Manifest Destiny: The Dream of a New Nation (Library Binding) (ISBN-13: 9781508149392)

Manifest Destiny is the idea that the United States was destined to stretch "from sea to shining sea." To fulfill that destiny, the United States embarked on a period of rapid expansion in the 19th century. Readers discover the ways the dream of Manifest Destiny was achieved through informative text that supports common social studies curriculum topics. Historical images and primary sources help readers visualize how much the nation changed in such a short period time. Readers also discover how the idea of Manifest Destiny influenced U.S. foreign policy long after Americans reached the shores of the Pacific Ocean.

Author: Lorraine Harrison
ISBN-10: 1508149399
ISBN-13: 9781508149392
Publisher: PowerKids Press
Language: English
Published: 07/31/2016
Pages: 24
Format: Library Binding
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 8.60h x 7.20w x 0.40d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.8
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 183560 / Manifest Destiny: The Dream of a New Nation