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20th Century American History for Teens - by Carrie Floyd Cagle (Paperback)

20th Century American History for Teens - by  Carrie Floyd Cagle (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>Explore the most important moments of the 20th century in this history book for teens </strong></p><p>Help teens learn how the United States grew into one of the world's most influential countries. This 100-year journey into American history covers the period from reconstruction and the Jim Crow era through the end of the Cold War. <em>20th Century American History for Teens</em> offers a compelling look into the United States' rise to power and shows how many of the events of the 20th century still affect our lives today. </p><p><em>20th Century American History for Teens</em> features: </p><ul><li><strong>Connected learning</strong>--This book makes it easy to understand 20th century history with chapters that explain what happened during key events and how they impacted the rest of the century. </li><li><strong>Closer looks</strong>--Teens will find out about major political and social conflicts, the considerations that went into history-changing decisions, and more. </li><li><strong>Critical thinking opportunities</strong>--Exciting storytelling makes this book fun to read while still providing teens with the info they need to draw their own conclusions about how the 20th century shaped the modern day. </li></ul></p><p>Inspire teens to love learning about America's past with <em>20th Century American History for Teens</em>. </p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"As a former high school history teacher, I know how challenging it can be to convince students to read comprehensive and dry history texts. <em>20th Century American History for Teens</em> solves that problem by striking a balance between accessibility for teenagers and integrity to the study of history. If you're in search of a text that students will actually read, then this is the book for you!" <strong>--Jeffrey Sullivan, former history teacher</strong></p> <p>"Carrie Cagle's <em>20th Century American History for Teens</em> is a refreshing and relatable approach to explaining the era to teens in language they can understand and enjoy. Teens who read this book will learn and retain the information as they embrace the storybook style of the book. Every American history teacher needs this in their back pocket as a guide to connecting the content to teen students." <strong>--Lisa Chapman, world history teacher</strong></p> <p>"<em>20th Century American History for Teens</em> feels like the history book that we have all been waiting for. From page one, the narrative is interesting and personable, making connections to our lives today. Ms. Cagle's definitions of important historical eras, such as Reconstruction and the Gilded Age, were funny and memorable, told using metaphors that are still stuck in my head. Young adults will not only learn a great deal but may actually be interested in history presented like this." <strong>--Shelly Ley, M.S. in education, music educator</strong></p><br>

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