Blood on the River by Elisa Carbone brings early American history to life through the compelling story of Samuel Collier and the founding of Jamestown, offering students a powerful lens into survival, conflict, and cultural encounter in the early colonial period. Beginning in mid-February 2026, this APEX book study will feature five interactive webinar discussions paired with practical teaching strategies for using the text effectively with students. Participants will deepen their historical understanding, explore instructional approaches for reading historical fiction in the classroom, and complete five short quizzes to earn APEX hours and an associated stipend. 

Can’t attend every Zoom session? No problem—participants may still join and complete quizzes on their own schedule.

Sign up by: January 15, 2026
Book club begins: February 17, 2026
Registration closes: January 28, 2026

We’d love to learn and explore together—join us!