Primary Sources in World History
Primary Sources in World History
Reading Level: 6
Interest Level: 6-8
The books in the Primary Sources in World History series introduce readers to the time periods and events that produced profound changes on civilization. Explore the Middle Ages, the Reformation, the Industrial Revolution, and other periods up to the present through the words and artwork of those who actually lived through them.
EACH BOOK
CONTAINS:
? A timeline of events that affected
each of these periods in world history
? Fact
boxes that contain eyewitness quotes or highlight people of importance
? A series of spreads that each examine a key source
and the ways historians interpret that source
? An
introduction that provides an overview of
and context for the time period under study
CURRICULUM CONNECTIONS:
? Age-appropriate written content, complemented by
relatable images, encourages contextual understanding
? Excerpts from historical documents, accompanied by
first-person accounts, are presented in easy-to-understand format for readers of
various reading and language skills
? A presentation of
different views of historians about a primary source promotes critical thinking skills
? Diversity and understanding are promoted
through an examination of different times, people, thought processes, and
cultures
