Rescuing the Declaration of Independence: How We Almost Lost the Words That Built America

by Anna Crowley Redding

Book Overview

He saved the words that built America Emmy Award-winning journalist Anna Crowley Redding and Sibert Honor illustrator Edwin Fotheringham bring to life the riveting true story about the lowly clerk who saved the Declaration of Independence from being destroyed by the British army in the War of 1812. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0062740326
• ISBN13: 9780062740328
• Release Date: April 2020
• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.4" x 11.1"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Fun and informative

The war of 1812 doesn’t get much attention in chidlren’s literature, so this is a refreshing exception. The illustrations are drawn in a cartoon style that isn’t ugly or over the top. The text of the story is well written and engaging for a wide age range. Most four year olds and up would enjoy it. It doesn’t delve into the facts surrounding the war, but is simply a story from the war.