Words that shaped America

"From Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech to today's discourse on social media, Americans have used their words as tools to fight for civil rights. This beneficial book introduces students to words that defined a movement and the notable leaders behind them. Written to support social studies curricula, this volume presents history through the perspectives of the people who were there. Readers learn about the civil rights movement, historical and contemporary leaders, and the impact they have had on society. Primary source images, compelling quotes, and significant sidebars and fact boxes create a comprehensive reading experience"--Provided by the publisher.

"From slogans in pamphlets to speeches at the gallows, phrases from the American Revolution still echo throughout our culture. The ideas shared by colonists, soldiers, and spies inspired rebellion and shaped a new nation. Today, they inform our views of America's promise and principles. Young historians will learn about the lives of the people who coined certain famous and influential phrases. This . . . book . . . will also explore the historical background of certain powerful words and the reasons why the words are still so potent today"--Provided by publisher.