It's 1785 and flyers are showing up all around Boston complaining that the Hays family is holding Jewish religious services in their home. Armed only with courage, conviction, and some amateur sleuthing skills, cousins Catherine Hays and Judah Truro set out to investigate, joined by their friend Joseph, Paul Revere's son. Can the three friends find the culprit and get him to stop?This historical fiction transitional chapter book for ages 6-8 features real-life American heroes, focuses attention on the principle of religious freedom in the early days of the United States, and introduces young readers to Moses Michael Hays, Boston's most prominent Jewish citizen of that time."A thought-provoking and insightful historical mystery." -Kirkus Reviews"Not only a good introduction to the period, but an excellent way to introduce religious tolerance." -Historical Novel Society"This is an entertaining way for children to learn American history." -Jewish Book Garden"Recommended for synagogue and public libraries." -Association of Jewish Libraries.
| ISBN: | 9781681157207 |
| Publication date: | 30th April 2026 |
| Author: | Ellen Schwartz |
| Illustrator: | Margeaux Lucas |
| Publisher: | Apples & Honey Press an imprint of Behrman House |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 80 pages |
| Reading age: | 6+ |
| Series: | Liberty Clubhouse |
| Genres: |
Children’s / Teenage fiction: General, modern and contemporary fiction Historical Fiction People / Places Personal Social Health Economic (PSHE) Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Racism and anti-racism |
It's 1785 and flyers are showing up all around Boston complaining that the Hays family is holding Jewish religious services in their home. Armed only with courage, conviction, and some amateur sleuthing skills, cousins Catherine Hays and Judah Truro set out to investigate, joined by their friend Joseph, Paul Revere's son.
The Mysterious Lopsided Letter is aimed at readers aged 6 and over.
The Mysterious Lopsided Letter features in the following genres: Children’s / Teenage fiction: General, modern and contemporary fiction, Historical Fiction, People / Places, Personal Social Health Economic (PSHE), Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Racism and anti-racism
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The Mysterious Lopsided Letter was written by Ellen Schwartz and published by Apples & Honey Press an imprint of Behrman House
The Mysterious Lopsided Letter has 80 pages
Yes it is part of Liberty Clubhouse series
£11.69, reduced from £12.99. Not Available.