Boston Tea Party

Pamela Duncan Edwards' "Boston Tea Party" offers an accessible and engaging look at the historical events preceding the iconic tea dumping. Designed as an early chapter book, it explains the complex causes of the protest, such as taxation without representation, in a way that is understandable for children aged 4-11. The narrative is enhanced by Henry Cole's "mood-evoking" illustrations and the clever inclusion of English and colonial mouse characters, which provide a unique perspective and lighten the historical content. This book serves as an excellent introduction to the American Revolution, sparking curiosity about justice, fairness, and the fight for independence.

What would lead someone to go out in the middle of the night and throw shiploads of tea into a harbor? The Boston Tea Party is a familiar tale, but the story leading up to it goes beyond the drama of that one night. Pamela Duncan Edwards' unique take on this event gets to the root of the story as this prelude to the Revolutionary War unfolds. Enhanced by English and colonial mice characters, Henry Cole's rich and mood-evoking illustrations bring the story to life.