Focus on U.S. History is a compelling, easy-to-use-and-read introduction to the notable trends and individuals defining the American tapestry. Use Focus on U.S. History to selectively supplement your curriculum or as foundation text for your complete year-round instruction.

Each book in the series includes:

• A combination of primary source materials and reading selections
• Cartoons, maps, photographs, drawings, time lines, and charts
• Thought-provoking activity sheets and quizzes
• Teaching notes and answer keys

Series includes one each of the following:

Focus on U.S. History: Era of Exploration & Discovery
New cultures emerge as diverse peoples meet across North America
Focus on U.S. History: Era of Colonization & Settlement
Uncovering the beginnings of a nation about to be born
Focus on U.S. History: Era of the Revolution & Nation Forming
The Revolutionary War and its role in the young nation’s character
Focus on U.S. History: Era of Expantion & Reform
Growing from ocean to ocean
Focus on U.S. History: Era of the Civil War & Reconstruction
The great split at the nation’s center
Focus on U.S. History: Era of Industrial Growth & Foreign Expansion
New inventions, new immigrants, new issues
Focus on U.S. History: Era of Modernization Through the 1930's
Moving into modern times at home and abroad
Focus on U.S. History: Era of World War II Through Contemporary Times
The constant evolution of contemporary society