Great Civil War Projects You Can Build Yourself (Build It Yourself series) - Softcover

Anderson, Maxine

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9780974934419: Great Civil War Projects You Can Build Yourself (Build It Yourself series)

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ISBN 10: 0974934410 ISBN 13: 9780974934419

Publisher: Nomad Press, 2005

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From uniforms and submarines to potato cannons and regimental flags, this interactive book explores the history and inventions of the Civil War through building projects and activities. Finished products include a set of Civil War drums, secret codes, and a Civil War spy glass. Detailed step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and templates for each project are interspersed with historical facts, biographies, anecdotes, and trivia about the real-life models. Most of the building can be done using simple household supplies: construction paper, tape, markers, glue, cardboard tubes, string, yarn, aluminum foil, and cardboard boxes.

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About the Author:

John Riddle is the author of 14 children's titles including Lintball Leo's Not-So-Stupid Questions about Your Body and The Story of the Pony Express. He is also the founder of "I Love To Write Day," a grassroots effort to have people of all ages practice their writing skills every November 15th. He lives in Bear, Delaware.

Review:

"A fascinating gem of a book." The New York Times Book Review

"An interesting and creative book that should give pleasure as well as knowledge to many children." James McPherson, Pulitzer Prize-winning author, Battle Cry of Freedom

"A fascinating, interactive history of the Civil War along with daily life on the home front and on the battlefield." —VOYA

"Offers elementary school teachers an excellent tool for introducing children to the Civil War in a unique but effective way." —James P. Weeks, PhD, editor, Civil War Times

"A great teacher resource to get younger students involved in learning about the Civil War." Civil War News

"The information...is solid and the activities should provide an engaging means for children to learn about the Civil War." Children's Literature

"A clever way to introduce kids to the Civil War or encourage a youngster's burgeoning interest." America's Civil War magazine

"An excellent source of Civil War history...a book rich in historical detail." Eclectic Homeschool Online

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