Experiencing America's Story Through Fiction

Historical fiction helps young adults imagine the past through the lives and relationships of its protagonists, putting them at the center of fascinating times and places--and the new Common Core Standards allow for use of novels alongside textbooks for teaching history. Perfect for classroom use and YA readers' advisory, Crew's book highlights more than 150 titles of historical fiction published since 2000 appropriate for seventh to twelfth graders. Choosing novels which have been well reviewed, in Booklist, The Horn Book, History Teach, Journal of American History, and other periodicals, this resource will help teachers of history as well as school and public librarians who work with youth to promote a more inclusive understanding of America's story