The Notorious Benedict Arnold by Steve Sheinkin

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This is the biography of the rise and fall of the notorious Benedict Arnold. Arnold is known for being a traitor, but this informational novel brings his side of the story to life, by telling a compelling story instead of just listing facts about his life. Arnold's early life was marked by tragedy, death, and destitution. Eventually he joined the Continental Army, wins many vital battles during the American Revolution, and is appointed general by George Washington. Arnold was a military genius and created the first American Naval Fleet. This biography analyzes many of Benedict Arnold's letters, both written and received, and the reader experiences the infighting and financial ruin that eventually results in his historic betrayal and fall from grace. 
This biography would be best paired while teaching students about the American Revolution, and is for grades 7 and up.

Sheinkin, S. (2010). The notorious Benedict Arnold. New York: Macmillian.

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