Heroes of 1776 by Neil Gorsuch

Inspiring True Stories of Courage and Sacrifice That Built America — Perfect for Young Readers

In Heroes of 1776: The Story of the Declaration of Independence, Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch and bestselling author Janie Nitze deliver a powerful, beautifully illustrated children’s book that brings the American Revolution to life.

From the buzzing streets of Philadelphia in 1776 to the daring risks taken by everyday heroes, this debut picture book explores the human stories behind the document that declared our freedom. Meet iconic figures like Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Paul Revere — alongside lesser-known patriots such as Caesar Rodney, Thomas Paine, and Mary Katherine Goddard — ordinary men, women, and children who risked their property, freedom, and lives for a better future.

With vivid illustrations by Chris Ellison and firsthand accounts from the patriots themselves, young readers will discover the courage, sacrifice, and ideals that founded our nation. Timed for America’s 250th anniversary, this heartfelt nonfiction picture book celebrates the human spirit at the heart of independence and encourages the next generation to value liberty, bravery, and civic duty.