- One of the few series that covers a broad range of major events throughout U.S. history.- A proven, best-selling series that has been redesigned and rewritten, with new topics to bring it up to date.- Includes a general discussion of the time period, including the Red Scare and immigration.National Social Studies Standards, Grades 5-8- Time, Continuity, and Change: II- Identify and use key concepts such as chronology, causality, change, conflict, etc., to explain connections among patterns of historical change and continuity.- Individuals, Groups, and Institutions: V- Demonstrate an understanding of concepts such as role, status, and social class in describing the interactions of individuals and social groups.- Power, Authority, and Governance: VI- Explain and apply concepts such as power, role, status, justice, and influence to the examination of persistent issues and social problems.- Civic Ideals and Practices: X- Examine the continuing influence of the key ideals of the democratic republican form of government, such as individual human dignity, liberty, justice, etc.