You might know Rush Limbaugh best as a radio host. He
has made quite the name for himself as a political commentator and observer of
“life.” But do you know that he has written a series of children’s books? When
the opportunity came to review his Adventures of Rush Revere Book Series, I
knew I needed to be in on this one. Read on to find out more about Adventures of Rush Revere #1 New York Times Bestselling Book Series by Rush and Kathryn Adams Limbaugh!
You first need to know that there is nobody in my house
that fits the recommended age level for this one. It is intended for ages 8-12.
However, I was thoroughly entertained and informed throughout my reading of the
books and it has been well-established on my blog that I am neither 8 or 12. Or
even 8+12. But…and this is a biggie…I LOVE history and I also wanted to give my
dyslexic son (who also loves history) some reading material he could tackle
without feeling he was lowering himself down to the level of a Golden Book. The Adventures of Rush Revere Book Series fit the bill.
This series presently contains five books. Rush wrote
them along with his wife, Kathryn Adams Limbaugh. Our main character is Rush
Revere, a substitute history teacher with a time-traveling, well-verbed horse
named Liberty. Liberty can talk, y’all. Which, of course, interjects some humor
and interesting situations into the stories. All Liberty has to say is “Rush,
rush, rushing to history” and they are off to a new adventure.
Liberty, however, is not like a famous, modified car
of time-traveling fame. He cannot go into the future. These five books takes us
to meet the pilgrims, introduces us to key players in the American Revolution and American patriots like Samuel Adams and Dolly Madison.
Before I tell you a little about each book, I do need
to tell you that the books are gorgeous and so well constructed. They are all hardback and came wrapped
together in a pretty blue bow. It was like Christmas!
Rush
Revere and the Brave Pilgrims – In this book, Rush
Revere begins his job as the teach substitute history teacher at Manchester
Middle School. We are introduced to students, Tommy and Freedom who get to go
along on the time-traveling journey. They meet Myles Standish, William Bradford
and Squanto. They learn how much the Pilgrims suffered just to be able to
worship in freedom.
Rush
Revere and the First Patriots - Liberty and Rush
Revere take their students back into history to meet our first American heroes.
They are joined again by Tommy and Freedom and a new friend, Cam. The
destination is America just before the American Revolution. They meet Ben
Franklin and other brave men and women who dreamed of freedom for all.
Rush
Revere and the American Revolution – This book is dedicated
to all those family members who have loved ones serving in the military. Rush
Revere and friends meet George Washington and are there during the ride of Paul
Revere. Other exciting adventures include the Battle of Bunker Hill and the
First and Second Continental Congress.
Rush
Revere and the Star-Spangled Banner – It’s field trip time
for Rush and his students. This book introduces us to the importance of the
American Flag and other American symbols. We are also introduces us to Francis
Scott Key and how The Star Spangled Banner came about.
Rush
Revere and the Presidency – The final book of the
series (as of right now) helps us get to know some of our early presidents and
their wives. Rush Revere’s students are shown great examples of leadership and our
election process.
These really are special books. Each one contains
beautiful illustrations and pictures of historical sites, historical documents
and more. For more educational fun, you
can also go to The Adventures of Rush Revere website.
So these books are not only about true historical
events, but they are just plain fun. They are written in such an entertaining
and engaging manner. I think they would be a good edition to any family
library.
Just a P.S. before I leave you. No matter what your
political affiliation it is important that we all engage in the study of
history. I personally didn’t find anything offensive or objectionable in any of
the books. I believe they are meant to bring us together and emphasis our
shared history.
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