In the summer of 1776, Thomas Jefferson was writing what came to be one of America’s most important and famous documents—the Declaration of Independence. It announced that the 13 American colonies were free from British rule. But there’s more behind the Declaration’s faded parchment paper and ink. Young readers will be fascinated as they discover details about the Declaration’s creation, its impact around the world, and what the symbolic document means today. Infographics, activities, sidebars, and historical photos help to push student understanding beyond the basics.

Ages 8-11.

About the Author:
Amy Maranville resides in Franklin, Massachusetts with her husband, two young boys, and vocal boxer-basset hound. She is a graduate of Smith College and holds an MA in Children’s Literature from Simmons University. When she isn’t writing books, she teaches composition courses at Dean College and writes historical ghost tours. Sharing stories has been a life-long dream for Amy, and she is so proud to be able to share her work with you today.