This interesting nonfiction title allows readers to explore some of the most well-known battles of the Civil War. Through stunning facts; easy-to-read text; and colorful images and illustrations; this book will take children on a historical journey with the Confederate and Union armies as they fight the Battle of Bull Run; Battle of Gettysburg; and the Siege at Vicksburg. Along with the infamous battles; the Gettysburg Address; treason; and the Declaration of Independence are discussed to give readers a better understanding of why the Civil War began and the impact it had on Americans. About Shell Education Rachelle Cracchiolo started the company with a friend and fellow teacher. Both were eager to share their ideas and passion for education with other classroom leaders. What began as a hobby; selling lesson plans to local stores; became a part-time job after a full day of teaching; and eventually blossomed into Teacher Created Materials. The story continued in 2004 with the launch of Shell Education and the introduction of professional resources and classroom application books designed to support Teacher Created Materials curriculum resources. Today; Teacher Created Materials and Shell Education are two of the most recognized names in educational publishing around the world.
#251653 in Books Free Press 2004-06-03 2004-06-03Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.44 x .80 x 5.50l; .80 #File Name: 0743256026272 pages
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. An Interesting LifeBy P. R. SmithI had previously read a book about Robert Morris and it made numerous mentions of Gouvernuer Morris; so this was a book that I couldn't over look. This had to be a difficult story to tell. Gouvernuer Morris did many good things in his life and made lasting contributions to the American founding; but really did only one thing that was great; and that was to make our constitution a concise document with lasting value. Yes; he participated in writing the first New York state constitution; was a member of the Continental Congress; an Ambassador to France; a U.S. Senator; and a member of the Erie Canal commission. His participation in these activities is something that only a handful of Americans could have done; but these were not monumental in the greater scheme of the Founders. This was really a story of Morris' life; and it is a tale of accomplishment and intrigue with other men's wives. A story of adventure and travel throughout Europe. A story of experiencing two revolutions. Somewhere in the course of all this; Morris became a wealthy man and I found myself asking how since he practiced law but for a short time in New York and Philadelphia. I wish the author would have explained Morris' accumulation of wealth in more detail; if in fact there is a historical record of it. Also; the book mentions that Morris spoke more times than anyone else during the Constitutional Convention; but there is little detail about what he said. Finally; there is but short mention of Morris' participation in the five member committee that drafted the constitution. To the author's credit; he addressed Morris' achievements as well as his poor choices; such as encouraging officers of the Revolutionary Army to challenge the government and supporting the New England separatist movement during the War of 1812. It is also clear that Morris was an aristocrat who looked down on commoners as incapable of self government; a misguided judgement that today looks undemocratic but at the time was not all that uncommon. I am glad I read this book as it was informative and interesting; but I am still looking for answers to those events in Morris' life that were not answered in this book.4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. The founder I never knew aboutBy M. HeissI've been reading biographies of the founders and histories of early America as a pet project for a couple of years. It's so funny -- most of my family knows I've been reading these biographies; so they'll ask me who I'm "doing" currently. Answering "Gouverneur Morris" has led to some vaguely nodded heads. It's ok -- I didn't know who the fellow was; either. I picked the book up because Brookhiser is dependably good. This biography is no exception.The charms of the book are:Brevity.Good use of quoted letters and diaries.Entertaining anecdotes.Good-humored and inspiring portraiture.Brookhiser calls a spade a spade -- he lauds Morris's strengths and deplores his weaknesses; showing the reader both without flinching. And the result is an honest and engaging portrait of a person that I would wish to know.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Brookhiser at his bestBy ecotravelerBrookhiser does his usual excellent job of not only providing a portrait of an individual but puts him in the context of his time and contemporaries. A largely overlooked Founder gets his due. Recommended for those who appreciate the effort it took to birth a nation unlike any before.
