During the three decades between 1890 and 1920, the United States entered the modern era and considered how to meet its new realities—its diverse urban industrial society and its enlarged world power.
Women's Suffrage in America (Eyewitness History Series)
At the start of the 19th century, women had severely limited rights. They had no control of their earnings, could not divorce a husband, had no claim of property, could not speak at public meetings, and could not vote.
On October 29, 1929, better known as Black Tuesday, the stock market crashed, abruptly ending a decade of prosperity and catapulting the United States into the Great Depression, arguably the worst economic crisis the country has ever experienced.
The Early National Period ( Eyewitness History Series)
The Early National Period examines the transformation of the fledgling American republic after the conclusion of the Revolutionary War in 1783 into a hearty and rapidly expanding nation by 1828.
Lift-the-Flap Timelines: American History10 Easy-to-Make, Fact-Filled Timelines That Help Kids Learn About Important Topics and Events in American History. Put history right into students' hands with these engaging paper manipulatives! This helpful resource contains ten instant timelines that feature dozens and dozens of key dates in American history. Kids make the timelines, lift the flaps to read fun facts, then complete a companion activity page. Includes timelines for Westward Expansion, Immigration, the Civil Rights Movement, U.S. Presidents, and more. Grade Level: 3-6
