America: Our Stories, Volume 2

This living history book provides a birds-eye view of American history during the Modern time period—from the westward expansion to the twenty-first century. The masterful storytelling of Lorene Lambert will capture your student’s imagination and bring the history of America to life.

Learn how the pioneers crossed thousands of miles on the Oregon Trail. Find out how slavery came to an end and learn the heroic stories of those who conducted the Underground Railroad. Learn how the country was reunited after the Civil War. Get to know fascinating people whose inventions ushered in the modern era. These and many other interesting stories await you inside.

Written for all ages to enjoy together, America: Our Stories is accessible for younger children while including plenty of details to provide older students with an overview of Modern American history that gives context for more in-depth studies. Photographs and reproductions of historical paintings throughout the book also help students visualize the events and people they will get to know.

History doesn’t have to be boring or tedious! With America: Our Stories, you and your students can truly enjoy learning how America grew in the Modern age.

Recommended:

• Listed as a required resource in the SCM Curriculum Guide, A Pageant of History: Modern Times, as the American history spine book.