Dear America Series
Overview & Summary
This long-running historical fiction series presents each installment as the fictional diary of a young girl living through a specific pivotal period of American history -- from the Oregon Trail to the Civil War to the Great Depression -- written by a rotating roster of acclaimed children's authors and grounded in careful historical research. Each volume combines an intimate personal narrative with real historical events and figures.
Available Formats
- Hardcover
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Who This Book Is For
A great pick for Middle school students (Grades 6–8) studying History and Humanities. Helps students connect historical events with real human stories and broader perspectives.
Why CE Recommends This Book
Selected for Academic Enrichment & Readiness. Pushing slightly beyond standard classroom expectations, this title widens vocabulary, supports steady Lexile growth, and builds the academic rigor needed for advanced middle and high school courses.
