Tells the complete story of Native American history, including the native perspective.

 

First Americans provides a history of Native Americans, from their earliest appearance in North America to the present, that covers the complexity and diversity of their past. The text demonstrates Native Americans’ participation in determining their own future and helps students place Native American history in context with national and international developments.  

 

Present throughout the text is the "native voice," giving American Indians’ perspectives on historical developments. The text also enforces the reality that native people retain a presence in the U.S. today as a growing population with a rich diversity of roles, ideas, and contributions.

 

A better teaching and learning experience
This program will provide a better teaching and learning experience—for you and your students. Here’s how:

• Improve Critical Thinking – To enhance student comprehension, each chapter includes features such as Chronologies, Key Questions, Review Questions, and Recommended Readings.
• Engage Students – Special features are included to highlight the native voice and support the themes presented.