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Civil War Fifth Grade
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The American Civil War started in 1861 and ended in 1865. More than 600,000 soldiers died as a result of the bloody battles fought during those four years. This pathfinder is written to help 5th grade students find exciting and reliable information about the American Civil War. As you complete your research, you will discover many interesting photographs, facts and stories to help you understand the events that lead to the Civil War. You will also learn what life was like during this important time in our nation's history. Come along and explore the past, including the events and the people that helped shaped a young nation. Subject Reference Sources Nonfiction 920 FRI The Silent Witness: The True Story of the Civil War by Robin Freeman. This is the true story of how a rag doll is witness to the beginning of the Civil War on a plantation in Manassas, Virginia and becomes a souvenir from the signing of the surrender papers in Appomattox Court House. 973.04 MCN The Rise and Fall of American Slavery by Tim McNeese. This book details the experience of the slaves before, during and after the Civil War. 973.7 ASH The Underground Railroad by Ruth Ashby. The author of this book gives the history of slavery and tells information about some of the important people who took part in the Underground Railroad. 973.7 FOR African-American Soldiers in the Civil War: Fighting for Freedom by Carin T. Ford This book tells the story of the African-American men who fought in the Civil War. Their story is shown in pictures and facts. 973.7 FOR The American Civil War: An Overview by Carin T. Ford. This book provides colorful maps and illustrations from the time of the Civil War. There are many interesting facts to help you understand what life was like at this time. 973.7 FOR Lincoln, Slavery, and the Emancipation Proclamation by Carin T. Ford. This book tells how slavery started and what part it played in the causes of the Civil War. 973.7 OWE America’s Civil War by L.L. Owens. This book gives a brief overview of the American Civil War. It includes a timeline and introduces you to some of the key people of this time. 973.73 BUR The Battle of Gettysburg by Michael Burgan. This book describes the events that led to the Battle of Gettysburg as well as the highlights of the battle. Fiction E LEV Henry’s Freedom Box by Ellen Levine. This is the true story of Henry “box” Brown and the amazing way he was able to escape slavery after he was mailed to freedom. E POL Pink and Say by Patricia Polacco. This story explains how two extraordinary boys became unlikely friends as they fought to survive during the Civil War. You will witness their story and understand a little better the price the soldiers paid for our freedom. Biography B JAC Stonewall by Jean Fritz. This biography tells the story of Thomas “Stonewall” Jackson a Confederate general during the Civil War. His famous nickname was given to him because he stood like a stonewall during battle. B TUB Harriet Tubman by the Editors of TIME For Kids with Renee Skelton. This biography tells the life story of former slave Harriet Tubman and how she used the Underground Railroad to escape to freedom and then went back to save may others. Card Catalog Information about the Civil War may be located in the following sections of our library. Nonfiction 920 Books with facts about the Civil War 973 Books with facts about the Civil War B Biographies about important people of the Civil War. Fiction ( Call numbers include the first three letters of the author’s last name.) E Easy historical fiction books F Historical fiction books The following key words may be helpful as you search the online card catalog. Civil War slavery Underground Railroad Confederate Union Use any of the online resources by clicking on the URL to the left.. |