Grade:  Middle School through adult 

Just as with all her books, history comes alive with anecdotes, quotations, humor, and well-described characters. Much of this book has used information from the series and it makes a great book to use a supplement for older children when you need to brush up on a particular aspect of history or you can use it with younger children as a history spine book for an overview look at American history in a year.  

Come along on an exciting journey through Joy Hakim's story of freedom in America. See why the promise of freedom has attracted millions of people from all over the world to come to America. Hear for yourself why generations of men, women, and children have lived for, sacrificed for, and died for that freedom. 

Explore the dazzling and revolutionary idea set out for us by our founding fathers--government by the people, for the people, and of the people. Read gripping accounts of great American heroes as well as ordinary folks with the courage to raise their voices.

 From the forging of the Declaration of Independence to the challenges we face in the world today, this is the story of who we are. It is the history of US. 

More than 400 illustrations, sidebars, and historical documents enhance this stunning look at American history for families to share, discuss, and treasure.