Happy Memorial Day!! To honor our fallen soldiers, we thought we would share a book about them. We are focusing on the Civil War and the middle grade graphic novel we are sharing is more about how the Civil War was reported to the citizens of the United States and in particular by Alfred Waud. The book is What Was the Turning Point in the Civil War? Alfred Waud Goes to Gettysburg by Ellen T. Crenshaw. It is recommended for ages 8 to 12. It is not only great for Memorial Day but also helps teach some of the history of the USA just in time for the big 250th celebration in July!
About the Book:
Discover the story behind the Battle of Gettysburg through the eyes of war reporter Alfred Waud in this compelling graphic novel — written and illustrated by National Book Award-longlisted creator Ellen T. Crenshaw.Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times best-selling Who Was? series!
See the Battle of Gettysburg through the eyes Alfred Waud, a special artist and war correspondent whose depiction of Pickett’s Charge is thought to be the only visual account by an eyewitness. A story of extreme risk, strife, and the search for truth, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into the crucial Civil War battle — brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that jump off the page.
From Me:
This book shares a bit of history about the Civil War as well as information about the people who reported it to the civilians. It is a graphic novel so there is action and lots of illustrations. However, there are also pages that explain more about someone like the one below that explains what a special artist was. There are some of these pages about specific people as well throughout the book.
This book is about the Battle of Gettysburg as well as about a specific special artist, Alfred Waud. It is due to Waud's illustrations that an eyewitness account illustration exists. It was published in Harper's Weekly, the newspaper for which Alfred worked. The book does a wonderful job of explaining various tactics and things that happen in the battle. It also does a good job of sharing some of the characteristics of the people who fought in it. This battle was a bloody one for both sides. It is a battle full of people to remember today.
This book is perfect for teaching kids about the Civil War and the Battle of Gettysburg. It was the turning point of the war and an important one to remember. The book even shares some of Lincoln's famous speech and the true importance of it. This is a great book for summer reading as well as to use in a classroom studying the Civil War. It is also great for Civil War enthusiasts and kids who enjoy military books.
