Understanding the Declaration of Independence

The Declaration of Independence became the cornerstone document of our democratic nation. But why was it written? What influenced its author, Thomas Jefferson, and what made it so revolutionary? Discover how this document shaped the foundation of a nation, and how it continues to influence American government today.

RL
Grades
7
IL
Grades
7-12+
GRL
Z
Details:
Product:
ISBN: 978-0-7660-6874-2
Author: James Wolfe
Copyright: 2016
Reading Level: Grade 7
Interest Level: Grades 7-12+
GRL: Z
Lexile: 1210
Dewey: 973.3'13--dc23
Pages: 112
Dimensions: 6" x 9"
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