Declaration of Independence (True Books: American History) by Patricia Ryon Quiri

A True Book

by Patricia Ryon Quiri

THIS EDITION IS INTENDED FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Discusses the circumstances preceding and following the writing of the Declaration of Independence and describes how it was written, approved and announced.

Genres: History, Nonfiction

Mass Market Paperback

First published September 1, 1998

Reviews

[Eleanor]

I accidentally checked out this children’s book thinking it was just a casual review the Declaration of Independence itself. Instead, it was a fun little book detailing the story of American independence from Jamestown to the Treaty of Paris. Even though I knew most of the history, I still learned a few things!

[Madissen · Rating 2 out of 5]

it was ok but not that good because it taught you stuff but it wasn't really on the Declaration of independence it just taughrt you things about Philadelphia mostly

[Alex · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good representation of how the United States Constitution was formed.

[Georgia Karr · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this was a great informational book for children. Although it did not rely too heavily on illustrations, the ones that were included were very insightful and provided the reader with what events looked like in the past. I liked that the book started from the very beginning and explained why settlers came to America. I also liked the fact that all of the original colonies were introduced, along with a significant about of the important people who were involved with the settlements and the Declaration of Independence. The book was very straightforward and explained things in a way that young children could easily understand. I liked that at times there were little descriptions of words that might be confusing to some, such as explaining that taxes are money that has to be paid for certain items. I think it was very effective that the book was written in chronological order, but at times the dates seemed a bit confusing. The illustrations were beautiful, most of them looking like photographs. I thought the captions included with the illustrations were quite helpful as well. The accuracy of this book was wonderful, none of the facts appeared to be wrong. I also liked the way the author included little facts like when someone asks you for your John Hancock it means they want your signature. The information about the Liberty Bell was also quite insightful. I think this book would make a great read aloud in a classroom just before talking about the Declaration of Independence or the Revolutionary War. There is also additional resources in the back of the book that could be very helpful when looking for more information.

[Ryan Hong · Rating 4 out of 5]

1. What is the story mostly about? The Declaration of Independence.
2. What is a fact? It was written by Mr. Jefferson.
3. What happened after Great Britain approved the writing? America broke off of England.
4. Why did the colonists hate the taxes? They think it is not nice.
5. What is the same between Jefferson and adams? They are friends.
6. What do you think will happen next? Washington becomes father of the country.
7. What is a silversmith? Someone who makes things out of silver.
8. You can tell that England is stict.
9. What is an opinion? England is mean.
10. What is a lesson? Be nice.
11. What does Declaration of Independence mean? writing that says independence.
12. What can happen? Adams edit it.