Spotlight on American History: Set 2
While the United States might be a young nation compared to others around the
world, its history is expansive and exciting. Detailed text presents important
social studies curriculum topics, including westward expansion, the abolitionist
movement, and the War of 1812. Historical images provide engaging visual
examples of important points covered in the text. With each turn of the page,
readers will develop a stronger understanding of the people and events that
brought America from its independence to modern times.
? Topics were
chosen specifically to reflect social studies curricula and supplement what is
taught in classrooms with additional detail
? Readers gain experience
evaluating primary sources as they study those that were carefully selected for
each volume
? Primary source lists in each volume provide additional
information on historical images
