The Confederate Soldier's Handbook: How to Dress, Talk, Eat and Command Like a Rebel Lieutenant (Civil War Handbooks Series) - Softcover

From rebel uniforms to Yankee jargon, these interactive educational tools cover all the details that kids need to authentically portray a Civil War soldier for either the Confederacy or the Union. The more than 25 activities include a myriad of Civil War topics, including the battle names used by the Southern states, the famous army and government leaders of both the Confederacy and the Union, and the proper dress and symbols associated with both sides. Fun, hands-on activities are also presented for kids' educational entertainment, from baking army victuals and learning how to load a musket to creating their very own Civil Warera currency.

Robin Robinson has taught English literature and composition at Brigham Young University. She lives in Carmel, California.