Movements and Moments That Changed America

Striking images and fascinating details will enthrall
readers as they travel back to an event or era in American history that made the
nation what it is today. Comprehensible language that recounts the circumstances
surrounding these movements will help readers understand the connections among
events in broader political, social, and cultural contexts so that students can
explain the different causes and effects of these historical moments. Excerpts
from primary sources and discussion of the lasting impact of these past events
on modern society will allow readers to examine the various factors that shaped
the perspectives of people during each time period and how and why these views
have changed over the centuries.

• Exciting topics discussed in an accessible
yet engaging tone to captivate students

• Supports the C3 Framework for
Social Studies State Standards for History to help students connect past events
to current developments

• Informative sidebars expand upon each subject

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Detailed chronologies, chapter notes, and further reading sections with books,
websites, and films offer in-depth information and additional resources for
study