Discover the lives of the founding fathers—for kids ages 6 to 9 The story of American Independence is a thrilling tale of great leaders and big ideas. In this collection of U.S. history books for kids, you’ll explore the lives of five of the nation’s most important Founding Fathers and learn about their heroic deeds that shaped American history. The Story of Benjamin Franklin—Get to know the multi-talented founding father who invented the lightning rod, helped write the U.S. Constitution, and created the country’s first hospital. The Story of George Washington—See how this great general and future father of our country won the fight for American independence from England. The Story of Thomas Jefferson—Explore the life of a trailblazer who came up with groundbreaking ideas for building a new nation founded on freedom. The Story of Alexander Hamilton—Discover how this founding father overcame many hardships to become the first Secretary of the Treasury. The Story of the American Revolu