What are some popular children's historical fiction ebooks?

'When the Whales Left' is a great example. It delves into the relationship between the Inuit people and the whales in a historical setting. It shows the cultural significance of whales in Inuit culture and how changes in the environment and other factors affected this relationship. This e - book is not only educational in terms of Canadian history and indigenous cultures but also has a very engaging story that can draw children in and make them more aware of different cultures within Canada.

There is 'Good Masters! Sweet Ladies! Voices from a Medieval Village'. This book offers a collection of short stories that give insights into the lives of different people in a medieval European village. It's educational as it teaches about the social structure, occupations, and daily life of that era. And 'The Midwife's Apprentice' which is set in medieval England and follows the story of a young girl, also gives a good look at the historical period.

One popular one is 'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel. It's set in the Tudor period and offers a fascinating look at the court of Henry VIII. Another is 'The Pillars of the Earth' by Ken Follett, which is about the building of a cathedral in the Middle Ages.

One popular one is 'The Magic School Bus' series which has science - fiction elements. It takes kids on wild adventures in different scientific concepts.

'The Other Boleyn Girl' by Philippa Gregory is quite popular. It delves into the life of Mary Boleyn and her relationship with King Henry VIII.

One well - known ebook is 'Redeeming Love' by Francine Rivers as well. It's a retelling of the story of Hosea set in the 1850s California Gold Rush, and it beautifully weaves in Christian values.

Another is 'A Tale of Two Cities' by Charles Dickens. This book is set during the French Revolution and is full of vivid descriptions of the time. It can be found for free on various ebook platforms. Dickens is known for his detailed characterizations and engaging storytelling, and this book is no exception.

The 'Outlander' series by Diana Gabaldon is quite popular. It combines historical events with elements of time travel and romance. The books are set in different historical periods, mainly in Scotland. Also, 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco is a great example. It's set in a medieval monastery and is full of mystery and historical details. This book not only tells a great story but also gives readers a lot of insights into the medieval way of life, including religious beliefs, social hierarchies, and the intellectual climate of the time.

Chinua Achebe's 'Things Fall Apart' is a very well - known one. It tells the story of pre - colonial life in Nigeria and the impact of colonialism. Another is 'Half of a Yellow Sun' by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, which is set during the Biafran War in Nigeria. 'The Famished Road' by Ben Okri is also popular, exploring themes in Nigerian history through a magical realist lens.

The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas is a very popular one. It's set in France during a time of political unrest and tells a story of revenge and redemption.