: Each volume is heavily illustrated with historical maps, photographs, and artwork. Inclusivity & Perspectives

(Since 1945; updated to include recent events like the 2008 election) Sourcebook and Index (Primary documents and series index) www.joyhakim.com Purchasing Options

The series typically consists of ten main chronological volumes and one comprehensive sourcebook: www.joyhakim.com The First Americans (Prehistory to 1600) Making Thirteen Colonies (1600–1740) From Colonies to Country (1735–1791) The New Nation (1789–1850) Liberty for All? (1820–1860) War, Terrible War (1855–1865) Reconstructing America (1865–1890) An Age of Extremes (1880–1917) War, Peace, and All That Jazz (1918–1945) All the People

Joy Hakim's A History of US is an award-winning, 11-volume historical series designed to make American history engaging for young readers by presenting it as a narrative story rather than a dry collection of facts. Amazon.com Key Series Features Narrative Storytelling

: Extensive use of primary documents—such as letters, speeches, and court decisions—encourages students to think critically about historical context. Educational Support

: Originally for middle school, it is now used in both public and private schools as a high-quality alternative to traditional textbooks. Volume Breakdown