Benedict Arnold: Battlefield Hero or Selfish Traitor?

by Jessica Gunderson Narrated by Various Narrators

Overview

Soldier and commander. Traitor and turncoat. Benedict Arnold has been called many names throughout history. But who was the real Benedict Arnold? Explore Arnolds life as he fights his way through the American Revolution. Then decide for yourself whether he was a hero or a villain.

Editorial Reviews

School Library Journal

11/01/2013
Gr 3–5—"Benedict Arnold has been remembered as both a hero and a villain. What do you think?" With clarity and insight, this series shows just how slippery the slope between fame and infamy can be. With a focus on the subjects' motives, the authors present information without bias-explaining, for example, that Benedict Arnold betrayed the Colonies because he became bitter after his former supporter General Washington "issued a public reprimand about Arnold's behavior." The authors leave it up to readers to decide which side of the moral divide the men come down on. Bold, dynamic layouts attract the eye, while the colorful, high-resolution illustrations and photographs are perfect complements to the texts. Final sections encourage even more critical thinking and Common Core-relevant activities.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940172699511
Publisher:	Capstone Press
Publication date:	08/10/2017
Series:	Perspectives on History
Edition description:	Unabridged
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

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