Walking Through History: Constitution & the New Government, Westward Expansion, and Civil War

Dr. Andi Stix and Frank Hrbek's book series "Walking Through History" offers a hybrid print-and-online platform for teaching American history, featuring expansive learning tools, a companion website, and student-centered activities. The series has received distinguished awards and is designed to be used with interactive tools in virtual and in-person classrooms.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 296 pages
Publication date: 30 March 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Dr. Andi Stix and Frank Hrbek take us on a thoughtful journey through three distinct periods of American history, from the Constitution to the Civil War, in their book. This comprehensive resource offers a wealth of learning tools, including a Constitutional Scavenger Hunt, an immersive Oregon Trail Simulation, a comprehensive TV Documentary project, a reenactment of the Battle of Gettysburg, and much more.

Our hybrid print-and-online platforms cater to diverse learning styles, providing unique resources and opportunities for students of all types. An accompanying companion website offers a wealth of content to enhance student engagement, including plays, peer assessment forms, text at multiple reading levels, project instructions, skit cards, score sheets, journal and reflection prompts, rubrics, activity supplements, and unit and final exams.

The book brings historical materials to life, stimulating and nurturing students' imaginations. The series, Walking Through History, offers a student-centered, hands-on approach with active simulations, debates, and discussions, providing an unparalleled engaging learning experience. Our objective is to allow students to step into another's shoes through lessons based on specific historical periods.

Field-tested and proven teaching strategies for virtual and in-person classrooms are showcased throughout the series. These books are designed to be used with whiteboards and other interactive tools, making learning interactive and engaging. Notably, this series has received distinguished awards from prestigious organizations such as the Middle States Council for the Social Studies, the New York State Council for the Social Studies, and the National Association for Gifted Children.

By exploring these three periods of American history through the lens of Dr. Stix and Mr. Hrbek's book and the accompanying resources, students will gain a deeper understanding of our nation's past and the critical role that the Constitution played in shaping it.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032194073