Erie Canal

- 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.- Song lyrics from the time period add flavor to the text.National Social Studies Standards, Grades 5-8- People, Places, and Environments: III- Describe ways that historical events have been influenced by, and have influenced, physical and human geographic factors in local, regional, national, and global settings.- Production, Distribution, & Consumption: VII- Use economic concepts to help explain historical and current developments and issues in local, national, or global contexts.- Science, Technology, & Society: VIII- Examine and describe the influence of culture on scientific and technological advancement, such as in transportation.Stein, R. Conrad is the author of 'Erie Canal', published 2004 under ISBN 9780516242439 and ISBN 0516242431.