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Washington's Farewell Address

by Amelie von Zumbusch
Don Rauf
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As his second term as president drew to an end in 1796, George Washington bid the country farewell and offered his advice for its future. He did so in an address that was published in a Philadelphia newspaper. This volume introduces young readers to the key themes in the open letter and liberally cites the words of that primary document. It is a great way to introduce elementary-school students to the importance and challenges of going back to an original text. It also offers a window into an immensely influential period of American history and a highly revered figure.

  • Creators

  • Series

    Let's Find Out! Primary Sources

  • Publisher

  • Release date

    December 15, 2016

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Read

      • ISBN: 9781508103264

    • PDF ebook

      • ISBN: 9781508103264
      • File size: 6823 KB

  • Languages

    • English

  • Levels

    • Lexile® Measure: 930
    • Text Difficulty: 4-6

  • Reviews

    • School Library Journal

      April 1, 2017
      Gr 3-5-The significance of key primary source documents is adeptly explored. Each title begins by defining the term primary source. This segues into the backstory of the featured document, with a description of the social and political injustices that prompted people to seek change through legislation and formal declaration. Major players are mentioned, as are the lasting effects of the primary sources. The writing is concise, and the information is presented cogently. Brightly colored sidebars and sleek font headings complement backgrounds made to look like aged paper. The visual contrast underscores the importance of past actions on the present day. -Think About It- questions (-Think about what rules you have to follow at home and school. Which rules make you safer? Which rules would you change if you could, and why?- in Magna Carta) encourage critical thinking. With the exception of the featured primary document, sources are not cited. VERDICT An attractive, enlightening package with an emphasis on civics.

      Copyright 2017 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

Formats

  • OverDrive Read
  • PDF ebook

subjects

Languages

  • English

Levels

  • Lexile® Measure:930
  • Text Difficulty:4-6

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