The Magna Carta
- ISBN-10
- 1977109179
- ISBN-13
- 9781977109170
- Series
- The Magna Carta
- Category
- Juvenile Nonfiction
- Pages
- 24
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2020
- Publisher
- Pebble
- Author
- Marcia Amidon Lüsted
Description
Although a British document, the Magna Carta was an influential and important written document that helped shape the foundation of America. Readers will discover why this primary source is so important, the context behind the document, and how it inspired key U.S. documents like the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Rich world history and the progress of human liberty comes to life through strong picture-text matching, at-level content, and resourceful back matter. The Capstone Interactive edition comes with simultaneous access for every student in your school and includes read aloud audio recorded by professional voice over artists.
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- 2018-04-06
- 26 pages
- Paperback
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
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