Age
9-11
Grade
3-8
Lucia Tarbox Raatma
A Signer for Independence: John Hancock
Library Binding
(Compass Point Books Jan. 1, 2009)
One of America’s Founding Fathers, John Hancock became a leader of the American Revolution after unfair British taxation practices affected his Boston business. He became involved in local politics and was elected president of the Second Continental Congress. Hancock is known for his prominent signature on the Declaration of Independence, his nine terms as governor of Massachusetts, and his work drafting the Bill of Rights.
- Series
- We the People: Revolution and the New Nation
- ISBN
- 0756541220 / 9780756541224
- Pages
- 48
- Weight
- 9.6 oz.
- Dimensions
- 7.5 x 0.3
in.