Expanding America
Expanding America
Reading Level: 8
Interest Level: 8+
Each book in the Expanding America series explains some of the major moments in the United States' geopolitical history, from the Louisiana Purchase to Seward's Folly. Topics covered include the nation's circumstances prior to the event (such as motivations, barriers, and so on), the major historical figures associated with the event, the specific location that was folded into the Union, the exploration and settlement of the area, and the long-term effects the expansion had on the United States.
Each Book Contains:
? First-hand quotes
? Contemporary maps of the area
? Discussion of the political circumstances and effects of each expansion
Curriculum Connections:
? Introduces students to differing primary and secondary sources
? Maps allow students to synthesize knowledge along with text
? Considers the process behind each historical event
Each Book Contains:
? First-hand quotes
? Contemporary maps of the area
? Discussion of the political circumstances and effects of each expansion
Curriculum Connections:
? Introduces students to differing primary and secondary sources
? Maps allow students to synthesize knowledge along with text
? Considers the process behind each historical event
