A thoughtfully selected collection for families who want to keep exploring America’s story.
The Liberty Library is a curated collection of books and educational resources selected by American Story Foundations to help families continue exploring history beyond our own publications. We look for resources that are engaging, informative, and useful for further study.
Inclusion in the Liberty Library does not mean ASF endorses every interpretation or viewpoint expressed by an author.
Continue the journey beyond America’s Birth: The Road to Independence with books selected for young historians, families, and adults who want to explore the Revolutionary era in greater depth.
Visual and approachable nonfiction for curious younger readers.
DK
A highly visual introduction to George Washington and his role in the American Revolution. This is a strong next step for children who want to go beyond Book 1 and explore Washington, major Revolutionary events, historical sources, and the people involved in the fight for independence.
By Judith St. George • Illustrated by Will Hillenbrand
An illustrated history that follows the Declaration of Independence through its remarkable journey. Rather than simply explaining what the Declaration says, this book helps young readers discover what happened to the physical document after it was created and why it remains an important part of American history.
DK
A visual reference filled with historical details, artifacts, illustrations, maps, and information about the people and events of the American Revolution. This is especially useful for children who enjoy exploring history through pictures and short, easy-to-browse sections.
By Mary Pope Osborne and Natalie Pope Boyce • Illustrated by Sal Murdocca
An approachable nonfiction introduction for younger independent readers. It gives children additional background about colonial life, important Revolutionary events, historical figures, and the fight for American independence.
Story-led reading grounded in a real historical setting.
By Lauren Tarshis
Historical fiction that places a fictional eleven-year-old character in the dangerous world of the Revolutionary War. It can help young readers imagine what living through the period might have felt like while providing an engaging bridge between storytelling and further historical exploration.
Deeper context, ideas, leadership, and military history for continued study.
By David McCullough
A narrative history centered on George Washington, the Continental Army, British forces, and the extraordinary uncertainty surrounding the American cause during 1776. This is an accessible choice for parents who want a deeper understanding of the people and military events behind the story introduced in Book 1.
By Gordon S. Wood
A concise overview for readers who want to understand not only what happened during the Revolution, but also the political ideas and changes surrounding American independence and the creation of the new nation.
By David Hackett Fischer
A detailed examination of Washington’s 1776–1777 campaign, including the crossing of the Delaware and the battles of Trenton and Princeton. This is a strong choice for adults and older readers who want a substantially deeper exploration of Revolutionary War strategy, leadership, and military history.
