Why was the Civil Rights Movement an important milestone in American history? In the 1950s and ’60s, the civil rights movement brought sweeping reforms to nearly all facets of American life. Each book presents a key figure or event of the civil rights movement in accessible language sure to engage readers at any level. Packed with historical photographs, these visual treasures record the twentieth century’s greatest moments in the struggle for equality.

How do artifacts, documents, and ruins tell the story of Maya, Aztec, and Inca life and achievements? Get ready to be transported to the ancient civilizations of the Americas! Learners will discover how these ancient peoples lived through their artwork, technology, and by engaging with primary sources.