A less well - known but equally great example is 'Catherine, Called Birdy' by Karen Cushman. It is set in medieval England and tells the story of a headstrong girl. Through her daily life, readers can learn about the social structure, customs, and challenges of that historical period in a very engaging way.
There's also 'Number the Stars' by Lois Lowry. It's about a girl in Nazi - occupied Denmark and her family's efforts to protect their Jewish friends. It's a wonderful piece of juvenile literature historical fiction as it combines a great story with historical facts about World War II. It makes the readers understand the difficulties and the courage during that time.
There are several excellent juvenile historical fictions. For instance, 'A Single Shard' is set in 12th - century Korea. It tells the story of a young orphan boy who has a passion for pottery - making. The book not only shows the historical setting of that time but also the boy's growth and determination. 'Number the Stars' is another important one. Set during World War II in Denmark, it focuses on a young girl's involvement in helping her Jewish friend escape the Nazis. This book is great for teaching about that historical period and also about courage and friendship.
One example could be in 'The Book Thief'. Liesel's friend Rudy is betrayed in a sense when the town is raided. The Nazis' actions are a form of betrayal to the innocence of the children. Another is in 'Number the Stars', where Annemarie's family and friends face betrayal from the occupying Nazis who are supposed to protect them but instead cause harm.
One great example is 'The Secret Garden' by Frances Hodgson Burnett. It is set in a particular historical period and shows the life and growth of children during that time. Another is 'Little House on the Prairie' series by Laura Ingalls Wilder, which vividly depicts the pioneer life through the eyes of a child. And 'Johnny Tremain' by Esther Forbes, which is set during the American Revolution and gives a great view of that historical era from a young boy's perspective.
There are many. 'Anne of Green Gables' can be considered as such. It is set in Prince Edward Island in the early 20th century. It shows the rural life, the values, and the social norms of that era. The characters and their relationships are very much influenced by the historical setting. Through reading it, children can learn about how people lived, worked, and interacted during that time.
One good example is 'The Pillars of the Earth' by Ken Follett. It vividly depicts the building of a cathedral in 12th - century England, showing the social, political and religious aspects of that time. Another is 'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel, which focuses on the life of Thomas Cromwell during the Tudor period. 'Gone with the Wind' is also a well - known historical fiction. It portrays the American South during the Civil War and Reconstruction era.
Some examples are 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling. It has magic, friendship, and adventure that appeal to juveniles all over the world. Another is 'The Chronicles of Narnia' by C.S. Lewis, which takes readers into a magical world through a wardrobe. Also, 'Percy Jackson & the Olympians' series by Rick Riordan, which combines Greek mythology with modern - day stories for an exciting read.
Some examples are 'The Underground Railroad' by Colson Whitehead. It reimagines the Underground Railroad as an actual railroad and through this, it tells the diverse stories of slaves trying to escape. 'The Golem and the Jinni' by Helene Wecker is set in 19th - century New York City and features a golem (a creature from Jewish folklore) and a jinni (from Arabian folklore), exploring the immigrant experience. Also, 'The Color Purple' by Alice Walker, which is set in the rural South of the United States during the early 20th century, and shows the lives of African - American women.
One great example is 'A Tale of Two Cities' by Charles Dickens. It is set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, showing the political unrest and the impact on the lives of the people. Another is '1984' by George Orwell, which presents a dystopian political future where the state has extreme control. Also, 'The Man in the High Castle' by Philip K. Dick is set in an alternate history where the Axis powers won World War II, exploring the political implications of such a world.
One great example is 'The Book Thief' by Markus Zusak. It's set during World War II and tells the story from the perspective of a young girl in Nazi Germany. Despite the dark times, the story is full of hope, kindness, and the power of words. Another is 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee. It deals with racial injustice in the American South in the 1930s, but through the eyes of Scout, we see the good in people like her father, Atticus Finch. And 'A Tale of Two Cities' by Charles Dickens, set during the French Revolution, shows themes of sacrifice and redemption which are quite uplifting.
Some good examples of historical alt fiction are 'Kings of the Wyld' which has a sort of alternate world with a fantasy - historical setting. It combines elements of traditional adventuring parties with a historical - like world. Then there's 'The Gunslinger' by Stephen King, which has elements of an alternate post - apocalyptic - like historical world. It's a very unique take on a world that seems to have had a different historical path. The characters and the world - building are very interesting in the context of historical alt fiction.