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The ancient civilizations that form the basis of our modern world first sprang up in the Eastern Hemisphere, in an area of the Middle East known as the Cradle of Civilization. Through project-based learning, this insightful book examines the history of the Eastern Hemisphere and how it was shaped by trading, wars, and colonialism.
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The American Civil War and the ensuing process of Reconstruction in the South were turning points in American history. The United States realized it could not endure with two separate ideas about slavery, and that it needed to reconcile how it felt about government. Readers will engage with history through primary sources, and get inspired to show mastery of this dynamic and difficult era. The project-based learning ideas in this book include map-making,...
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While Christopher Columbus's legacy may be controversial, the wave of global transformation that came after him is undeniable. After 1492, the world was irrevocably headed down a path where people, plants, animals, and even microbes, would never be the same. Readers will make insightful connections between Columbus's journey and the forces at play in their own world through project-based learning, featuring colorful photographs and special sidebars....
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The U.S. Constitution is one of the most important documents in the world, if not the most important document in the history of the United States. It is the U.S. Constitution that spells out citizens' rights, and there is still much debate today about its interpretation in the legislative process of the United States. In this edifying resource, readers will examine the U.S. Constitution and the rights it affords American citizens through project-based...
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The Vietnam War began an incredibly divisive moment in the United States, as many Americans questioned whether the war was necessary and morally legitimate. With this instructive book, readers will examine important topics involving the Vietnam War and the anti-war movement through project-based learning.
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The Western Hemisphere, spanning from the Americas to Eastern Europe, consists of many cultures, some of which have attempted to claim dominance at various points in history. The history of the Western Hemisphere is, thus, also a history of colonialism and imperialism. In this book, readers will examine the history of these cultures and their relationships from the dawn of modern history until today through project-based learning. Students can model...
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