Sleds on Boston Common: A Story from the American Revolution

Times were hard for the people of colonial Boston in the winter of 1774. Not only had King George III of England closed the Boston harbor to punish all those who spoke against his harsh laws, he had sent thousands of soldiers, led by their commander-in-chief General Thomas Gage, to reinforce his edicts. Large numbers of British soldiers were encamped on the Boston Common, preventing the people of Boston from using their own public space. But at least the king had not closed the schools -- young Henry Price and his two brothers still had classes every day.
It had snowed hard for three nights, but Henry's ninth birthday was clear, perfect for sled riding. To his delight, despite the hard times, he was given a beautiful new sled made by his father. Excited by the thought of sledding on the Common, which had the best hills in Boston, Henry and his brothers took their sleds to school. Their sister, Kate, met them at lunchtime with corn bread, apple jam, and her own sled. Together, they hurried to the Common -- only to find that British troops had put their tents and cooking fires right in the middle of the sled runs. But Henry was determined to try his new sled. Could he find a way?
Based on the local lore of Boston, this tale of a courageous boy gives a rich picture of colonial life at a troubled time.

Author: Louise Borden
Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books
Published: 09/01/2000
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.73lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.86w x 0.42d
ISBN: 9780689828126
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.2
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 43550 / Sleds on Boston Common: A Story of the American Revolution


Review Citation(s):
Booklist 07/01/2000 pg. 2028
Publishers Weekly 08/14/2000 pg. 355
Horn Book Magazine 11/01/2000 pg. 743
School Library Journal 12/01/2000 pg. 97
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2000 pg. 59 - Superior,Well Above Average
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2001 pg. 59 - Superior,Well Above Average
Publishers Weekly 08/11/2000

About the Author
Borden, Louise: - Louise Borden graduated from Denison University with a degree in history. She taught first graders and preschoolers and later was a part-owner of a bookstore in Cincinnati, Ohio. In addition to writing children's books, she also speaks regularly to young students about the writing process. Her books include Good Luck, Mrs. K!, which won the Christopher Medal, and The A+ Custodian. She lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, and you can visit her at LouiseBorden.com.

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