Primary Sources in World History
Primary Sources in World History
Reading Level: 6
Interest Level: 6-8
The books in the Primary Sources in World History series introduce readers to the time periods and events that produced profound changes on civilization. Explore the Middle Ages, the Reformation, the Industrial Revolution, and other periods up to the present through the words and artwork of those who actually lived through them.
EACH BOOK CONTAINS:
? A timeline of events
that affected each of these periods in world history
? Fact boxes
that contain eyewitness quotes or highlight people of importance
? A series
of spreads that each examine a key source and the ways historians interpret
that source
? An introduction that provides an overview of and context for
the time period under study
CURRICULUM CONNECTIONS:
? Age-appropriate
written content, complemented by relatable images, encourages contextual
understanding
? Excerpts from historical documents, accompanied by
first-person accounts, are presented in easy-to-understand format for readers of
various reading and language skills
? A presentation of different views of
historians about a primary source promotes critical thinking skills
?
Diversity and understanding are promoted through an examination of different
times, people, thought processes, and cultures