Americana A Civics Handbook

by Mary B. Mackley

Learn the foundations of our Nation. All ages will enjoy this book from the 5th grade up through adult years. It is a handy resource for first time learning or for a review or reference. The book focuses on the early years of America but there is so much more historical information, facts and trivia included. There is an easy to follow chronology describing Colonial times and the Revolutionary War era, leading up to the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. You will have your own copy of these historical documents. Also included is information about the Presidents, First Ladies, the Original Thirteen Colonies, Three Branches of Government, the Fifty States, National Symbols, Electoral College and more. The U.S. Citizenship Test of 100 questions is newly included, and is excellent for civics studies as well an an aid to citizenship studies. There is a special note on the National Parks...their history and how they preserve our American heritage. There are lists of the National Parks related to Colonial and Revolutionary War times, Sites of Remembrance (for our Veterans), and of our most cherished National Parks. There are over 50 pages of historical sketches and images. Printed book size is 8.5" x 11" There is so much more in this Second Edition. (Revised January 2017). The book is Nonpartisan. Everyone should have a copy and be more fully informed!

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference

320 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 5, 2017

Reviews

[Military Writers Society of America (MWSA)]

MWSA Review

Americana A Civics Handbook is a great reference book that all high school students should have available to them. I applaud Mary B. Mackley for the hard work she must have put into compiling the book. Filled with copies of relevant documents, such as the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, official portraits of our nation's founders and historic buildings, Mackley put this book together as an educational resource devoid of any personal beliefs or political positions. The book covers the presidents, lists the states and when they came into the union, identifies the national parks, and so on.

I am going to ensure that my grandkids know I have this book, and when they are in high school, I will do my best to get them to read it! And don't let me mislead you - this book is appropriate for older folks like me, too! I recommend this book for everyone.

Reviewed by Bob Doerr, MWSA Reviewer

[Sally Lippert · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book for someone like me who has not taken a civics course in a very long time. Reminds me of how important our freedoms and laws are to current life.

[Chandler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Primer

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and I appreciate the succinct presentation. It is a very good way for me to begin my journey into civics.

[Autumn Kearney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! This book is packed with so much information and history that my brain exploded when I read it! Most of this stuff I am ashamed to have forgotten. High school was eons ago.