Reviews
Great Civil War Projects You Can Build Yourself

"a fascinating gem of a book."
—The New York Times Book Review, July 9, 2006

"The 25 hands-on building projects and activities ranging from homemade berry ink and corn husk dolls to periscopes ignite enthusiasm for the Civil War era in kids 9 and older."
—Homeschoolestore.com Tomorrow's Lesson Today!

An excellent source of Civil War history. . .a book rich in historical detail."
—Eclectic Homeschool Online

"A great teacher resource to get younger students involved in learning about the Civil War."
—Civil War News

"An engaging means for children to learn about the Civil War."
—Children's Literature

"A clever way to introduce kids to the Civil War or encourage a youngster's burgeoning interest."
—America's Civil War magazine, December 2005

"Useful for Civil War reenactments as well as school projects."
—Booklist, November 1, 2005

"Both children and adults who love history will have fun with Great Civil War Projects You Can Build Yourself."
—Lake Charles (LA) American Press

"A fascinating, interactive history of the Civil War along with daily life on the home front and on the battlefield."
—VOYA magazine, December 2005

"Providing an intriguing look at Civil War history, this project mind teases the mind and invites the creative hand. . ."
—KLIATT Reviews, November 2005

"A wonderful example of how to clearly organize information about history, technology and science to appeal to the curiosity and learning capabilities of gifted students."
—Gifted Education News, December 2005

"Includes little-known facts that will interest children unfamiliar with the conflict and Civil War buffs alike. . . A useful resource for any Civil War curriculum."
—School Library Journal, November 2005

"Great Civil War Projects You Can Build Yourself does something unique."
—Cobblestone Magazine, November 2005

"An interesting and creative book that should give pleasure as well as knowledge to many children."
—James McPherson, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Battle Cry of Freedom

"Offers elementary school teachers an excellent tool for introducing children to the Civil War in a unique but effective way. . . students learn not through rote but by touching, constructing, and experiencing."
—James P. Weeks, Ph.D., Editor, Civil War Times