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Children's Activities |
Meet Young Adult Book Author John P. Hunter
Petting zoo featuring goats, sheep, miniature donkeys, chickens & more!
Find out what militia life was like with the 8th PA Regiment
Learn about Native Ohio Indians with Roger Moore
Watch spinning, chair making,
& other Heritage Crafts being created
Find out what kids wore in Colonial Williamsburg
Face Painting
*more activities may be added, check back!
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Meet Author John P. Hunter
 Young readers can experience the excitement of the world of espionage in Colonial Williamsburg’s newly published “Red Thunder,” a historical novel by John P. Hunter. The novel follows the adventures of 14-year-old Nate Chandler and his enslaved friend James, as they went about the dangerous business of espionage which helped defeat the British Army and win the American Revolution.
Inspired by the true story of James Armistead, a slave who belonged to William Armistead of New Kent County, Va., who enlisted with the Continental forces under General Lafayette, “Red Thunder” brings the Revolution to life for young readers. Nate, James and Nate’s huge dog Rex move between the opposing armies amid thundering cannons and flashing swords under a sky red with flame.
The Reading Tub, an online children’s book reviewer, calls the book “…a page turner of the first order… presents political and social realties of the time objectively and fairly.” The book is aimed at readers between eight and 14 and has been praised for its storytelling and its history by teachers who have reviewed the book for Colonial Williamsburg.
Author John P. Hunter lives in Yorktown, the location for the novel, and is the author of “Link to the Past, Bridge to the Future,” also published by Colonial Williamsburg. If you want to reserve a book to be signed at this event, please call Ginger or Trese at Pine Tree Barn, 330.264.1014
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 Roger Moore, Authority on Native American Indians in Ohio
Children young and old are fascinated by our Guest Speaker Roger Moore. Returning for his Third Year to the festival, the seats during his talk often fill up so quickly that it is standing room only. Many visitors attend every single talk, because each one is different! He shares the history, culture and beliefs of his tribe- The Melungeons.
After his talk, he is avaialable to answer questions throughout the day to share artifacts, knowledge and kindness. If you have not attended one of his talks - this should be on your list of must-do's! |
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