Books in Historical Documents series

Open the pages of this book to get an inside look at the Articles of Confederation. Find out the significance of the Articles of Confederation, what information the document contains, and why the Articles were only in effect in the United States for nine years. In this book you will also discover: what events brought about a need for the Articles of Confederation; who was involved in writing the Articles; and how the Articles are connection with the United States Constitution.

Open the pages of this book to get an inside look at the Bill of Rights. Find out who insisted on having a Bill of Rights added to the Constitution, why the Bill of Rights was not addressed by Congress right away, and who was involved in writing the Bill of Rights. In this book you will also discover: why the Bill of Rights was an important addition to the Constitution; how many amendments are in the Bill of Rights and what those amendments are; how the Bill of Rights is tested, and is relevant to society today.

Most people agree that Thomas Jefferson was a genius. He holds a firm place as one of the greatest Americans in history. How much do your students know about this author of the Declaration of Independence and former President of the United States? This book will help them understand why he is so important to our country’s political history. They will study his early life, his fondness for gadgets, his contributions to the American Revolution, his theory of government, the ups and downs of his presidency and, of course, his home and architectural masterpiece Monticello. Students will also read the Declaration of Independence and answer questions to help them understand it. Review questions are provided for each section of study. Also included are internet research ideas, multiple intelligence activities and an answer key.