The Making Of America

by Robert D Johnston

Paper Book, 2002

Status

Available

Call number

973 Joh

Call number

973 Joh

Local notes

973 Joh

Barcode

6044

Collection

Publication

National Geographic Children's Books (2002), Edition: First, Hardcover, 192 pages

Description

From the first contact of Europeans with Native Americans in 1492 to the current events of the 21st century, this comprehensive volume makes the story of America interesting and fun for today’s visually oriented kids. Major eras and social movements unfold chronologically. Each chapter includes biographies of two key people and a “Great Debate” focusing on some heated issue of that era and an explanation of its relevance today. Throughout the book, the roles and accomplishments of men and women of various racial and ethnic backgrounds are represented. Intriguing period art and photography bring people and events to life while specially designed maps make it easy for kids to follow the growth of our nation. Time lines, historic documents and speeches, a guide to historic sites, a list of Presidents, statehood dates, additional resources, and a detailed index further enhance this valuable family reference.… (more)

Physical description

192 p.; 8.89 inches

Pages

192

Rating

(4 ratings; 4.1)
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