Racing to Colonize the New World

Utilizing primary sources like maps, artifacts and images, "Racing to Colonize the New World" will pique students' curiosity and stimulate their interest in history, geography and social studies. This primary source reader provides learners with a unique snapshot of history and allows students to explore the discovery of the "New World" and its Native American inhabitants "firsthand." This high-interest book will build literacy, academic vocabulary and subject content knowledge while providing access to every type of learner with appropriately leveled content. Aligns to McREL, WIDA/TESOL, NCSS/CS3 Framework and other state standards.