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  • Prohibition: Social Movement and Controversial Amendment

    Joan Stoltman

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2018)
    The story of Prohibition in the United States is one of extremes, with temperance crusaders on one side working to ban alcohol across America and bootleggers and organized crime rings on the other side illegally transporting alcohol into speakeasies and homes. Readers explore both sides of this controversial period in American history as they learn the fascinating facts behind the passage and repeal of the 18th Amendment. The captivating main text is supplemented by a helpful timeline, relevant primary sources, informative sidebars, and annotated quotations from historical figures and scholars.

  • American History Playhouse: Inspirational Classroom Plays About United States History

    David A. Almeida, Albert Cullum, Kathie Kelleher

    Paperback (Good Apple, Jan. 1, 2002)
    Book by Almeida, David A., Cullum, Albert
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  • 50 Nifty States

    Jerry Aten, Sherry Neidigh

    Paperback (Good Apple, Oct. 1, 2001)
    Book by Aten, Jerry
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  • The Age of Reform and Industrialization: 1896-1920

    Roman Espejo

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Pr, Dec. 1, 2002)
    Looks at important writings and moments in American history during the the Spanish American War, annexation of the Philippines and other territories, and the Industrial Revolution.

  • The Great Depression: Worldwide Economic Crisis

    Siyavush Saidian

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Aug. 15, 2017)
    Presents important facts about the Great Depression, including what caused it, how average Americans dealt with financial hardships during this time, and what programs were created to get Americans back to work.
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  • The Civil War - Booklinks to American History - Grades 4 to 8

    Doris V Jackson

    Paperback (ECS Learning Systems, Inc., Jan. 1, 1994)
    This little study guide will help the student learn critical thinking, build vocabulary and writing skills, explore history and art, all while reading through the classic, Shades of Gray, a novel by Carolyn Reeder on the subject of the Civil War. Each book in the Booklinks to Social Studies Series integrates literature with the study of history and social studies. The selected literature books give students a greater understanding of important historical events, places and people. The activities for each book encourage students to think critically about what they have read and provide opportunities for students to work in cooperative learning groups.Each novel chosen has been chosen for its literary qualities; several are Newberry Award winners. All featured novels are currently in print in either paperback or hardcover editions.Each book in the Booklinks to Social Studies Series includes: * a synopsis of the featured title * a bibliography of related titles * prereading and critical thinking questions * guided reading activities * vocabulary study * an exploration of literary elements * compare/contrast connections * composition and art activities * opportunities for further research

  • Early Native North Americans

    Don Nardo

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, June 9, 2008)
    Describes the early Native American peoples of North America, including their origins, how they hunted and cultivated food, their religious beliefs, and interactions with Europeans.
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  • A Kids Guide to American History - Volume 1: Jamestown to The Lewis and Clark Expedition

    KidCaps

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, March 12, 2013)
    This bundle book is a compilation of four of KidCaps top selling history books; it is the first in a two-part volume. The first volume presents the following subjects in an easy to understand format that kids love: *Jamestown *The Continental Convention *The Louisiana Purchase *The Lewis and Clark Expedition
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  • The Cold War Period, 1945-1992

    Leora Maltz

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, Oct. 7, 2002)
    Looks at important writings and moments in American history from the end of the Second World War to the fall of communism in the Soviet Union.

  • Learning about World War I and World War II with Arts & Crafts

    Paul Challen

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Jan. 1, 2015)
    World War I and World War II both had a huge impact on the modern world. Readers explore the history of these wars in a very creative waythrough making crafts inspired by these events in American history. Readers learn about different styles of warfare as they make their own periscopes, and they learn about the role the United States played in each conflict as they make their own war posters. These projects are accompanied by enlightening text, including helpful sidebars and fact boxes. Photographs from this period in history engage readers with each turn of the page.
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  • The Great Depression

    Don Nardo

    Hardcover (Lucent, Dec. 14, 2007)
    Discusses the possible causes of the Great Depression, the social conditions in which people--including minorities and women--lived during the Depression, the government's actions during this time, and its legacy.
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  • Learning About the Civil Rights Movement With Arts & Crafts

    Kira Freed

    Paperback (Powerkids Pr, Jan. 1, 2015)
    The history of the civil rights movement in America is filled with stories of challenges and courage. Readers discover the people and events that shaped the fight for equal rights for all Americans—regardless of their race. Informative text, sidebars, and fact boxes introduce readers to people like Rosa Parks and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The facts readers learn are made more accessible through historical photographs and several hands-on art projects. Readers learn to make their own civil rights posters and peace beads, along with other projects inspired by this time period.
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