Author: Kidcaps
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781621073888
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 30
Book Description
It's hard to imagine America ever faced times so hard, but in this book, just for kids, you'll find out what happened and what it was like to be a kid during these times.
The Children's Civil War
Author: James Alan Marten
Publisher: Univ of North Carolina Press
ISBN: 9780807849040
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
The Children's Civil War is an exploration of childhood during our nation's greatest crisis. James Marten describes how the war changed the literature and schoolbooks published for children, how it affected children's relationships with absent fathers and brothers, how the responsibilities forced on northern and especially southern youngsters shortened their childhoods, and how the death and destruction that tore the country apart often cut down children as well as adults.
Publisher: Univ of North Carolina Press
ISBN: 9780807849040
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 388
Book Description
The Children's Civil War is an exploration of childhood during our nation's greatest crisis. James Marten describes how the war changed the literature and schoolbooks published for children, how it affected children's relationships with absent fathers and brothers, how the responsibilities forced on northern and especially southern youngsters shortened their childhoods, and how the death and destruction that tore the country apart often cut down children as well as adults.
The History of the Civil War for Kids
Author: Kidcaps
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781621073888
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 30
Book Description
It's hard to imagine America ever faced times so hard, but in this book, just for kids, you'll find out what happened and what it was like to be a kid during these times.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781621073888
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 30
Book Description
It's hard to imagine America ever faced times so hard, but in this book, just for kids, you'll find out what happened and what it was like to be a kid during these times.
Civil War Kids 150
Author: Garry Adelman
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 0762786213
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 97
Book Description
The Civil War lasted four years, cost 600,000 lives, and happened under our very feet. Today, 150 years after it began, the Civil War is still a topic of extreme interest for history buffs and school children alike. In fact, few historical events are so consistently taught and dissected in today’s school programs as this great war. The Civil War Kids 150: An Essential To-Do List aims to involve kids in Civil War activities during the sesquicentennial anniversary of this historical event. Aimed at children age eight to twelve, the book will cover fifty interactive activities that kids can do to remember the war and honor those who fought in it. Activities are written for and aimed specifically at kids in this age group with simple language, fun instruction, and interesting sidebars further explaining the events, and will include entries broken out by activity. These include baking a batch of hard tack, matching up Civil War mascots, making signal flags, playing a drum or a fife, making your own map, and more.
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 0762786213
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 97
Book Description
The Civil War lasted four years, cost 600,000 lives, and happened under our very feet. Today, 150 years after it began, the Civil War is still a topic of extreme interest for history buffs and school children alike. In fact, few historical events are so consistently taught and dissected in today’s school programs as this great war. The Civil War Kids 150: An Essential To-Do List aims to involve kids in Civil War activities during the sesquicentennial anniversary of this historical event. Aimed at children age eight to twelve, the book will cover fifty interactive activities that kids can do to remember the war and honor those who fought in it. Activities are written for and aimed specifically at kids in this age group with simple language, fun instruction, and interesting sidebars further explaining the events, and will include entries broken out by activity. These include baking a batch of hard tack, matching up Civil War mascots, making signal flags, playing a drum or a fife, making your own map, and more.
A Kid's Life During the American Civil War
Author: Sarah Machajewski
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1499400055
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Important moments in history are often defined by major events. But sometimes the best way to learn about historical events is to learn about the kids who grew up during that time. This age-appropriate, non-fiction text presents facts about the Civil War through the story of a boy named John, whose life was greatly affected by the war’s events. Readers will learn about Civil War-era clothes, schools, and the differences of life in the North and South. Primary sources, fact boxes. a glossary, and index provide further opportunities for learning.
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1499400055
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Important moments in history are often defined by major events. But sometimes the best way to learn about historical events is to learn about the kids who grew up during that time. This age-appropriate, non-fiction text presents facts about the Civil War through the story of a boy named John, whose life was greatly affected by the war’s events. Readers will learn about Civil War-era clothes, schools, and the differences of life in the North and South. Primary sources, fact boxes. a glossary, and index provide further opportunities for learning.
U.S. History 1820-1850 - Historical Timelines for Kids | American Historian Guide for Children | 5th Grade Social Studies
Author: Baby Professor
Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC
ISBN: 154192410X
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
How did the US get to its state today? The past will reveal the decisions leaders made and how they affected the people. Some of those decisions have even created ripples that react the modern times. For this history book, the focus will only on from 1820 to 1850. Breeze through those 30 years within a few minutes. Grab a copy now.
Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC
ISBN: 154192410X
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
How did the US get to its state today? The past will reveal the decisions leaders made and how they affected the people. Some of those decisions have even created ripples that react the modern times. For this history book, the focus will only on from 1820 to 1850. Breeze through those 30 years within a few minutes. Grab a copy now.
Abraham Lincoln for Kids
Author: Janis Herbert
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1613740255
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Providing a fresh perspective on one of the most beloved presidents of all time, this illuminating activity book tells the rich story of Abraham Lincoln’s life and details the events of his era. Highlighting Lincoln’s warm, generous spirit and impressive intellect, the guide teaches children about his fascinating life story, his struggles at the onset of the Civil War, and his relevance in today’s world. Activities include delivering a speech, holding a debate, drawing political cartoons, and making a stovepipe hat or miniature Mississippi River flatboat. Lively sidebars, abundant photographs and illustrations, and fun projects help to kick the dust off old Honest Abe. Also included are selections from some of Lincoln’s most famous speeches and documents, as well as a resource section of Web sites to explore and sites to visit, making this a comprehensive Lincoln biography for young readers.
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1613740255
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Providing a fresh perspective on one of the most beloved presidents of all time, this illuminating activity book tells the rich story of Abraham Lincoln’s life and details the events of his era. Highlighting Lincoln’s warm, generous spirit and impressive intellect, the guide teaches children about his fascinating life story, his struggles at the onset of the Civil War, and his relevance in today’s world. Activities include delivering a speech, holding a debate, drawing political cartoons, and making a stovepipe hat or miniature Mississippi River flatboat. Lively sidebars, abundant photographs and illustrations, and fun projects help to kick the dust off old Honest Abe. Also included are selections from some of Lincoln’s most famous speeches and documents, as well as a resource section of Web sites to explore and sites to visit, making this a comprehensive Lincoln biography for young readers.
U.S. History Through Children's Literature
Author: Wanda Miller
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313079463
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 245
Book Description
Allow students to step back in time to experience the thoughts, feelings, dilemmas, and actions of people from history. For each history topic, Miller suggests two titles-one for use with the entire class and one for use with small reading groups. Summaries of the books, author information, activities, and topics for discussion are supplemented with vocabulary lists and ideas for research topics and further reading. This integrated approach makes history meaningful to students and helps them retain historical details and facts.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313079463
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 245
Book Description
Allow students to step back in time to experience the thoughts, feelings, dilemmas, and actions of people from history. For each history topic, Miller suggests two titles-one for use with the entire class and one for use with small reading groups. Summaries of the books, author information, activities, and topics for discussion are supplemented with vocabulary lists and ideas for research topics and further reading. This integrated approach makes history meaningful to students and helps them retain historical details and facts.
A Kid's Life During the American Civil War
Author: Sarah Machajewski
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1499400047
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Important moments in history are often defined by major events. But sometimes the best way to learn about historical events is to learn about the kids who grew up during that time. This age-appropriate, non-fiction text presents facts about the Civil War through the story of a boy named John, whose life was greatly affected by the war’s events. Readers will learn about Civil War-era clothes, schools, and the differences of life in the North and South. Primary sources, fact boxes. a glossary, and index provide further opportunities for learning.
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 1499400047
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 26
Book Description
Important moments in history are often defined by major events. But sometimes the best way to learn about historical events is to learn about the kids who grew up during that time. This age-appropriate, non-fiction text presents facts about the Civil War through the story of a boy named John, whose life was greatly affected by the war’s events. Readers will learn about Civil War-era clothes, schools, and the differences of life in the North and South. Primary sources, fact boxes. a glossary, and index provide further opportunities for learning.
Lewis and Clark for Kids
Author: Janis Herbert
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1613742312
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Join Meriwether Lewis and William Clark's Corps of Discovery as they navigate the muddy Missouri River and begin a great adventure set against the background of the vast North American continent. Lewis and Clark for Kids takes children from President Jefferson's vision of an exploratory mission across a continent full of unique plants and animals through their dangerous and challenging journey into the unknown to the expedition's triumphant return to the frontier town of St. Louis. Twenty-one activities bring to life the Native American tribes they encountered, the plants and animals they discovered, and the camping and navigating techniques they used. A glossary of terms and listings of Lewis and Clark sites, museums, and related Web sites round out this comprehensive activity book.
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1613742312
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Join Meriwether Lewis and William Clark's Corps of Discovery as they navigate the muddy Missouri River and begin a great adventure set against the background of the vast North American continent. Lewis and Clark for Kids takes children from President Jefferson's vision of an exploratory mission across a continent full of unique plants and animals through their dangerous and challenging journey into the unknown to the expedition's triumphant return to the frontier town of St. Louis. Twenty-one activities bring to life the Native American tribes they encountered, the plants and animals they discovered, and the camping and navigating techniques they used. A glossary of terms and listings of Lewis and Clark sites, museums, and related Web sites round out this comprehensive activity book.
The American Revolution for Kids
Author: Janis Herbert
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1613740506
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Heroes, traitors, and great thinkers come to life in this activity book, and the concepts of freedom and democracy are celebrated in true accounts of the distinguished officers, wise delegates, rugged riflemen, and hardworking farm wives and children who created the new nation. This collection tells the story of the Revolution, from the hated Stamp Act and the Boston Tea Party to the British surrender at Yorktown and the creation of the United States Constitution. All American students are required to study the Revolution and the Constitution, and these 21 activities make it fun and memorable. Kids create a fringed hunting shirt and a tricorn hat and reenact the Battle of Cowpens. They will learn how to make their voices heard in &“I Protest&” and how Congress works in &“There Ought to Be a Law.&” A final selection including the Declaration of Independence, a glossary, biographies, and pertinent Web sites makes this book a valuable resource for both students and teachers.
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
ISBN: 1613740506
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Heroes, traitors, and great thinkers come to life in this activity book, and the concepts of freedom and democracy are celebrated in true accounts of the distinguished officers, wise delegates, rugged riflemen, and hardworking farm wives and children who created the new nation. This collection tells the story of the Revolution, from the hated Stamp Act and the Boston Tea Party to the British surrender at Yorktown and the creation of the United States Constitution. All American students are required to study the Revolution and the Constitution, and these 21 activities make it fun and memorable. Kids create a fringed hunting shirt and a tricorn hat and reenact the Battle of Cowpens. They will learn how to make their voices heard in &“I Protest&” and how Congress works in &“There Ought to Be a Law.&” A final selection including the Declaration of Independence, a glossary, biographies, and pertinent Web sites makes this book a valuable resource for both students and teachers.