Summary:
In 1773, Tabby's (the main character) father has a secret shop below the first mill where he makes muskets for the Minute Men. Everyone suspects everyone else and sometimes the wrong people are caught and punished by angry patriots. And when a wealthy English family, suspected to be loyalist spies, builds a handsome country house near the mill, Tabby is torn between patriotism and her friendship with the new neighbors.
Motivational Activities and Discussion:
Discuss the history and time frame this story is placed.
How did people live at this point in time? How does it vary from today?
What would you do if you were the main character?
Why do you think it was such a crime to have a shop musket shop?
What side would you be on?
Make a play for this time era, dress up and act out the main characters. make sure to encompass the accent and proper garb.
Personal Response:
I think this story teaches a great deal of American and colonial history. It paints a detailed picture of the time period and what people in society had to do to fight for what they believed in, even if it meant breaking the law and hiding secrets from friends. This story seems to intertwine patriotism and friendship. The main character must not only protect her family's secret but stay true what they believe in.
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