The New Nation Reading Passages
Reading Results
America Becomes a New Country
This engaging U.S. history reading passage explores how America became a new country. Students will learn about the even...
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The Constitution and Bill of Rights
This passage explores the creation of the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Students will learn about t...
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George Washington: Our First President
This engaging U.S. history reading passage introduces students to George Washington, America’s first president, through ...
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The Three Branches of Government
This engaging history reading passage introduces students to the three branches of government in the United States: the ...
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Creating the American Flag
This engaging reading passage explores the creation of the American flag, highlighting its importance as a national symb...
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The Liberty Bell Rings for Freedom
This engaging history reading passage, 'The Liberty Bell Rings for Freedom,' introduces students to the story and signif...
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Building Washington D.C., Our Capital
This history reading passage explores the building of Washington D.C., the capital of the United States. Students will l...
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The Star-Spangled Banner and War
This reading passage explores the inspiring story of 'The Star-Spangled Banner' and its origins during the War of 1812. ...
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John Adams: Second President
This engaging U.S. history reading passage introduces students to John Adams, the second President of the United States....
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Thomas Jefferson and the Louisiana Purchase
This engaging U.S. history reading passage teaches students about Thomas Jefferson and the Louisiana Purchase, one of th...
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Lewis and Clark's Great Adventure with Sacagawea
This reading passage introduces students to the exciting journey of Lewis and Clark and their guide, Sacagawea, as they ...
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James Madison and the War of 1812
This engaging U.S. history reading passage focuses on James Madison and the War of 1812. Students learn about key events...
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Dolley Madison Saves Washington's Portrait
This engaging history reading passage tells the inspiring story of Dolley Madison and her brave actions during the War o...
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Early American Inventors and Ideas
This engaging history reading passage introduces students to early American inventors and their important ideas. It high...
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The First Political Parties Form
This engaging passage explores the formation of America's first political parties, highlighting the Federalists and Demo...
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James Monroe and the Monroe Doctrine
This engaging U.S. history reading passage introduces students to President James Monroe and the Monroe Doctrine, a key ...
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