Road To Revolution Enhanced Ebook

Welcome to the fascinating world of colonial and revolutionary America—a time of strength, courage and ingenuity. The War for Independence established the United States as a sovereign nation. The Constitution, approved a few years after the war, created the balanced system of government that serves us today. The activities in this book provide insight into the history, customs, culture, art, life, and government of the British colonies during the colonial and revolutionary periods. The eight full-color transparencies at the back of the book (print books) or the included PowerPoint slides (eBooks) can be used alone or with specific activities listed in the table of contents. For a print book with the PowerPoint presentation instead of transparencies, please see MP8824.

“The Revolutionary War” provides a detailed overview of the American battle for independence and the forging of a nation. From the earliest skirmishes at Lexington and Concord to the decisive victory at Yorktown, to the writing of the Constitution and the struggles of early national America, this book tracks both the logistical and intellectual dimensions of the "revolution," which, as John Adams said, took place "in the hearts and minds of Americans . . . before a single drop of blood was shed." As much as it vividly documents the particulars of battle, it is the dizzying aftermath of the war and the complexities of fulfilling the "idea" of America that form the impressive substance of this book. Also discussed are the social, cultural, and artistic advances of the post-Revolutionary period, including women's suffrage and the beginning of public education, with special emphasis given to the "American Renaissance" and the rising of distinctly American literature.

"The Industrial Revolution" (1760—1870) covers the century of extraordinary inventiveness and unprecedented industrial and economic growth which began in mid-18th-century England and spread throughout Europe and the United States. Notable inventions discussed include the steam engine—which revolutionized transportation and international commerce—and the spinning jenny, which led to the mechanization of textile production and the development of the factory system. Special emphasis is given to the dramatic social, political, and economic effects of industrialization including its ill effects on family life and the birth of socialism. Challenging map exercises and provocative review questions encourage meaningful reflection and historical analysis. Tests and answer keys included.

Join the Lewis and Clark Expedition—an exciting journey into the uncharted wilderness of western North America. Charged by President Jefferson in 1804 to gather information and explore the newly-acquired Louisiana Territory, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark led the Corps of Discovery up the Missouri River, across the Great Plains and the Rocky Mountains, and down the Columbia River to the Pacific Ocean. The activities in this book provide insight into the geography, natural resources, plant and animal life of the region, as well as the culture of the various Native American tribes the Corps of Discovery encountered along the way. The eight full-color transparencies at the back of the book (print books) or the included PowerPoint slides (eBooks) can be used alone or with specific activities listed in the table of contents.

Welcome to one of the most important societies of pre-Columbian Mesoamerica. Of the three high civilizations of this region—Olmec, Maya, and Aztec—the Aztecs were the last, flourishing during the final centuries before Hernan Cortes landed on the Gulf Coast of Mexico. The activities in this book provide insight into the history, religion, culture, art, and life of the ancient Aztecs. The eight full-color transparencies at the back of the book (print books) or the included PowerPoint slides (eBooks) can be used alone or with specific activities listed in the table of contents.

Welcome to the fascinating world of the ancient Maya—the most advanced society of pre-Columbian Mesoamerica and the only New World culture to produce a complete system of writing. Maya flourished for over 2,000 years, building elaborate cities at a time when Europe was in decline. The activities in this book provide insight into the history, religion, culture, art, and life of the ancient Maya. The eight full-color transparencies at the back of the book (print books) or the included PowerPoint slides (eBooks) can be used alone or with specific activities listed in the table of contents.

Westward Expansion contains 12 full-color PowerPoint slides, 28 reproducible pages including five pages of test material, and a richly detailed teacher's guide. Among the topics covered in this volume are the territorial growth of the United States, manifest destiny, the Louisiana Purchase, the Mexican Cession, The Oregon Country, the Gold Rush of 1849.

Thomas Woodrow Wilson was an American politician and academic who served as the 28th president of the United States. In this book, he discusses the growing unrest that led to the Russian Revolution. Though many people are aware of the more widespread conflicts that began in World War I, Wilson uses his political expertise to delve deeper into the topic of revolutions, using Russia as an example, and in doing so, he discusses how he believes society can move away from these events happening in the future.