The Mexican-American War

by Nick Rebman

Overview

Explores the causes, battles, and aftermath of the Mexican–American War. Authoritative text, colorful illustrations, illuminating sidebars, and a "Voices from the Past" feature make this book an exciting and informative read.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781489698834
Publisher:	Weigl Pub Inc
Publication date:	08/01/2019
Series:	Building Our Nation Series
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.10(w) x 9.80(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

AV² Book Code 2

Chapter 1 Texas Becomes a State 4

Chapter 2 Polk Plans for War 10

Voices from the Past Henry David Thoreau 16

Chapter 3 The Invasion of Mexico 18

Chapter 4 The War's Aftermath 24

Quiz 30

Key Words/Index 31

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Editorial Reviews

11/01/2018
Gr 3–5—Each title addresses an important concept or series of events in 19th-century U.S. history and will provide adequate background, though the narrative focus is often broad and diffuse, leading to ambiguity. Writing is concise, but not unnecessarily simple. Supplemental features include "Voices of the Past" profiles of significant historical figures, such as Shoshone translator Sacagawea and abolitionist Frederick Douglass. Many of the illustrations throughout the series are colored woodcuts that may fail to engage readers; however, there is some use of period portraits and illustrations, in addition to contemporary photos of replicas, as, for example, a Lewis and Clark–era keelboat. Simple maps are included where appropriate. A glossary and one page of reflection questions conclude each volume, as well as a scant index and a few book recommendations for further inquiry. No sources are cited. VERDICT A secondary purchase for larger elementary libraries.

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