FICTION

Understanding the Declaration of Independence Understanding Thoreau's "Civil Disobedience." Understanding Rachel Carson's Silent Spring

by Alex MACGILLIVRAY
978-1-44881-669-9.
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Gr 7 Up—Each of these books surveys a seminal document. All follow a template that successfully considers each document's "Context and Creator," "Immediate Impact," "Legacy," and "Aftermath." Whether exploring the colonial crisis leading to America's formal separation from the British Empire, the historical context of transcendentalism and resistance to big government, or the ecological impact of a canonical green manifesto, each author provides a balance of deep context, expressive writing, and pertinent information. Scattered throughout the texts are a good number of well-captioned, color illustrations and photos. These books are valuable resources for teachers and students doing research projects across the curriculum.—Brian Odom, Pelham Public Library, AL
Reviewed by Brian Odom , Mar 01, 2011

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