Families who loved Anna Strong: A Spy During the American Revolution by Sarah Glenn Marsh often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
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.
