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Magna Carta (Inside Guide: Documents of Democracy)
SKU
045571
ISBN
9781502660428
Grade 4-6
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The documents that founded this country were inspired by a long history of democracy. The Magna Carta was a 13th century charter issued to the crown from British noblemen. This historical text set the precedent for the Founding Fathers as they charted a new document that would take them from under England’s rule. Students will see classic artwork, learn Fast Facts, and have an opportunity to discuss a few critical thinking questions. You can easily use the indicated vocabulary words in the glossary as spelling words. Pgs.32, sc. ~Rebecca
Publisher's Description of Magna Carta (Inside Guide: Documents of Democracy)
The Founding Fathers drew inspiration heavily from other countries'
comparable documents, especially the Magna Carta, which limited the
power of the English king. This prospect appealed to the American
colonists, who worked key ideas from the Magna Carta into their new
founding documents. Through detailed main text enhanced with informative
graphic organizers and engaging fact boxes, readers learn how
influential the Magna Carta was on the government of what is now the
United States. In addition, sidebars and discussion questions challenge
readers to think more deeply about this essential social studies topic.
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