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Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"The meal celebrated by the Pilgrims and Native Americans in 1621 is called the first Thanksgiving just about everywhere. But, this was not the first Thanksgiving at all! European settlers had celebrated many such meals since coming to America. In this book, commonly held myths about colonial history are debunked for curious readers. Readers are invited to think critically about what they know as fact boxes add even more fascinating information to...
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Nothing feels more American than celebrating the Fourth of July. But what exactly happened that day to make it the day we celebrate our freedom? Readers may be surprised to find out that the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 2-not July 4! This book sheds light on many commonly held beliefs about America's day of independence and makes clear what is myth and what is fact. Historical images and fun fact boxes complement the main text"--...
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Paul Revere's legendary ride turns out to be full of legend-meaning, what readers think they know about it might not be true! Revere never yelled "the British are coming," nor was he the sole rider out that night. Even more myths are busted in this entertaining look at the American Revolution. Readers practice critical thinking when engaging with the main social studies content and learn fun facts they'll be repeating in class for years to come!"--...
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"John Adams was the second president, and Thomas Jefferson was the third-but neither of them signed the U.S. Constitution! In this entertaining volume, readers learn all about the crafting of and ratification of this seminal American document, as well as surprising facts about how it came about. A great supplement to classroom learning, the main text and fun fact boxes give readers a new perspective at which to look at history. Historical images support...
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"The Founding Fathers can seem like towering figures. But some legends about them are tall tales! Many believe George Washington had wooden teeth. Readers of this volume learn that's false-thought his teeth were made of bone, lead, and more! Even more interesting biographical information can be found in this book, written especially with elementary readers in mind. Myths of the Founding Fathers are presented and dispelled, encouraging critical thinking...
Author
Publisher
Enslow Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Who created the U.S. flag? Before you say Betsy Ross-read this book! She may not have and in fact, her grandson may have made the whole story up! Betsy Ross's creation of the flag is just one of the myths debunked in this creative take on the history of American symbols. Filled with fun facts and beautiful historical images, this volume is a great supplement to social studies learning as well as critical thinking lessons. Curious readers will be...
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