The Louisiana Purchase: A History Just for Kids

In 1803, the United States made one of the most important land deals in history-the Louisiana Purchase. For just over $11 million, the U.S. bought 828,000 square miles of land from France, doubling the size of the young country and opening the door to westward expansion.

This book introduces kids to the story behind the Louisiana Purchase, explaining how the deal happened, why it was made, and what it meant for the future of the United States. Along the way, readers will learn about the leaders involved, the impact on Native American communities, and the challenges of exploring this vast new territory.

Written for ages 7 to 12, this book makes a key moment in American history easy to understand and fun to explore.

Author: Kidcaps
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 07/18/2012
Pages: 46
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.12lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.10d
ISBN: 9781478269243

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