Robert Henry Hendershot

Robert Henry Hendershot: True Stories from America's Past by Susan E. Godman, illus. by Doris Ettlinger, 2003, pbk, 64 pp. Ages: 9-12.

In this true story, Robert Henry Hendershot runs away from home to join the Civil War to become a drummer boy. His heroism during the battle of Fredericksburg earns him the honor of meeting President Lincoln. Instead of the usual readers, this is a great story for the child who is beginning short chapter books (i.e. Magic Tree House). At the end of the story, there is a short explanation about his life and the battle of Fredericksburg and the Civil War.

This is part of the Brave Kids series (Ready for Chapters).
Cora Frear