Description: Readers will enjoy making sweet potato pie, praline sauce, and other foods eaten during the Civil War as they learn about this important time in American history. Each recipe features step-by-step instructions presented in a clear way. Historical context is provided in the form of a captivating, fact-filled narrative about life during the Civil War. The accessible text is focused on food in this era, providing readers with a fresh perspective on a common social studies curriculum topic. Historical and contemporary imagesincluding primary sourcesadd an exciting visual component to this reading experience.
