Words That Shaped America

"Four score and seven years ago..." "The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." "Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country." The words of American presidents have comforted and challenged Americans since the country''s earliest days, and readers discover the riveting stories behind the most powerful presidential words in this unique look at American history. Filled with memorable quotes, detailed sidebars, graphic organizers, and historical and contemporary images, this reading experience expands on common social studies curriculum topics in creative ways.