Spotlight on American History: Sets 1 - 2 (Paperback)

Compared to many countries, the United States is a young nation, but its history is long and rich. In this expansive and exciting set, readers explore the historical events, people, and movements that shaped the United States in its earliest days. Written to support social studies curricula, this collection presents an in-depth look at important topics, including the events of the American Revolution, Manifest Destiny, the era of westward expansion, the abolitionist movement, and more. Readers learn about important American leaders, from George Washington and Benjamin Franklin to Andrew Jackson and James Monroe. Detailed images and primary sources help readers develop a stronger understanding of the United States' unique identity. Features include: Topics 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.