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School Library Journal
Reviewed on November 1, 2002
Gr 4-6 Most children may know that John Hancock signed the Declaration of Independence, but do they know about the other 55 signers? Each of these men had a life before, during, and after his historical act, yet most of them are unknown. Fradin gives brief, fascinating glimpses into the people who have been overlooked as well as those with whom readers might be familiar. This well-organized book is divided into 13 sections-one ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Magazine
Reviewed on January 1, 2003
Quietly dignified, with stately black-and-white illustrations, the format of this impressive volume reflects its subject. While we all know some of the signers of the Declaration, few of us are acquainted with them all. Fradin focuses on those redoubtable men who risked their lives, futures, and fortunes to guarantee future generations the luxury of independence. ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More