A growing nation -- Florida joins the United States -- Expansion leads to war -- The Mexican Cession -- Reaching a compromise -- More Mexican lands -- "Seward's Folly" -- Going for the gold -- The price of expansion -- A century of growth.
Summary
The United States didn't expand from the 13 original states to its present size all at once. Many different events took place to shape the country into what it is today. Readers explore the details behind many of these events, including the purchase of Alaska and the signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. These essential social studies curriculum topics are introduced in a clear and engaging way. Carefully chosen primary sources and other historical images allow readers to immerse themselves in this important period of U.S. expansion. Black-and-White Photographs, Detailed Table of Contents, Full-Color Photographs, Glossary, Index, Maps, Primary Sources, Websites.
Study Program
Accelerated Reader AR Middle Grades 6.6 0.5 quiz: 183562.
