Team Time Machine: American Revolution/The New Nation

Sometimes, history seems so far in the past and so far
from our experience that it's hard to comprehend its significance. This unique
collection pairs fictional young characters with factual historical events. With
the aid of a mysterious library that can transport people back in time, Team
Time Machine meets famous historical characters such as George Washington and
Thomas Jefferson and witnesses amazing moments such as the Boston Tea Party and
the Constitutional Convention. Though the time travelers' experiences, readers
learn that history can be accessible, understandable, and?perhaps mostly
importantly?fun!

• Celebrated historical images, enlightening maps, and
intriguing fact boxes support the reader-friendly text

• This series is a
motivating introduction to the world of historical fiction

• The topics were
chosen for their relevance to elementary social studies
curricula