Download or read book 20th Century American History for Kids written by Andrea Bentley and published by Rockridge Press. This book was released on 2020-10-13 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover 30 milestones that made 20th-century American history--for kids History is a great teacher, and 20th Century American History for Kids makes learning fun for kids ages 8 to 12 by introducing them to the people, places, and relevant cultural events that have shaped the United States as a nation from 1901 to 2000. Organized into five easily digestible eras, you'll explore influential times that have defined the modern American experience, including World War I and II, the Civil Rights Movement, the Women's Liberation Movement, the Cold War, and beyond. From the Wright Brothers' first manned flight in 1903 to the invention of the personal computer and the rise of the Internet in the 1980s, this accessible yet authoritative American history for kids book will keep even reluctant readers engaged and entertained for hours. Along the way, you'll meet fascinating famous people that stood for freedom, innovation, and change like the 40th U.S. President Ronald Reagan, astronaut Neil Armstrong, civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Supreme Court Judge Sandra Day O'Connor, women's rights activist Susan B. Anthony, and many others. 20th Century American History for Kids features: A straightforward approach--Get an insightful, in-depth look at 20th-century American history for kids. Clear context--Explore 30 history-defining events that are relevant to today's young learners. Kid-friendly coverage--American history for kids will come alive through engaging sidebars, bursts, boxes, and more essential extras. Go on an awesome adventure through our country's epic past in 20th Century American History for Kids.
Download or read book 20th Century American Women s History for Kids written by Carrie Cagle and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-08-10 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Show kids ages 8 to 12 how women shaped the 20th century History books often focus on the things that men have done, but that's only half the story. Covering the period from 1901 to 2000, this journey through American history for kids introduces young learners to the struggles and triumphs of American women through 30 of the most important moments of the 20th century. Over the course of five easily digestible "eras," this book of American history for kids will explore the suffrage movement, the founding of the National Council of Negro Women, the role of Rosie the Riveter in World War II, the appointment of Sandra Day O'Connor to the Supreme Court, and more. Dive deeper than other American history books with: An event-focused approach—Get kids excited to learn about the things that actually happened, not just memorize names and numbers. Key callouts—Bonus facts bring special attention to even more information and inspiring, influential women. Clear explanations—Written especially for ages 8 to 12, this book uses straightforward language that makes it easy to follow and understand. Show kids the amazing accomplishments of women throughout history with 20th Century American Women's History for Kids.
Download or read book 20th Century World History for Kids written by Judy Dodge Cummings and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-08-10 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take kids ages 8 to 12 on a journey through the events that shaped the 20th century World history is an amazing teacher when it comes to understanding why the world looks the way it does. This journey through world history for kids gives young learners a look at 30 of the most important moments in the 20th century and how they helped create the modern world. This book of world history for kids is split up into 5 different eras, covering the years from 1901 to 2000. As kids travel through each one, they'll explore the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the Mexican Revolution, the rise of the Beatles, the creation of the Internet, and more. Go beyond other history books, with: An event-focused approach—Kids will stay engaged as history comes alive through the stories of people and events, not just a list of names and dates. Key callouts—Sidebars in every chapter call out additional fun facts and interesting people for kids to know about. Clear explanations—Written especially for ages 8 to 12, this book of world history for kids uses straightforward language that makes it easy to follow and understand. Inspire kids to take an interest in history with 20th Century World History for Kids.
Download or read book 20th Century American History for Kids written by Andrea Bentley and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2020-10-13 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Help kids ages 8 to 12 discover the most historic events of 20th century America Foster and further an interest in history with this exciting exploration of what was happening in America from 1901 to 2000. This book of American history for kids explores the most influential moments of the 20th century, including World War I, World War II, the Civil Rights Movement, the Women's Liberation Movement, the Cold War, and more. 20th Century American History for Kids includes: 30 Major events—Give kids an in-depth, age-appropriate look at some of the most important and impactful events of the 20th century and how they helped shape modern America. Historical context—Each section in this book of American history for kids begins with a brief overview of the era, helping kids better understand what was happening around each event. Biographies and more—Keep young historians engaged and interested with tons of additional content, like discussions of important figures and fun facts about life at the time. Go on an awesome adventure through America's epic past with 20th Century American History for Kids.
Download or read book Children s History of the 20th Century written by and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traces the events of the 20th century, month-by-month, with over 3,500 photographs.
Download or read book 20th Century History for Kids 4 Book Box Set written by Rockridge Press and published by Rockridge Press. This book was released on 2022-10-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take kids on an epic journey through the events that shaped the 20th century—for ages 8 to 12 History is a great teacher, and the 20th Century History for Kids box set offers kids a fascinating introduction to the people, places, and events that have influenced our world. Covering 1900–2000, this collection of history books for kids educates readers about the struggles and triumphs of Black people in the United States, the milestones that shaped American history, the women who helped create positive change, and the defining moments of the century. 20th Century African American History for Kids—Learn about the struggles and triumphs of African Americans through defining moments, like the Harlem Renaissance, the Tulsa Race Massacre, and the Black Power movement. 20th Century American History for Kids—Explore the key events that occurred during this crucial time, from the Wright Brothers’ first manned flight to the rise of the Internet. 20th Century American Women’s History for Kids—Discover the amazing accomplishments by women, including the suffrage movement and Sandra Day O’Connor’s Supreme Court appointment. 20th Century World History for Kids—Journey back in time to the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the rise of the Beatles, apartheid in South Africa, and more. Send kids on an action-packed journey through our extraordinary past.
Download or read book The Usborne History of the Twentieth Century written by C. Hopkinson and published by E.D.C. Publishing. This book was released on 1993 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides an overview of the major events of the twentieth century.
Download or read book A Child s First Book of American History written by Earl Schenck Miers and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book When Science Encounters the Child written by Barbara Beatty and published by . This book was released on 2006-07-19 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This provocative volume takes a critical look at how the social sciences and psychology in particular have been applied to the lives of children, particularly in education, parenting, and child welfare. Contributions by senior scholars and promising new voices offer fresh, balanced perspectives on key questions: What role has science played in perpetuating discrimination and inequality among different groups of children? How has science been employed in the politics of program formulation, advocacy, and funding? How has science been used to justify the practices of child professionals? How have parents and children responded to scientific ventures designed to “help” them? Co-edited by a historian of education, a historian of childhood, and a developmental psychologist, this book features: An overview of the last century’s efforts to understand children by means of scientific methods. A cogent examination of how scientific research was translated into programs and policies (such as Universal Pre–K and the No Child Left Behind Act) in response to social needs. Enlightening case studies of the intersection of the child sciences with professional and lay practices, children and families, and social reformers. Voices of teachers, social workers, and other professionals working with children.
Download or read book History of the 1900s written by Rennay Craats and published by Weigl Pub Incorporated. This book was released on 2002-01 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A ten volume set explores one hundred years of American history, from the birth of the Model T to the exploration of Jupiter.
Download or read book Children at Play written by Howard P. Chudacoff and published by NYU Press. This book was released on 2008-09 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduction: Play -- Childhood and play in colonial America -- Domesticating children, 1800-1850 -- The arrival of toys, 1850-1900 -- The invasion of children's play culture, 1900-1950 -- The golden age, 1900-1950 -- The commercialization of children's play, 1950 to the present -- Children's play goes underground, 1950 to the present -- Conclusion
Download or read book 20th Century African American History for Kids written by Jane Smith and published by Rockridge Press. This book was released on 2021-09-21 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book History of the Twentieth Century written by Martin Gilbert and published by Rosetta Books. This book was released on 2014-06-05 with total page 723 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A chronological compilation of twentieth-century world events in one volume—from the acclaimed historian and biographer of Winston S. Churchill. The twentieth century has been one of the most unique in human history. It has seen the rise of some of humanity’s most important advances to date, as well as many of its most violent and terrifying wars. This is a condensed version of renowned historian Martin Gilbert’s masterful examination of the century’s history, offering the highlights of a three-volume work that covers more than three thousand pages. From the invention of aviation to the rise of the Internet, and from events and cataclysmic changes in Europe to those in Asia, Africa, and North America, Martin examines art, literature, war, religion, life and death, and celebration and renewal across the globe, and throughout this turbulent and astonishing century.
Download or read book 100 African Americans who Shaped American History written by Chrisanne Beckner and published by Sourcebooks Explore. This book was released on 1995 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teeming with interesting nuggets of fact and information, 100 African Americans Who Shaped American History includes such legendary men and women as Benjamin Banneker, Dred Scott, Mary Church Terrell, George Washington Carver and Bessie Smith. Also included are Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King, Jr., Thurgood Marshall and many, many more. Organized chronologically and meticulously researched, this book provides an educational look at the prominent role that these individuals played and how their varied talents, ideas and expertise contributed to American history. * Concise & Easy to Read Text * Fully Illustrated * Includes Index, Time Line, Trivia Quiz & Suggested Projects * Makes History Fun Bluewood Books' "100 Series" includes 28 additional fun and educational titles, including: * 100 Hispanic Americans Who Shaped American History * 100 Native Americans Who Shaped American History * 100 Scientists Who Shaped World History * 100 American Women Who Shaped American History * 100 Athletes Who Shaped Sports History * 100 Inventions That Shaped World History * 100 Artists Who Shaped World History * ...and many more
Download or read book Growing Up in Twentieth Century America written by Elliott West and published by Greenwood. This book was released on 1996-04-30 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Topics discussed range from events of historical significance to cultural fads: from the teddy bear to the Barbie doll, from child labor in sweatshops to teenage workers at McDonald's, from the one-room schoolhouse to the SATs, and from childhood scourges to the eradication of many childhood diseases.
Download or read book America Revised written by Frances FitzGerald and published by Vintage. This book was released on 1980 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Almost all of the book appeared initially in the New Yorker." Bibliography: p. [227]-240.
Download or read book United States of America written by Bold Kids and published by . This book was released on 2022-08-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: United States of America Facts: Did you know that the country is made up of 50 states? Including Hawaii and Alaska, it covers an area the size of Europe. New York and Washington, DC, located on the Atlantic coast, are the most famous cities. Chicago, meanwhile, has an international reputation for influential architecture and Los Angeles is an important center for filmmaking. But what are the other fascinating facts about the U.S.? Read on to learn more about the country's history. The United States is the third most populous country in the world, with 332 million people. Approximately forty percent of the country's residents live in the West and sixteen percent live on the East Coast. More than eighty percent of the population lives in urban areas, such as New York, Washington, Los Angeles, and Boston. The most populated state is New York. There are about 40 million people in California, while the smallest is Wyoming. Despite being one of the largest economies in the world, the United States has suffered through many unfortunate incidents throughout the 20th century. A few of them are mentioned below. Despite the United States' huge size, the country has a large number of foreign accents.
