The Mexican-American War (Westward Expansion: Need to Know)

When the United States was still a young country, the surrounding land was claimed by a variety of world powers. Soon, Mexico and the United States were at war for land in western North America. But what do you know about this key part of westward expansion? Explore the Mexican-American War with content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and easy-to-understand text written at a 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, while an infographic and recap questions at the end promote checking for understanding to aid in comprehension. It's key social studies curriculum made approachable for all. Read more