Show Me History! Alexander Hamilton

Title:  Show Me History – Alexander Hamilton

Author:  Mark Shulman

Illustrator:  Kelly Tindall

Publisher:  Portable Press

ISBN:  9781684125432

Review:

Readers can follow along with Lady Liberty and Uncle Sam as they walk readers through history sharing the story of Alexander Hamilton.

Readers who are fans of comics will love going back in time to review the story of Alexander Hamilton’s journey and how he helped write the United States Constitution. From his hardtimes in his early childhood until the last moments of his life following a duel with Vice President Aaron Burr readers will learn about how he became an activist, war hero and an attorney. Illustrated boxes with speech and thought balloons keep the storyline short and sweet but still provide plenty of information to get the reader engaged in the history of events. Side-bar commentary is shared with images of Lady Liberty along with Uncle Sam, presented in a modern perspective, sharing little known facts for readers to absorb.

Readers will love the illustrations that perfectly capture the emotion of the time. Vividly colorful and extremely detailed this graphic novel is a plus for students who aren’t fans of non-fiction. Readers will be able to spend time on each page to take in all of the details and hints for a better understanding of the story. Parents and teachers can use this tool to engage students, teach history, capture the eye of the non-reader and discuss accomplishments, trials and tribulations of a Founding Father. The back pages contain a glossary, resources, a timeline and more information about an important man in United States history.

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