The Winter of Red Snow (Dear America) - by Kristiana Gregory

Book Synopsis

The beloved, bestselling Dear America series returns in a new, stunning deluxe paperback with French flaps, with critically acclaimed author Kristiana Gregory's thrilling story of the Revolutionary War, The Winter of Red Snow. Perfect for celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence!

Eleven-year-old Abigail Jane Stewart's life in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania has been haunted by war for two years now, she and her family have thrived all the same. Until everything is upended when Abby is woken by the unfamiliar sound of drums.

General George Washington is leading the Continental soldiers into their winter encampment at Valley Forge.

Abby's diary tells the stories of her family, friends, and neighbors, and the sides they have to choose, during one of the most memorable and crucial winters in American history.

The Dear America series transformed the way millions of readers learned about American history. These new editions will be beautifully packaged as deluxe paperbacks with gold foil and French flaps. With an updated look, these books are perfect for a new generation of readers.

Review Quotes

Praise for Dear America:

"This Scholastic series combines two truths--that imagining oneself into history is the best way of learning it, and that diaries are the most intimate art form--to create books that tell history through young girls' eyes. Both girls and boys, tired of hearing about history from the top down, will find an entry point for their imaginations in these fictional diaries based on actual people and real events." -- Gloria Steinem, Founder of Ms. and New York magazines

"More than a supplement to classroom textbooks, this series is an imaginative, solid entre into American history." -- Publishers Weekly

"An impressive series that will challenge students to make connections from prominent historical events to relevant life situations... A wonderful asset to the classroom as well as to home libraries." -- Children's Book Review Service

"Engaging, accessible historical fiction." -- School Library Journal

"The Dear America diaries represent the best of historical fiction for any age." -- Chicago Tribune

About the Author

Kristiana Gregory is the bestselling author of many Dear America titles, including THE WINTER OF RED SNOW and its follow-up, CANNONS AT DAWN; ACROSS THE WIDE AND LONESOME PRAIRIE; and SEEDS OF HOPE. She has also written the Cabin Creek Mysteries, which are based on bedtime stories she told her sons when they were young and restless. Kristiana lives in Boise, Idaho. Visit her online at www.kgregorybooks.com.