Publisher's Synopsis
This riveting series highlights significant events in American history such as the Alamo, Reconstruction, the Industrial Revolution, and the Salem witch trials, as well as social reform movements such as the Underground Railroad and women's suffrage. Each book examines a different historical era in a narrative format, describing notable figures, setbacks, and triumphs. The texts are accompanied by primary source images and transcriptions of important documents, which give students a unique window into the past. By understanding these texts, readers will gain insight into the significance of each influential era. Features include: Primary source transcriptions illuminate people and events. Meets the requirements of the History dimension of the C3 Social Studies Framework, including seeking and evaluating a "range of sources on any historical question." Important historical terms are explained, allowing for a deeper understanding of the text.
