Children's Books | america250

America 250 NC is proud to showcase a series of captivating children's picture books about North Carolina's vibrant past. Aimed at students in grades 3–5, the series brings 18th-century North Carolina history to life in a way that’s engaging for readers of all ages.

The books, published by the North Carolina Office of Archives and History in partnership with America 250 NC, are Blue's March: An Overmountain Men Tale, Freedom's Howl: Song of the Red Wolf, and Within Our Power: The Story of the Eaton Ladies' Tea Party. We invite you to explore these books and join us in learning about the rich history of North Carolina.

For more information about the books or to schedule author talks, educational programming, or speaking engagements, contact the America 250 NC team at america250nc@dncr.nc.gov.

Available Books

Blue's March: An Overmountain Men Tale

Travel with Joseph and his faithful hound dog, Blue, as they enlist in the Overmountain troops and embark on their adventure.

Freedom's Howl: Song of the Red Wolves

Travel back to 1776, a time when Red Wolves were a top predator in what is now the southeastern United States.

Within Our Power: The Story of the Edenton Ladies' Tea Party

Learn about a courageous group of fifty-one women in Edenton, NC, who opposed taxation without representation.

Learning Resources

Tab/Accordion Items

Explore our learning guide, tailored to enrich classroom instruction for grades 3-5, and delve deeper into primary materials with our companion online exhibit.

Learning Guide

Mosaic Online Exhibit