American History: Set 2

American history is filled with incredible stories that can sometimes get lost amid the memorization of names and dates. Readers dig deeper into the stories behind the common topics they?re taught in their history classes, with the help of engaging main text, detailed sidebars, and annotated quotes from historical figures and contemporary historians. Full-color photographs and historical images help readers place themselves in the middle of major moments in American history?from the creation of the Transcontinental Railroad to the Great Depression. As they read, they gain a deeper appreciation for the way the past still affects our lives today.
? Primary sources are included to enrich readers? understanding of important social studies curriculum topics
? A detailed timeline sets the scene for readers before they explore the main text, giving them a clear picture of the major world events surrounding the given period in American history
? Readers are encouraged to think critically about history through text that unflinchingly examines difficult and dark periods in America?s past