[LM_NET] ELEM/MS: BOOK REVIEW: Colonial Voices by Kay Winters

[Toni Buzzeo <tonibuzzeo@TONIBUZZEO.COM>]

Colonial Voices: Hear Them Speak by Kay Winters, illustrated by Larry 
Day. Dutton, 2008. 978-0-525-47872-0

Boston, December 16, 1773. The day unfolds from dawn to dusk in this 
exceptional portrait of a city, a day, a movement, an event that 
changed a people and created a nation.  The story of the Boston Tea 
Party is told through a series of authentic colonial voices, from 
Patriot to Loyalist and in-between, from male and female, young and 
old, white, black, and Native.  Each voice speaks in free verse, 
revealing his or her perspective on the tea-laden ships and the tax 
to be imposed by the Tea Act.  Should it be paid? Should the ships be 
sent back to England? Or should the tea be disposed of in an act of 
rebellion?  This creative account will engage students in the tumult 
of the day as they analyze perspectives and learn a great deal about 
Colonial American society, mores, social strata, and roles.  Sepia 
toned watercolor and ink illustrations as well as carefully chosen 
font and design elements all transport the reader to 1773. In 
addition, back matter provides additional background about each 
"voice" and his or her trade and position in Colonial society.  A 
glossary and extensive bibliography round out this excellent 
text.  This is an essential purchase for elementary and middle 
schools and public library children's rooms. Suggested grades: 3-7.


Toni Buzzeo, MA, MLIS <mailto:tonibuzzeo@tonibuzzeo.com>
Maine Library Media Specialist of the Year Emerita
Buxton, ME 04093
http://www.tonibuzzeo.com
R is for Research, illustrated by Nicole Wong (Upstart 2008) BRAND NEW! 

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