Kathryn Adams LimbaughCritiques

Self-insert fiction at it's finest. Plus cartoon horse.

So you think history is boring? A fellow named Rush Revere is about to change your mind, big-timed! Saddle up for the most thrilling history lesson ever--with.

Again, while this is definitely for children, I did enjoy this book. The pages are gorgeous and the pictures always make me smile. I would recommend this book to tweens who may have an interest in history, or you're trying to get interested in history. It's really good and has relatable characters, plus a talking horse. What more do you need? 4.5 out of 5 stars.

This was for sure a kids book, no doubt about it as the content is quite juvenile, but it had a good story and the pictures and illustrations were great. I would recommend this for tweens who want to learn more about history. I did enjoy it. 4 out of 5 stars.

Again, while this is definitely for (older) children, I did enjoy this book. The pages are gorgeous and the pictures always make me smile. I would recommend this book to teens who may have an interest in history, or you're trying to get interested in history. It's really good and has relatable characters, plus a talking horse. What more do you need? 4.5 out of 5 stars. Though this one seems a bit older than the two before in the series because the soldiers are more brutal, that is something to keep in mind.

Another great entry in this series. This time, Rush Revere, his talking, time-traveling horse Liberty, the his "Crew" of middle school students visit Washington DC. They also time travel to Philadelphia to visit James Madison as he works on the US Constitution; they attend the Constitutional Convention to visit with George Mason; and they watch Francis Scott Key write our National Anthem aboard a British ship.

Again, this book is devoid of politics, so anyone shying away from having their kids (or themselves) read this series based on Rush's ideology need not be concerned.

Another great book intended for middle schoolers that teaches the amazing history of the American Revolution.

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Have you ever had a substitute teacher come in dressed as someone in the 1600 and has talking horse that can travel through time to any time except the future. Have you ever traveled back in time to meet you hero in the past. Well in this story rush Limbaugh does it all by taking you on an awesome adventure through time.
Rush Limbaugh is an American entertainer, radio talk show host conservative political commentator, and obviously he`s a writer.
The main characters are Rush Revere, Liberty, Tommy, and Freedom. They are funny and they make the book interesting and makes you want NOT put the book down never and I mean never.
The story is about a substitute teacher comes in because the teacher quit because of the class was so rude. The substitute teacher turns out to be history loving time traveler. Then the story goes on then tommy starts to like Rush as a teacher and starts to respect him more.
I liked the book because it was mostly about history that I didn`t even know about like the Quaker guy on you oatmeal was named William Bradford.
Is about the most important things in history that weren`t told and it is fun to read.
I would recommend this book for those who love history and who would love to learn more about history.

I am rather disappointed in this book. Adults will find this book easy to read, children in middle school will find it written at their level. I found it written by an adult trying to relate to children. The book is trying to make history fun and I do understand that concept, however, this book is not it. There is way too much story and not nearly enough history. As a parent, I would not give this book to my child and expect her to learn any history concepts. It feels very lacking.

This was actually kind of a great book! I was skeptical of Mr. Limbaugh's politics, and was worried he would try to put propaganda in here out the wazoo, but it was a nice and interesting history book for kids. Good concept, good execution.

The illustrations were hilariously bad, but that may have been the point.

Had to know what all the commotion was about, and I found it quite the enjoyable read.

Another fun and educational read by Rush. As with his first in the series, this book reminded me of things I'd forgotten (or never learned) in school regarding America's history as it moved toward a revolution with England. The characters are fun and I think folks of all ages will enjoy reading the book.

I must first admit I'm a ditto-head (Rush fan). But I also believe I can be objective about his work.

"Rush Revere and the Brave Pilgrims" is a fun read, written primarily for the middle school aged market. I believe that by and large, Rush's language, characters, and scenarios achieve success with this demographic. As a 43 year-old man, there were several historical things I'd either forgotten or never learned, the latter of which is why he wrote the book (and will continue writing Rush Revere tales) in the first place.

In the book, we meet Rush Revere, a history teacher who substitute teaches at a school in New Hampshire. He has a magical horse named Liberty who is able to time travel, among other things. Liberty is always hungry and is a pretty cute character--not so much as to be childish, though for middle schoolers. While Rush teaches the whole class about the pilgrims, he takes two kids, Tommy and Freedom, under his wing and they all take several additional trips back to the sailing of the Mayflower, the establishment of Plymouth Plantation, and the first Thanksgiving.

There is little to no politics in this book, just a strong emphasis on how difficult it was for these men and women seeking religious freedom. Something Rush often calls "American exceptionalism." The only real ideological topic covered is Communism, which isn't defined as such in the book. William Bradford's initial idea when establishing that first colony was to have no land ownership--everyone pitched in for the good of the whole. It didn't take long before he realized not everyone shared his enthusiasm and determination. Therefore, with Rush Revere's subtle suggestion, he decides to give each family a plot of land to do with as they chose. Commerce and a real work ethic flourished and prospered.

The first Thanksgiving is also visited by the characters, who see how the pilgrims and Indians came together to share knowledge and ideas and built a valuable friendship.

The book is beautifully put together, with full color historical illustrations as well as new ones featuring Rush and the other characters. There are also several photos of artifacts of the time period, which helps remind readers--especially children--that these people were real and not characters in a book.

Fans of Rush and conservatives would of course be more likely to read this book for themselves and their kids. Those who need it most, of course, would steer far from it, simply because of preconceived notions of who Rush is and what he espouses.

If I have any complaints at all is that I expected a bit more history. I was slightly bored when the characters got back to school and the few scenarios during these sections. But I think it might be better received by those for whom he's writing--which of course is the whole point anyway.

This is a very clever history book aimed at younger readers, but should resonate with older readers as well. Rush has created a tale of a time-traveling horse that can take one to any event in recorded history, and uses this concept to to view the voyage of the Mayflower and the Puritans struggles in the new world. This is a book that would be a joy for parents/children to read together. I thoroughly enjoyed this one...½

I feel this book is fun enough to gain readers attention but they are also learning history at the same time.

Independent reading level: Grades 3-6
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3/30/22