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The Adventures of Plimoth PlantationAward-Winning Children’s Author Pens Delightful New Chapter Book in Honor of the Mayflower’s 400th Anniversary (1620-2020)

‘The Adventures of Plimoth Plantation: As Told By the Mayflower Mouse’ by Marian R. Carlson is a fresh and engaging retelling of the Mayflower’s voyage and the establishment of America’s Hometown

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Winner of a Parents’ Choice GOLD Award

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John Adams, The Voice Heard 'Round The World

 

John Adams: The Voice Heard ‘Round the World

“This is an important work! It’s a great story, I love it!”
Jean Fritz, award-winning children’s book author

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In Search of the Great American Writers

In Search of the Great American Writers: An Imaginary Journey Back in Time with Intrepid Reporter Nellie Bly.

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David McCullough & Hannah Carlson


Pulitzer Prize-winning author David McCullough narrates Boston Landmarks Orchestra recording, “John Adams: The Voice Heard ‘Round the World” CD accompanies richly-illustrated children’s book.

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American Genius: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

The life story of Longfellow is full of drama, romance, and tragedy.

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Yankee Doodle's Pen

 

 

Yankee Doodle’s Pen: Wheatley, Washington, and Longfellow

Step back in time and discover what a slave, a general, and a poet have in common.

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Yankee Doodle’s Pen: Wheatley, Washington, and Longfellow

Yankee Doodle's Pen
Yankee Doodle’s Pen

Step back in time and discover what a slave, a general, and a poet have in common. This reading for middle grade students celebrates Black History Month in February, Women’s History Month in March and Patriot’s Day and National Poetry Month in April while focusing on American history all year. The 50-minute play lends itself to students, parents, professionals, or a combination in the cast. It is classroom tested and meets the Massachusetts Curriculum Standards.

In “Yankee Doodle’s Pen” the characters of Phyllis Wheatley (a young black poet), George Washington (Commander of the Continental Army), and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow (a world famous poet) appear on stage to share their common love of America. The action takes place at the Longfellow House in Cambridge, where each of the three lived or visited over the years. The house was the Headquarters of General George Washington in 1775 and 1776.

These three patriots write letters and read them out-loud, describing dramatic colonial and Victorian events. They hold an actual press conference together, expressing their opinions about war and slavery. Their vision of freedom binds them together. The purpose of the play is to present living history to inspire 4th through 6th graders to become familiar with our great leaders and poets from the past.

This is a one-act historical reading for middle grade students. Celebrate Black History Month in February, Women’s History Month in March, Patriot’s Day and National Poetry Month in April.

“Children should perform in more plays. I feel they will never forget a historical event if they’re in a play about it!”
-David McCullough, Historian, Pulitzer Prize Award Winner

“Our family helped prepare for the play, made costumes, and had a wonderful time while learning some important American history.”
-Parent of a 5th grade student

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