For more information on the book itself, please click here. In this site, you will learn more about Colonial Boston and the people in the story, including the Edwards family, the Sons of Liberty, Paul Revere and Abraham Lincoln.

Look for the illustration of Ben's spyglass that appears throughout the site. Click on it and you can see the future just as he would have over 200 years ago! You'll also learn some interesting facts about Boston's history.

One April in Boston teaches children a valuable lesson in life and patriotism. In the Tribute section of this site, you'll discover the history of the American flag and learn more about three soldiers who fought for that flag, and gave their lives for the country they loved. You met two of these soldiers in the story: Pvt. Philip Edwards and Colonel Paul Joseph Revere.

In the Fun for Kids section, you can enter one of our contests for a chance to win some great prizes, send your friends a unique Boston greeting, and find tips for tracing your roots.

• Enter our One April in Boston Trivia Contest and you might win an original newspaper printed in Boston when George Washington was president!
• Enter our Illustration Contest. Draw a selected person or scene from One April in Boston. The winners will receive an assortment of artist supplies and their illustrations will be posted on the website.
• Send your friends ePostcards of Boston.
• Discover resources that can help you write your own family's story.

If you'd like to experience modern day Boston, then visit our Boston Today section. Here you'll view some beautiful photos of the city and find information on the Freedom Trail sites. You'll also learn more about The Big Dig and the positive impact it will have on Boston's future.

Don't worry, we didn't forget the teachers! In the link Lesson Plan for Teachers you'll find a creative curriculum for 5th grade students. This lesson plan can be modified in the future as a result of your suggestions.