Learn About Historical Fiction at Bright Hub

Historical fiction is a fascinating way to learn history, and kindles the interest of everyone, even those with little interest in it as a school subject. This literary genre includes made-up stories set in a authentic historic place, often including references to historical figures and events.

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Students Learn History with Fiction

Historical fiction for children is a fun way to learn history. Not only is this genre exciting, but also it is a great way to familiarize students with a specific period....

It Was So, It Was Not: Historical Fiction and Romanticism

Romanticism might have fallen out of favor lately, but historical fiction guarantees that it will always have a home....

It Was So, It Was Not: Historical Fiction and Romanticism

Romanticism might have fallen out of favor lately, but historical fiction guarantees that it will always have a home....

Summary of the Book, Silent Thunder: A Civil War Story

This is a summary of the book “Silent Thunder: A Civil War Story.” The novel is set in the civil war era, and authored by Andrea Davis Pinkney. Read on to find out how this novel will help...

Unit for The Witch of Blackbird Pond

Is the wrinkled old woman by the pond really a witch? Why is Kit drawn to her? When the citizens demand Kit's arrest, will she be able to prove her innocence? This unit on The Witch of...

Collaborative Teaching: History and Literature of the WWII Era

World War II and the time that followed was the catalyst for some of the best literature of all time. In this middle school literature unit, combine history and literature to teach students about the turbulent...

A Range of 5th Grade Books with Activities

Do you have reluctant readers or students that will only read one kind of book and nothing else? These students are not too old for you to read to them! Choose books that will excite them and enhance...

Summary of the Book, Silent Thunder: A Civil War Story

This is a summary of the book “Silent Thunder: A Civil War Story.” The novel is set in the civil war era, and authored by Andrea Davis Pinkney. Read on to find out how...

Unit for The Witch of Blackbird Pond

Is the wrinkled old woman by the pond really a witch? Why is Kit drawn to her? When the citizens demand Kit's arrest, will she be able to prove her innocence? This unit...