Anna Strong: A Spy During the American Revolution

Reach for this book when your child expresses interest in secret codes or when they need to see how ordinary, everyday actions can contribute to a much larger cause. It is perfect for children who are starting to ask questions about history but need a personal, human-centered story to help them connect with the past. The book highlights how domestic tasks, which were often overlooked, became vital tools for freedom. This biographical story follows Anna Strong, a member of the Culper Spy Ring, who risked everything to help George Washington. It introduces themes of bravery, creative problem-solving, and the importance of civic responsibility in an age-appropriate way. While the stakes are high, the narrative focuses on Anna's ingenuity and the clever ways she used her household routine to outsmart the British army.