| The Declaration of Independence (a True Book: American History) Contributor(s): Landau, Elaine (Author) |
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ISBN: 0531147800 ISBN-13: 9780531147801 Publisher: C. Press/F. Watts Trade OUR PRICE: $6.26 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: March 2008 Annotation: - Clean new design for easy readability and comprehension - Updated text presented in a lively, continuous narrative - New center-spread "sidebar" feature presenting material in a fun, creative way - Excellent age-appropriate introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects - "Words to Know" glossary clarifies subject-specific vocabulary - "Learn More" section encourages independent study - Index makes navigating subject matter easy |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - Colonial & Revolutionary Periods - Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science - Politics & Government |
| Dewey: 973.313 |
| Lexile Measure: 780 |
| Series: True Books: American History (Paperback) |
| Physical Information: 0.11" H x 7.12" W x 8.44" (0.24 lbs) 48 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 18th Century |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 118815 Reading Level: 5.3 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Learn how the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence.A True Book: American History series allows readers to experience the earliest moments in American history and to discover how these moments helped shape the country that it is today. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.This book recounts the origins of the desire for independence in the colonies that would become the United States, the events that led to open rebellion, and how the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, and discusses its meaning. |