America250 Junior Book Club

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

School Age (ages 6-12)

Event Details

March Book Club Selection: Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales - One Dead Spy

History isn’t just about famous names and old dates—it’s about real people making choices that shaped our world. In the America250 Junior Book Club, we’ll explore stories from America’s past to better understand how we got here today and how we can help build a better future.

Our March book, Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales: One Dead Spy by Nathan Hale, tells the true story of a young patriot who becomes a spy during the American Revolution. Filled with humor, action, and real history, the book shows how bravery, clever thinking, and tough choices played a role in America’s fight for independence.

Join us as we discover how kids in history faced big challenges, made tough decisions, and played important roles in shaping America’s story—just like how kids can do today!

It’s been 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was signed! Since then, America has grown as more voices, communities, and thoughts continue to create the America we know today. To mark this milestone, communities across the country are joining the nationwide America250 celebration. This program is part of Dallas Public Library's 250 Years of Us: Reading America's Past, Writing Our Future.   

Dive into the past all year long, as we host programs, exhibits and book clubs that explore how our nation’s history has shaped American democracy today. Anyone can join our Amazing Race for Independence challenge and win Dallas Mavericks or Wings tickets, State Park passes and more! Every book read from the reading list, program attended or exhibit visited counts as an entry.