Reconstruction: Freedom Delayed

by Torrey Maloof

This nonfiction reader e-Book explores the steps the country took towards greater equality after the Civil War. Students will learn more about how many tried to counter racism and injustice, including Freedmen's Bureau, Black Codes, and more. Breathe life into the pages of history with primary source documents that offer significant clues on what life might have been like during the Reconstruction era. Authentic artifacts, including maps, government documents, and other primary sources offer an intimate glimpse of life during the 1800s. Students will build content knowledge across geography, history, and other social studies strands, with content that can be leveled for a variety of learning styles, as well as below-level, above-level, and English language learners. This reader contains text features, including captions, bold print, glossary, and index to increase comprehension and academic vocabulary. A "Your Turn!" activity continues to challenge students as they extend their learning. Aligned to McREL, WIDA/TESOL, NCSS/C3 Framework, and other state standards, this text readies students for college and career readiness.

32 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 30, 2017

Reviews

[Andrea M · Rating 5 out of 5]

The US Congress created the Freedman's Bureau in direct opposition to President Johnson's indifference to the transition that Black Americans were making in light of their new freedom. Congress passed a civil rights act of 1866 only to see Johnson veto it. Then Congress overturned the veto and the bill became law. Congress passed The Civil Rights Act of 1875 making segregation illegal but the law was rarely enforced. This book shows the struggle America endures as legislative changes slowly affect the way American interact, do business and vote. What worked? What didn't work? This book will challenge your ideas about who was collaborating for change and who was trying to go back to the past.