Andrew Jackson, a military hero, lost the presidency in 1824 to a wealthy aristocrat. But the people elected this "common man" in 1828. Andrew was the first president to veto bills he did not believe in, not just those that were unconstitutional. Andrew Jackson represented the people of America while in office. These popular readers include easy-to-read information, fun facts and trivia, humor, activities and a whole lot more. They are great for ages 7-12 (grades 2-6), because although simple, these readers have substance and really engage kids with their stories. They are great for social studies, meeting state and national curriculum standards, individual and group reading programs, centers, library programs, and have many other terrific educational uses. Get the Answer Key for the Quizzes! Click HERE.
Look for H.W. Brands's other biographies: THE FIRST AMERICAN (Benjamin Franklin), THE MAN WHO SAVED THE UNION (Ulysses S. Grant), TRAITOR TO HIS CLASS (Franklin Roosevelt) and REAGAN.
Look for H.W. Brands's other biographies: THE FIRST AMERICAN (Benjamin Franklin), THE MAN WHO SAVED THE UNION (Ulysses S. Grant), TRAITOR TO HIS CLASS (Franklin Roosevelt) and REAGAN.
The definitive biography of a larger-than-life president who defied norms, divided a nation, and changed Washington forever Andrew Jackson, his intimate circle of friends, and his tumultuous times are at the heart of this remarkable book ...
A COMPANION TO THE ERA OF ANDREW JACKSON More than perhaps any other president, Andrew Jackson’s story mirrored that of the United States; from his childhood during the American Revolution, through his military actions against both Native ...
Robert V. Remini's prize-winning, three-volume biography Life of Andrew Jackson won the National Book Award on its completion in 1984 and is recognized as one of the greatest lives of a U.S. President.
Nashville at some point before Robertson arrived on the scene. It was to I\"'Iansker's fortified position that Rachel Donelson and her family fled when tormented by Indians in their first year.3° The early colonists survived many ...
23 “ Resolved , That General Sevier's expedition into the Cherokee Nation , in the year 1793 was a just and necessary measure , and that provision ought to be made by law for paying the expenses involved . ' The vote was put off until ...
This book in the New York Times best-selling series contains eighty illustrations that help bring the story to life.
In 1829 Andrew Jackson became the seventh president of the United States, the first who did not come from a wealthy, east coast family.
Life and Times of Andrew Jackson: Soldier--statesman--president