Books in Hands-on American History series

The right to peaceably assemble is one of the freedoms granted to Americans under the First Amendment. However, those peaceful protests sometimes erupt into violent riots. Both protests and riots have changed the course of American history, highlighting sources of unrest, inequality, and tension in the nation from its earliest days. Readers explore the fascinating history of these protests and riots, from the Whiskey Rebellion to the Women's March, through engaging main text featuring annotated historical and contemporary quotes. Details of these marches and demonstrations are made further memorable for readers through fact-filled sidebars, primary source images, maps, and a detailed timeline.

Have you ever wondered what life was really like during colonial times? Through recipes, crafts, engaging historical information, activities, and games this book gives you a chance to experience what life was like during colonial times. Included in this book are timelines, maps, exciting photographs, one recipe, and three crafts or activities. Age appropriate instructions, tips for teachers, and thought provoking questions make each craft appropriate for either individual of classroom use.

Partisan politics and division between Americans of different political parties are constantly in the news. However, political division is not a new thing in the United States, and readers are introduced to the history of political parties as they explore how the early divisions between the Founding Fathers are still reflected in many ways today. The insightful main text and sidebars include annotated quotations to provide first-person perspectives on the various political parties that have had an impact on American democracy. Primary sources and a detailed timeline provide additional information about this timely topic.

In 1848, a carpenter discovered gold in the American River near Sacramento. His discovery launched the California gold rush, which is considered the single largest migration in U.S. history. This title paints a picture of the gold seekers, miners, and merchants who shaped the culture of 19th California as they attempted to strike it rich. Readers will love learning about this exciting time in history, which is brought to life through primary sources and historical photographs. This engaging title reinforces important social studies concepts, which aids in supporting classroom learning.

Travel back through the centuries to uncover the secrets of the world's oldest continuous civilization - the Chinese Empire. Discover fascinating facts about their way of life, the clothes people wore, the entertainments they enjoyed, and the food they liked to eat. Amazing projects enable to re-create the past: fly a dragon kite, cook red bean soup, and build a model of a Han house!

This collection of engaging, hands-on activities captures students’ interest and helps them build a deeper understanding of Immigration. They’ll learn about aspects of immigration such as packing for the journey, Ellis Island, immigrant traditions, and other important concepts. This valuable classroom-tested resource comes complete with step-by-step directions, background information, reproducible patterns, a read-aloud play, and much more! A great way to showcase students’ creativity.

Have you ever wondered what life was really like on the frontier? Through recipes, crafts, engaging historical information, activities, and games this book gives you a chance to experience what life was like on the frontier. Included in this book are timelines, maps, exciting photographs, one recipe, and three crafts or activities. Age appropriate instructions, tips for teachers, and thought provoking questions make each craft appropriate for either individual of classroom use.