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Presents the history of the United States from the colonization of the New World through the middle of the eighteenth century.Tags
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Joy Hakim tells history like a story, with lots of interesting facts and background information, and plenty of snark. I've enjoyed reading this to my 3rd & 5th grade boys. We've had some really good discussions and have done additional research about topics that sparked our curiosity. I can see how the stereotypical conservative Christian homeschooler might not like this series (which dares to question the infallibility of the founding fathers), but it's perfect for my secular approach.
(Recommended by a member of a secular homeschooling group)
(Recommended by a member of a secular homeschooling group)
Volume Two of A History of US covers the years 1600 through 1740. It's entertaining reading, with plenty of chiding for our forebears over their practice of slavery and religious intolerance.
Excellent. Lots of little stories, as each of the colonies is founded and grows.
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Joy Hakim is a Michener Prize-winning author who has previously worked as a teacher, editor, and reporter. Her unique approach to historic writing reflects her steadfast commitment to promoting critical thinking and literacy.
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- Canonical title
- Making Thirteen Colonies
- Original publication date
- 1993
- Related movies
- Freedom: A History of US (2003 | IMDb)
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- Members
- 1,277
- Popularity
- 19,228
- Reviews
- 5
- Rating
- (3.98)
- Languages
- English
- Media
- Paper, Audiobook, Ebook
- ISBNs
- 19
- ASINs
- 4