This book will help students understand why Thomas Jefferson 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 the understand it. Review questions are provided for each section of study. Also included are internet research ideas, multiple intelligences activities and an answer key. Softcover, 48 pages. Grades 4-8. |
