Sandra Day O'Connor: Paving the Way (iCivics)
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Learn about the first female Supreme Court Justice! Discover how Sandra Day OConnor became a key government leader on the Supreme Court. This 32-page nonfiction book covers important ideas like leadership and determination. Perfect for use in the classroom or at-home learning to explore the Supreme Court, female changemakers, and U.S. History. Includes a short fiction piece to help students relate to the topic and engaging text features such as a glossary, useful discussion questions, and a Civics in Action activity designed to get students thinking and talking about social issues.
Why it’s great
This 32-page nonfiction book traces Sandra Day O'Connor's rise to the Supreme Court through the lens of leadership, determination, and constitutional history. Designed for classroom and independent use, it includes a short fiction piece, a glossary, engaging discussion questions, and a Citizenship Tip, making it a rich, structured introduction to both her life and the court she helped to define.
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