American History Flashpoints!
This critically-explorative series presents watershed moments in American history. Students learn how the courage, ideas, and innovations of historic Americans combined with dynamic political, economic, and cultural forces to change or guide the course of America's destiny. From the Declaration of Independence to the Gold Rush and beyond, students see how history is made, and are invited to consider how the United States became the country that it is today. Interesting sidebars and graphic organizers create another layer of enriched learning, making these books a favorite source for students.
* Reviews *
Book Review: Timeline of the California Gold Rush"This is a good book for students wanting to do research on California during the 1840s through the end of the gold rush. The subdued photos of the times really puts a picture on what this period of history was like."
--Carla Lawson, W.E. Chalmers Elementary
Book Review: Daring Women of the American Revolution
"Nice to have a work focusing on women's contributions to the cause; book also has some good graphic organizer illustrations plus well chosen pictures."
--Betsy Ruffin, Cleburne ISD
Book Review: The Bill of Rights
"The brief explanations and examples make this book a strong choice for classroom use in American government studies. The interesting "Did You Know?" points add to the usability. Several of the pages include questions for discussion which add depth and open up the possibility of simulations or other classroom group activities."
--Lana McGehee, Paradise Elementary
