second to none. Everyone wanted her dead, and everyone wanted to use her. So she decided to show everyone her strength. Anyone who dared

214.93 Million words | 2023-05-08 06:42Update

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The Supreme Monarch Fiction
The Supreme Monarch

"We cannot abandon our responsibilities. We are professional warriors, and we must fight against the Emperor till the end," said the spit-spattering members of the Professional Cockfighting Squad of the Ming Dynasty Civil Official Group. "These fools! With just two fingers, I can defeat them easily. Leave them to me. You focus on fighting against external enemies," said the high-spirited Ming Emperor to the military officials who had black lines on their faces. He was the most accomplished ruler of our Great Ming Empire, a monarch whose achievements outshone countless emperors in Chinese history. Without him, there

115.81 Million words | 2021-03-23 23:29Update

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Rebirth: Wu Dalang's Mastery in the Song Dynasty Fiction
Rebirth: Wu Dalang's Mastery in the Song Dynasty

The underworld leader, Wu Zhi, transformed into Wu Dalang, presenting a series of stories that are either touching or passionate. The iron-blooded manor, the deep-seated enmity between Song and Liao, an exhilarating life, and the arrival of a captivating beauty! Please enjoy "The Epic of the Mighty Prince Wu Zhi of the Song Dynasty"! This work contains references to historical facts, but it should not be considered a strict alternate history.

584.27 Million words | 2021-07-21 18:44Update

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Treasure of Chaos Age Fiction
Treasure of Chaos Age

Baby is always enticing, and there is a wide variety of treasures in the world. But when it comes to the Imperial Seal, it becomes somewhat special. Ancient idioms such as "priceless" and "the missing piece returned to Zhao" all come from this national treasure. Every emperor in the history of China has regarded it as a precious treasure. Without it, it seems that even the emperor lacks confidence. However, this treasure has disappeared suddenly and reappeared intermittently, wandering through the years, and its whereabouts remain unknown. However, history always moves forward and will not stagnate or change because of the rise and fall of a treasure. Later generations include treasure seekers, counterfeiters, those who deceive others with fake treasures, those who lose themselves in the pursuit of treasure, those blinded by greed, those who seize by cunning, and the true nature of humanity is often revealed in front of it. The pursuit of treasures often reflects the essence of individuals and the society. The experiences of treasure seekers are often extraordinary. However, what is the true national treasure? Is it just a seal, or is it the destiny of a nation itself? This article tells the interesting stories of different people who are indirectly connected through the pursuit of treasures. But the search is not limited to just a seal. In these extraordinary journeys, the loss, discovery, awakening, and rational enlightenment gained through the baptism of hidden treasures are what truly matter.

142.96 Million words | 2020-11-25 01:18Update

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First Family of the Great Tang Dynasty Fiction
First Family of the Great Tang Dynasty

I traveled through time and arrived at the Cheng family's residence. My father is the infamous tyrant of the early Tang Dynasty, and the Cheng family is known for their close brotherhood and six talented children. We ask if you are afraid. The third child of the Cheng family, who has tasted the hearts of bears and leopards and drunk soup made from the hearts and lungs of wolves and dogs, has nothing to fear. "Father, Mother, I brought some beggar chicken for you to eat." "Ha-ha, little brat, where did these lotus leaves come from?" "I picked them with Cheng San Ge at the lotus garden." "...As expected, Cheng! Lao! San!" "Father, Mother, what happened? You both look terrifying." "Zhao Kun, tell Cheng Lao San that if that boy dares to come near the lotus garden again, I will break his legs." "Father, Mother, I brought you something delicious again." Emperor Li Shimin of the Great Tang Dynasty had a dark expression on his face. Empress Changsun, virtuous and kind, had visible veins on her forehead. "Father, Mother, today I brought you bamboo rice in bamboo tubes." "Isn't this the clump of square bamboo that I love the most?" "Cheng San Ge made it so delicious. Father, Mother, please try it..." "Ha-ha-ha... Cheng Lao San, very good, very good... Mmm, the taste is excellent!" "Father, why do you speak with your teeth clenched?" "What are you talking about? Ha-ha-ha... you must be mistaken, little brat. Wait a moment, Father has something to attend to..." "Go and tell Cheng San Lang that if that bastard dares to touch a single blade of grass in the palace again, I will make sure he won't survive."

117.49 Million words | 2021-12-08 03:36Update

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Patrolling the Great Ming Dynasty. Fiction
Patrolling the Great Ming Dynasty.

Otaku Duan Fei traveled to the middle of the Ming Dynasty and became a low-ranking constable. With his extensive knowledge from reading countless books and watching American dramas, he unraveled major cases and became the renowned "God Constable"! Solving cases? Piece of cake!! (QQ Group: Thanks to the genie lamp's support, O(∩_∩)O~) Cheating, deceit, and fraud? That's how fortunes are made! Like the wind follows the tiger and clouds follow the dragon, a true talent is never lonely. The Jinyiwei and Dongchang sent him covert flirtations; the six ministries of the imperial cabinet begged him to take the lead; rebels came to usurp the throne under the pretext of upholding justice. Skillfully maneuvering between major forces, he patrolled the heavens, punished corrupt officials, fought off pirates in the East Sea, and kicked the Mongols in the north. He changed history and reshaped the future. From the moment he appeared, future historians acclaimed this era as the "Post Zhengde Period" with utmost admiration.

182.38 Million words | 2023-05-15 18:00Update

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Bone Setting Fiction
Bone Setting

When the North Wind howls, he rides alone with a long sword, his red robe stained with blood, cutting down the enemy amidst thousands of troops and horses; Amidst the snowy desert, he stands tall with his sword, with 18,000 iron-clad warriors, leaving the Yang Pass and passing through prosperous lands. When the purple gas emerges from all directions, he indulges in endless drinking, painting and writing with a yellow flag, building a foundation for the ages through laughter and discussion within the palace...New book "Ten Emperors of the Ten Kingdoms" http://book.zongheng.com/book/.html

519.05 Million words | 2022-05-30 04:30Update

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Jade Beauty Arrives Fiction
Jade Beauty Arrives

After being reborn, I became the unattainable desire of my ex-husband, full of greed, anger, and obsession... In my past life, you ended my life and annihilated my clan. In this life, I will seize your empire and send you to the underworld... Living a second life, Xiao Yun always reminded herself not to be emotionally involved, to avoid suffering... But unfortunately, she met him. Little did she expect that this person would emerge from the depths of darkness. He said: I have crossed the abyss of darkness and overcome numerous obstacles, all for your affection, to serve you as my queen! Heartless little thing, could you perhaps move me even just a bit? She replied: A person without a heart, how can their heart be moved? Strong and powerful, without cruelty, with an exceptionally sound worldview. The female lead never harms innocent people. The male lead is full of all kinds of romantic and dramatic elements...

428.54 Million words | 2020-10-11 08:06Update

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Inverted Brightness 1644 Fiction
Inverted Brightness 1644

Prince Zhu Ci of the Ming Dynasty, heading southward to ascend the throne, first pacified Zuoliangyu, then exterminated the Donglin Party, solidifying the Southern Ming's reign. Establishing a strong army, annihilating the rebels Li Zicheng and Zhang Xianzhong, launching a Northern Expedition, defeating the Manchu Qing Dynasty, reclaiming the nation. With unwavering determination, expanding the territory in all directions! The world of the late Ming Dynasty was truly splendid, witnessing the rise and fall of the Ottoman Empire and the Netherlands, the emergence of Britain and Russia, and the Mughal Empire of China shall no longer remain silent as it did in history!

260.13 Million words | 2021-10-01 05:16Update

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Wolf King of Special Forces Fiction
Wolf King of Special Forces

Iron-blooded Blade, Jungle War God, Special Operations Wolf King, who can contend with them. Jungle boy Wu Fei possesses unmatched throwing knives, wolf-driving techniques, and formidable martial arts skills. In a fortuitous event, he is pursued by his enemies, resulting in the death of his grandfather. Without hesitation, Wu Fei enters the military camp. Through intense training and his unique skills, he rises as the Wolf King of the Special Operations world. Amidst the generational vendetta, Wu Fei's love affairs, the tender and ruthless nature of soldiers, the intertwining of life and death on the battlefield, cruelty and bloodshed forge him into an indomitable warrior of steel. The Special Operations Wolf King leads his team, traversing every obstacle and crafting magnificent stories of steel-hearted warriors. Special Operations Wolf King Reader Group ( ) QQ Communication Group.

382.36 Million words | 2022-06-23 11:39Update

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Hanwa Fiction
Hanwa

The once mighty Han Empire has reached its desperate end. The glorious Han ethnicity is about to plummet into the depths of darkness. The curtain of chaos slowly unveils, marking an era of blood and fire, a time belonging to heroes, yet also a tragic era... By my blood, I offer the soul of Xuanyuan, protecting the multitude of Han commoners! By my body, I transform Qin bricks and Han tiles, constructing the Great Wall spanning thousands of miles for our Huaxia! I am Liu Ze, and here I come. This is my story: Witness how an underdog rises in the Three Kingdoms! In the hearts of a thousand people, there lie a thousand Three Kingdoms. Under the pen of Lao Feng, perhaps the most perfect Three Kingdoms cannot be written, but it will definitely not disappoint. Amidst the ruins of Han, we shall reshape a dream of end-of-Han China, shining brightly.

379.18 Million words | 2022-10-22 13:47Update

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Visualization of Virtuous Karma Fiction
Visualization of Virtuous Karma

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

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Prime Fiction
Prime

Breaking News! Breaking News! That infuriating Lin Ah Zhen has once again ejaculated and traversed both domestic and international territories. Miss Yin, please stop behaving like this, even touching someone's hand can cause a calamity. Can't we be more refined? Oh, no? Well then, close your eyes first, the mountains are still green, the waters are still long... Goodbye! Fairy Miss, I not only excel at undressing people, but I also carry a deadly weapon on me at all times. What? Where's the weapon? Come on! How about this? Is this weapon as powerful as the Golden Cudgel? I guarantee that I can defeat both the Spider Spirit and the White Bone Spirit within three rounds. Smack... What are you staring at? Haven't you seen a man with rouge on his cheeks before? Oh no! Darling Pian'er, did you forget to put the kitchen knife back in the kitchen? Ah Zhen Ge Ge, Pian'er wants to chop someone...

555.96 Million words | 2023-05-01 15:56Update

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My Black Hole Princess Fiction
My Black Hole Princess

Miss Mu, a young lady from the Mu family, born with an unfortunate fate. Ever since she was a child, misfortunes followed her everywhere she went. She caused the early demise of her own mother, and shortly after, her father also passed away. Not only that, but Miss Mu seemed to attract accidents and disasters constantly. She would stumble upon small mishaps every three days, and major calamities every seven days. Her body was always covered in old wounds that never seemed to heal, as new injuries continued to appear. Fortunately, her father, Mr. Mu, was a charitable man who had done many good deeds, thus barely managing to keep her alive. Now, at the age of marriage eligibility, no one came forward to propose. It is not surprising though, as soon as the people of Jiangnan hear

456.28 Million words | 2020-08-07 17:23Update

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Step by Step Startled the Tang Dynasty Fiction
Step by Step Startled the Tang Dynasty

Li Ang was transported to an abandoned child raised by a pack of wolves. With his mysterious background, he became entangled in a series of family conflicts, local official struggles, palace power struggles, and ultimately played a crucial role in the An Lushan Rebellion. Various power tactics, betrayals, assassinations, scheming, opportunism, and secret maneuvers abound. This is also an era of openness and grandeur, with beautiful women as stunning as the moon, picturesque landscapes, magnificent poetry, and vibrant spirits. Lifelong friendships that can withstand life and death, heartwarming family bonds, and passionate love stories thread throughout the book, showcasing the fascinating and magnificent image of the prosperous Tang Dynasty from various perspectives. I have already completed

120.55 Million words | 2021-01-29 04:39Update

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Tang Dynasty Blade Level 999 Fiction
Tang Dynasty Blade Level 999

Network writer Qin Chuan, carrying a knife-level system, arrived in the Tang Dynasty. Then, to his surprise, he found out that this Tang Dynasty seemed to be not so serious! (Already has two million premium books, "The Number One Wastrel in the Tang Dynasty," with no records of interrupted updates, guaranteed to be a "pit" of good quality, feel free to dive in. Note: This book is semi-fictional, not based on historical facts, please refrain from entering if you are a stickler for accuracy.)

23.92 Million words | 2021-02-01 22:53Update

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