Publisher's Synopsis
Provide an engaging nonfiction book for Spanish-speaking students as they explore some of the causes of the Civil War. Students will examine the divisive events in the nineteenth century that led up to the war, including the Missouri Compromise, the Compromise of 1850, the Kansas-Nebraska Act, the Dred Scott decision, and more. Breathe life into the pages of history with primary source documents that offer significant clues on what life might have been like during this turbulent time in American history.
Causas de la guerra de Secesión: un país dividido (Causes of the Civil War: A House Divided) book
- Helps build content knowledge across geography, history, and other social studies strands
- Supports diverse learning needs, including various learning styles, below-level, above-level, and Spanish language learners
- Includes text features such as captions, bold print, a glossary, and an index to boost academic vocabulary and understanding
- Challenges students and extends their learning with an engaging "Your Turn!" activity
- Aligns with state standards as well as McREL, WIDA/TESOL, and the NCSS/C3 Framework to prepare students for college and career readiness
Deepen students' understanding of the causes of the Civil War and bring history to life with Causas de la guerra de Secesión: un país dividido book!
