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Common Sense (Inside Guide: Documents of Democracy)
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045539
ISBN
9781502660466
Grade 4-6
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Product Overview
- One of the most important documents of the Revolutionary War!
- These quick reads include Fast Facts about historical documents for elementary students
- Wonderful pictures and maps help students visualize history
Description
When a war for freedom is raging, soldiers need words to inspire. Thomas Paine wrote many words that inspired and lit the fires of revolution. As an English man who sailed to the colonies as war started, he presented a unique perspective that the colonists related to. Not everyone agreed with the sentiments Paine expressed. However, many of these opinions became rousing words to the Founding Fathers as they drafted our nation’s founding documents. Direct quotes from Paine’s Common Sense can be found in the back along with a glossary of noted vocabulary words. Fast Facts litter the pages with interesting and fun information. Pgs. 32, sc. ~Rebecca
Publisher's Description of Common Sense (Inside Guide: Documents of Democracy)
Many Americans are unfamiliar with Thomas Paine's pamphlet, Common
Sense. However, at the time it was written, it was one of the most
important documents in what is now the United States. Paine's challenge
to the British government's authority, written in language all Americans
could understand, helped fan the flames of revolution. Like Paine's
pamphlet, this volume uses accessible language, explaining what's in
Common Sense and why it changed the course of history. Eye-catching
photographs and engaging sidebars bring the document to life, immersing
readers in the revolutionary era. In addition, critical-thinking
questions help readers dive deeper into this topic.
Category Description for Inside Guide: Documents of Democracy
Introduce young readers to the documents that laid the bedrock for this nation. Some documents may surprise you, as you will learn about the Mayflower Compact and the Magna Carta. These brief readers introduce great vocabulary, timelines, classical artwork, and critical thinking discussion questions, and would make a great unit study (especially during an election year). There are factoids on people, places, and events throughout the pages that are easy to engage with and will stick in little minds. Nonfiction readers like these open students to further research and can lead students to interest-based learning during your school year. ~Rebecca
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 4-6 |
| Brand: | Cavendish Square |
| ISBN: | 9781502660466 |
| Length in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Width in Inches: | 7 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.2 |
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