Turning Points (Group 2)

The events and policies of the present day do not exist in a vacuum. They've been shaped, both consciously and unconsciously, by historical events. Understanding historical turning points such as the Holocaust, the establishment of slavery in the New World, and the Industrial Revolution is a crucial step toward gaining a better understanding of what's happening in the world today. Primary sources, annotated quotes, and engaging sidebars complement the informative main text to give readers a more in-depth look at history, giving them the tools to think critically and make connections to current events.
Each Book Contains:
• Maps to provide visual context for the events laid out in the text
• A detailed timeline to help readers put historical events in order
• A list of both fiction and nonfiction books and age-appropriate websites that provide a starting point for further research
Curriculum Connections:
• Primary sources teach readers to analyze and draw inferences from the text
• Discussion questions help readers focus on and analyze three central ideas in each chapter