| | |  | | |  In the "Atlantic World," mercantilism evolved and the cultivation and trade of sugar in the New World enhanced the American colonies' economic significance worldwide. Learn about the impact of indentured servitude and chattel slavery on American life and values, and trace the development of important political ideals taking shape in representative governments and local meeting places. The dramatic social impact of the Great Awakening is also presented. Part of the United States History Video Collection, a comprehensive series that supplements textbooks for the entire American history curriculum. A Teacher's Guide is included and available online. | " …Intermixing still and archival footage (with enhanced sound effects), excellent commentary from academic historians, and a stirring musical sound track, this superb series will offer students and general interest viewers a solid grounding in American history while providing immensely entertaining insights beyond the standard textbook fare...Highly recommended...Editor's Choice." - Video Librarian
"...an excellent addition to an American history collection in school and public libraries. Covering a specific time period, or a theme within an era, they can be used as an introduction, summary, or review....This excellent series will hold the interest of students." - School Library Journal
"...this impressive 20-volume chronology considers the social, cultural, and political history of the U.S....Another solid, well-produced series from this producer." - Booklist
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| Grades 5 to 12
Color, B&W, Live Action
Closed-Captioned
Copyright 1996
MARC Record Available
Catalog Card Kit Available
Single Main Entry Card Available
Teacher's Guide Available: Download Now
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