Great Battles of the American Civil War for Kids: A Journey Through the Conflict That Defined a Nation (Kids Discovering America)

What does courage look like when a country turns against itself? It’s the steady hands loading rifles at dawn, the echo of drums across a misty field, and the quiet resolve of soldiers — brothers once, now foes — standing firm for what they believe. Great Battles of the American Civil War for Kids brings readers face to face with the conflict that reshaped a nation. From the first cannon fired at Fort Sumter to the final surrender at Appomattox, each chapter immerses you in the sights, sounds, and choices that defined America’s most devastating war. Through vivid storytelling and rich historical detail, the book reveals how courage, conviction, and compassion endured even amid destruction. Soldiers, leaders, and families alike faced impossible decisions that would determine not only victory, but the very meaning of freedom. Marching Through the Civil War The Nation Divides: Witness the first sparks of rebellion as North and South prepare for a conflict no one believed could last so long. Early Clashes and Hard Lessons: Relive the chaos of Bull Run and the sobering cost of war as both sides discover what it means when Americans fight Americans. Turning Points of History: Explore decisive battles at Antietam, Gettysburg, and Vicksburg, where courage and sacrifice turned the tide of the war. Leaders in the Storm: Meet Abraham Lincoln, Ulysses S. Grant, Robert E. Lee, and countless others whose choices shaped the nation’s destiny. The War at Home: Listen to the voice of not just the generals, politicians, and soldiers, but the families and everyday people who lived with the sacrifices and sadness that war brings. Freedom’s New Dawn: Follow the Emancipation Proclamation and the final campaigns leading to Appomattox — and the long road to healing that followed. Rich in detail and alive with human spirit, Great Battles of the American Civil War for Kidstransforms history into an unforgettable story of bravery, compassion, and endurance. Step onto the battlefields where America was tested — and where courage redefined the meaning of freedom. Add to Cart and experience the conflict that forever changed a nation. View Less