And Then What Happened, Paul Revere?

by Jean Fritz

Book Overview

A true American story for young readers by the Newbery-Honor winning author Everyone knows about Paul Revere's midnight ride. But not everyone knows the harrowing details and narrow escapes that occurred along the way. This timeless and witty book highlights little-known facts about patriot Paul Revere.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0698113519
• ISBN13: 9780698113510
• Release Date: May 1996
• Publisher: Puffin Books
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.8" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 7 to 9 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 4

Customer Reviews

Paul Revere's Imperfect Ride

After all, Paul was only human. Read about his mistakes and his successes during the Revolutionary War time. For example, did you know he didn't even finish his big "midnight ride"? Even forgot his riding spurs. Of course, to be fair, he did ride as far as he did by outsmarting the English soldiers. All in all, Paul did a pretty good job, but nobody's perfect. (story biography: Revolutionary War; intermediate grades)

Use by a Teacher

The students enjoyed the story, illustrations, and humor. They also enjoyed the "What happened next?" opportunity to make predictions and get instant feedback. I had activities to go along with the book and I enjoyed how nicely they tied in.

A lighthearted look at history!

Jean Fritz offers a wonderful contribution to the enjoyment of American history with And Then What Happened, Paul Revere? As in the author's other history books for young readers, the story and participants are brought to life with accuracy and vibrant humor that few other writers could match. Highly recommended to kids and their parents!

Paul Fritz ?

This book was great! Fritz makes learning FUN! I never knew that Paul Revere forgot his spurs on his ride! Did You?

And then what happened, Paul Revere?

The story of Paul Revere is simply written by Fritz. Aftereach account she writes, "And then what happened? This patternthroughout the book makes the book easy to read, as you always know what the next section will be about. The information provided about Paul Revere is authentic. Young readers would find the information appealing. Not only does Fritz give authentic accounts of Revere's ride through Boston, Concord and Lexington, but she adds specific details to each. For example, she tells of how Revere and Adams had to return to a tavern in Lexington to get a trunk of important papers Adams had left, and how they walked right through the American lines in the process. While the actual text is informative yet light-hearted and easy to read, the illustrations provide essential support. This adds to the simplicity of the book. Included at the end of the story is an author's note on historical facts contained within the story that were not completely developed in the text. Fritz in her notes adds to the events so that the reader gets a true account of history. Overall, this book is an appealing, authentic, and easy to read account of Paul Revere's life, perfect for the middle school child!