The Secrets of Civil War Spies

<p><strong>In this historical fiction book by former educator Nancy Lesourd young readers can experience American history through the letters of two girls witnessing the Civil War firsthand: Molly who joins a spy ring against the Confederacy in Richmond supported by her Union-loyal aunt; and Emma who disguised herself as a boy to help the Yankee cause and who is based on the real-life Sarah Emma Edmunds. Filled with period-accurate information this book brings history to life and is also perfect for classrooms or homeschool use.</strong></p><p>Within this novel in Liberty Letters series late-elementary and middle school readers can explore the fictionalized story of two girls who find themselves in the middle of world-shaping events.</p><p>Desperate to help the Union Emma dresses herself as a boy and enlists as a Yankee soldier and is soon fighting with her regiment on Virginia battlefields and spying for the Union. While in Richmond her friend Molly discovers a spy ring against the Confederacy and finds herself aiding their cause. While the war tears the nation apart both girls must find a way to keep their secrets safe and decide whether they will risk everything--including their lives and freedom--for what they believe.</p><p>While reading <em>Secrets of Civil War Spies </em>readers 8-12 will also encounter: </p><ul><li>Period-accurate historical details that help bring history to life in an entertaining and educational way--including information on the actual Sarah Emma Edmunds</li><li>An exploration of the challenges and barriers women faced in that time period including tests to their beliefs</li><li>A chance to think through how they may have reacted in these important times ... and how they can act today as history continues to unfold around them.</li></ul><p><em>Secrets of Civil War Spies</em> is: </p><ul><li>an ideal addition to homeschool or classroom history curriculums</li><li>perfect for any young woman interested in history or what they can do to shape our world today based on the important lessons of the past</li><li>a great gift for birthdays or holidays that will also empower and inspire the young girl in your life</li></ul><p>And if you enjoyed <em>Secrets of Civil War Spies </em>don't forget to check out the other books in the Liberty Letters series: <em>Adventures in Jamestown Escape on the Underground Railroad </em>and <em>Attack at Pearl Harbor</em></p>