Civil War

by Jim Ollhoff

Overview

The American Civil War claimed thousands of lives and destroyed countless homes and livelihoods. It also ended slavery and changed the tide of US politics and economy. This series examines the roots of the war, the epic battles and key campaigns, the technology and weapons used, the brave military and political leaders, and the ordinary men and women who lived-and died-during these tumultuous times. Maps, quotes, and historical photos help readers understand the bitter conflict that redefined the face of America forever.

Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781617147104
Publisher:	ABDO Publishing Company
Publication date:	01/28/2011
Series:	African-American History Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.80(w) x 9.80(h) x 0.30(d)
Lexile:	940L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

Collision Course 4

Free States, Slave States 6

Pushing for Freedom 10

Continued Slavery 14

Marching Toward War 18

The American Civil War 22

The Emancipation Proclamation 26

Racism Continues 28

Glossary 30

Index 32