Bill of Rights (Shaping the United States of America)
by Marcia Amidon Lusted
Carefully leveled text coupled with primary-source images will encourage young readers to take a closer look at the U.S. Constitution's first ten Amendments, known as the Bill of Rights. Citizens of the newly independent United States proposed several freedoms, including speech, assembly, and worship--many of which are still recognized and honored today. Curriculum-based content and fact-filled sidebars help define these rights, while allowing readers to draw connections between the Bill of Rights and their daily lives.
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English
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Using age-appropriate explanations, foundational documents of the United States are explored through events that led to their creation. . . .Colorful illustrations (mostly paintings from or of the era), reproductions of historical documents, and contemporary photographs are used effectively. . . .all volumes clearly illustrate why the documents were necessary at the time, and how their importance continues. A good choice for all elementary libraries.-- "School Library Journal"
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Using age-appropriate explanations, foundational documents of the United States are explored through events that led to their creation. . . .Colorful illustrations (mostly paintings from or of the era), reproductions of historical documents, and contemporary photographs are used effectively. . . .all volumes clearly illustrate why the documents were necessary at the time, and how their importance continues. A good choice for all elementary libraries.
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Early introduction to primary source documents; Curriculum aligned to C3 standards for history; At-level, accessible text with ATOS under 3.6; Strong picture-text match to aid comprehension; Text features aid and enhance main text.
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Bolded Glossary Words, Caption(s), Discussion Questions, Fact box(es), Full color, Glossary, Index, More Resources/Suggestions for Further Reading, On-page definitions of glossary terms, Photograph(s), Pronunciation Guide, Sidebar(s), Table of Contents, Writing Prompts
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