Nathan Hale: America's First Spy

RedChairPress — Thu, 24 Jul 2025 19:44:07 +0000

The American colonies had just declared independence from the British. But General George Washington knew things were not going the Americans' way. When Gen. Washington needed someone to spy on the British, only one young man volunteered. That man was Nathan Hale, an early American hero.

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Advanced (9 to 13)

Language:

English

ISBN:

978-1634402965

Red Chair Press

Aaron Derr (Author), Tami Wicinas

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Action Adventure, Boys, History, Little Brave Stories

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Illustrations

Keywords:

spy, soldier, courage, secrets, history, america, loyalty, bravery.

https://www.amazon.com/Nathan-Hale-Americas-Hidden-History/dp/1634402960

Nathan Hale AMERICAS FIRST SPY by Aaron Derr illustrated by Tami Wicinas Nathan Hale AMERICAS FIRST SPY Pick up art from story by Aaron Derr illustrated by Tami Wicinas Hidden History Spies is produced and published by Red Chair Press Red Chair Press LLC PO Box South Egremont MA wwwredchairpresscom Publishers CatalogingInPublication Data Names Derr Aaron Wicinas Tami illustrator Title Nathan Hale Americas first spy by Aaron Derr illustrated by Tami Wicinas Description South Egremont Massachusetts Red Chair Press Series Hidden history spies Interest age level Includes sidebars of interest a glossary and resources to learn more Includes bibliographical references and index Summary It was September and the American colonies had just declared independence from the British But General George Washington knew things were not going the Americans way When Gen Washington needed someone to spy on the British only one young man volunteered That man was Nathan Hale an early American hero Provided by publisher Identifiers LCCN ISBN library hardcover ISBN ebook Subjects LCSH Hale Nathan 17551776Juvenile literature SpiesUnited States History18th centuryJuvenile literature United StatesHistoryRevolution 17751783Secret serviceJuvenile literature CYAC Hale Nathan SpiesUnited StatesHistory18th century United StatesHistoryRevolution 17751783Secret service Classification LCC E280H2 D47 print LCC E280H2 ebook DDC 9733850924dc23 Copyright Red Chair Press LLC RED CHAIR PRESS the RED CHAIR and associated logos are registered trademarks of Red Chair Press LLC All rights reserved No part of this book may be reproduced stored in an information or retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means electronic mechanical including photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission from the Publisher For permissions contact inforedchairpresscom Photo credit p Andrea Sprockett p Courtesy of the author Aaron Derr p Courtesy of the illustrator Tami Wicinas Map illustration by Joe LeMonnier Printed in the United States of America Table of Contents Chapter A Brave Volunteer Chapter Hale Joins The Fight Chapter His Secret Mission Chapter The Final Hours Glossary For More Information Index Chapter A Brave Volunteer On September the United States of America was only two months old But already things werent looking good The thirteen American colonies had just declared their independence from Great Britain and Great Britain wasnt happy about it British soldiers had taken over Long Island which is part of New York City British warships filled the waters around New York Many American soldiers were terrified that they were going to lose the war George Washington years before he would become our first president was the commanderinchief of the American army He knew how serious the situation was The thirteen colonies General Washingtons only hope was to send a spy into Long Island to get information about the British Army How many British soldiers were there And what were they going to do next It would be a very dangerous mission The spy would be surrounded by enemies He would have to hide his true identity If he was caught he would be killed loyal officers called a secret meeting He wasnt going to command anyone to take the job He wanted someone to volunteer Thomas Knowlton one of Washingtons most

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Silent Journey

RedChairPress — Thu, 17 Jul 2025 19:36:45 +0000

Scott Schroeder dreams of a day when he and his father can have a home of their own. Following an accident that took his mother’s life eight years before, doctors discovered Scott was suddenly deaf.Blessed with being an accomplished gymnast and skilled at signing and reading lips, Scott’s biggest challenge is convincing others he is able to do all the same things as those in the hearing world. Picking up on conversations he observes along the way, Scott figures out a big family secret concerning his father and uncle and makes his mind up to play a part in their reconciliation.

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178

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Boys, Cars, Trucks & Planes, Growing Up, Little Brave Stories, Self Esteem, Special Needs

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deafness, resilience, adventure, gymnastics, family, secrets, friendship, reconciliation.

Silent Journey b y C a r l A N o v e l W a t o n s INTENTIONALLY THIS PAGE LEFT BLANK Silent Journey W a t A N o C a r o n v b l e y l s ONE ELM B O O K S ONE ELM B O O K S w i t h i l l u s t ONE ELM i r a t o n s B O O K S b y A n d r e w B o s l e y ONE ELM B O O K S Egremont Massachusetts ONE ELM ONE ELM B O O K S One Elm Books is an imprint of Red Chair Press LLC ONE ELM wwwredchairpresscom wwwoneelmpresscom Free Discussion Guide available online Publishers CatalogingInPublication Data Names Watson Carl author Bosley Andrew illustrator Title Silent journey a novel by Carl Watson with illustrations by Andrew Bosley Description Egremont Massachusetts One Elm Books an imprint of Red Chair Press LLC Interest age level Summary Following an accident that took his mothers life eight years before doctors discovered Scott Schroeder was suddenly deaf Picking up on conversations he observes Scott figures out a big family secret concerning his father and uncle and makes his mind up to play a part in their reconciliationProvided by publisher Identifiers ISBN hardcover ISBN paperback ISBN ebook Subjects LCSH Deaf childrenJuvenile fiction Family secrets Juvenile fiction LipreadingJuvenile fiction GymnastsJuvenile fiction CYAC Deaf childrenFiction Family secretsFiction LipreadingFiction GymnastsFiction Classification LCC PZ71W4152 Si print LCC PZ71W4152 ebook DDC Ficdc23 LC record available at httpslccnlocgov2019946960 This book is a work of fiction Any references to historical events real people or real places are used fictitiously Other names characters places and events are products of the authors imagination and any resemblance to actual events places or persons living or dead is entirely coincidental Main body text set in Bembo Text copyright by Carl Watson Copyright Red Chair Press LLC RED CHAIR PRESS ONE ELM Books logo and green leaf colophon are registered trademarks of Red Chair Press LLC All rights reserved No part of this book may be reproduced stored in an information or retrieval system or transmitted in any form by any means electronic mechanical including photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission from the Publisher For permissions contact inforedchairpresscom Printed and bound in the United States of America 1P F20CG Table of Contents Chapter Kansas Chapter A New Friend Chapter A New Home Chapter Abandoned Again Chapter Rustie Chapter The Rescue Chapter Fourth of July Chapter A Late Celebration Chapter Uncle Todd Chapter A New Experience Chapter A Dream Comes True Chapter The Competition Chapter The Unexpected Chapter The Landing Chapter A Revelation Chapter A Guest Chapter A Secret Revealed Chapter Journeys End In memory of Mike our funloving but protective German shepherd p t e r C h a Kansas Scott Schroeder yanked a can out of the drink machine in front of the gas station As he fumbled with his change from the slot a coin fell out of his hand and rolled out into the drive He stepped to it and bent over to pick it up A sudden bump from behind sent him sprawling Startled but unhurt he sat up as a large man jumped out of the cab of his truck and trudged toward him You all right asked the man puffing from the exertion Scott chastised himself as he thought about his carelessness Of all the stupid things to do this was one of the worst Seeing the kid was fine the concern on the mans face morphed into anger You idiot You stepped out right in front of my truck Scotts dad ran over from the gas pump where he had been fueling their car crouched next to Scott grabbed him by the shoulders and stared into his face You okay As Scott signed OK he felt his face turning red He wished he was an ant and could disappear down a crack in the pavement that this whole scene had never happened Glancing back his dad gave the driver a furious once over shouting Hes deaf man He couldnt hear you The drivers mouth dropped open How would I know that he yelled That boys gotta watch what hes doing Pivoting on his heel the man pounded the pavement all the way to his truck Incensed Charles Schroeder stood up as if he intended to lunge after him Scott had understood the exchange by reading their lips Pushing himself up he grabbed his dads arm then touching the tips of his hands to his own shoulders whispered My fault His dad exhaled as he peered into Scotts eyes He is right you know You have to be more careful Scott signed an S for yes without looking up He usually was careful knowing he had to use his eyes to compensate for his deafness but he had messed up Silently he vowed it would never happen again He scooped the scattered coins and slid them in his pocket picked up his drink and followed his dad into the gas station to buy a couple of snacks As the attendant greeted them Scott acknowledged him

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