SERIES MADE SIMPLE

Who Really Discovered America? Who Really Created Democracy? Who Really Discovered Electricity? Who Reached the South Pole First?

by Sheila Griffin LLANAS
978-1-42963-342-0.
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Gr 3—6—Sometimes it takes a unique method to present history in a way that is fresh and interesting to children. Pitting historical figures against one another in a contest to see who legitimately accomplished famous achievements is such a device. This series uses clear language, colorful pictures, and primary sources to debunk potentially inaccurate perceptions of historical events. For example, readers learn in America that Christopher Columbus might have been preceded to these shores by Vikings or ancient Siberians, and will be kept in suspense until the "winner" is revealed at the end. Vocabulary definitions are provided on each page, with a separate glossary in the back. History-loving readers will find this series engaging, exciting, and informative.
Reviewed by Rita Meade , Apr 01, 2011

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