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Ancient history, early western civilization, and legendary warriors dominate this group of books. Though many of these sets present familiar, well-trod topics, several find appealing and interesting ways to attract and hold reader attention and will help students better understand the origins of their world.
Featuring effective strategies for helping students see the world and its people, these series take readers to some of the world’s most interesting locations, from Somalia to Lebanon to ancient civilizations and beyond.
Turning on the news shows a world rife with conflict, and world history was no different. Many of these sets tell the stories of the human quest for power and the conflicts and advancements that accompanied them, and in doing so, expand readers’ knowledge and understanding of the world and its conflict-ridden history
Though GPS may have eliminated the need for maps, the study of geography is so much more than mere cartography. These books will help readers understand that any physical or imaginary journey is far more than a simple set of directions and that knowledge of the world and its peoples and cultures will only enhance the voyage.
The topics covered in these geographically diverse books range from the ancient to the nearly contemporary. As kids read the best of this group, they will not only learn about historical cultures and events, but also be inspired to better know and understand the past.
Most of recorded world history is the story of the achievements and actions of or interactions among cultures. In some cases, societies created or contributed ideas or technology that led to more freedoms, greater prosperity, and better lives for millions.
Kings and queens. Generals and enlisted men. Flamboyant outlaws and gangsters. Intrepid explorers and treasure hunters. Much of the world’s history has been made by people who lived outsized lives, pursued outsized dreams, or achieved outsized deeds.