Traces the events of the 20th century, month-by-month, with over 3,500 photographs.

A revised visual guide to the people and great events of the 20th Century. It opens with a new section which looks at children's recollections of the 20th Century and their hopes for the future. Events covered include the sinking of the Titanic, the first man on the moon and the death of Diana, Princess of Wales. There is also a section which looks at life in the 21st Century and space exploration.

Discover 30 milestones that made 20th-century American history--for kids History is a great teacher, and 20th Century American History for Kids makes learning fun for kids ages 8 to 12 by introducing them to the people, places, and relevant cultural events that have shaped the United States as a nation from 1901 to 2000. Organized into five easily digestible eras, you'll explore influential times that have defined the modern American experience, including World War I and II, the Civil Rights Movement, the Women's Liberation Movement, the Cold War, and beyond. From the Wright Brothers' first manned flight in 1903 to the invention of the personal computer and the rise of the Internet in the 1980s, this accessible yet authoritative American history for kids book will keep even reluctant readers engaged and entertained for hours. Along the way, you'll meet fascinating famous people that stood for freedom, innovation, and change like the 40th U.S. President Ronald Reagan, astronaut Neil Armstrong, civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Supreme Court Judge Sandra Day O'Connor, women's rights activist Susan B. Anthony, and many others. 20th Century American History for Kids features: A straightforward approach--Get an insightful, in-depth look at 20th-century American history for kids. Clear context--Explore 30 history-defining events that are relevant to today's young learners. Kid-friendly coverage--American history for kids will come alive through engaging sidebars, bursts, boxes, and more essential extras. Go on an awesome adventure through our country's epic past in 20th Century American History for Kids.

This provocative volume takes a critical look at how the social sciences and psychology in particular have been applied to the lives of children, particularly in education, parenting, and child welfare. Contributions by senior scholars and promising new voices offer fresh, balanced perspectives on key questions: What role has science played in perpetuating discrimination and inequality among different groups of children? How has science been employed in the politics of program formulation, advocacy, and funding? How has science been used to justify the practices of child professionals? How have parents and children responded to scientific ventures designed to “help” them? Co-edited by a historian of education, a historian of childhood, and a developmental psychologist, this book features: An overview of the last century’s efforts to understand children by means of scientific methods. A cogent examination of how scientific research was translated into programs and policies (such as Universal Pre–K and the No Child Left Behind Act) in response to social needs. Enlightening case studies of the intersection of the child sciences with professional and lay practices, children and families, and social reformers. Voices of teachers, social workers, and other professionals working with children.

Here is the most complete reference collection for every child of the 20th Century. Combining DK's special Millennium edition of the Children's History of the 20th Century reference book with the easy-to-use, extensively detailed 20th Century Day by Day CD-ROM, this pack offers up facts and figures, in-depth profiles, and journalistically fascinating accounts of the event that have shaped the past 100 years. The lavishly illustrated, chronologically organized reference book gives children an unparalleled overview of this most eventful of times. Features include sections on the U.S. government, sports, music, movies, and theater, plus an introduction in which children give their thoughts on the century behind and the millennium ahead. The equally extensive CD-ROM provides an interactive resource that cross references events and people, innovations and news headlines, all within an easy-to-use interface that makes learning fun and simple. (Minimum system requirements: Windows 95/98, Pentium 75MHz processor, 12 Mb RAM, 4x CD-ROM, 30Mb hard drive, 640 x 480 display, 256 color monitor, 8-bit sound card)

The 20th century pertains to the years from 1900 to 1999. It is a remarkable period because of the medical, social, international and technological innovations. But along with these, there were also genocides and wars that happened during this period. This educational book will make a great resource when it comes to opening your child’s eyes to a past that you have lived. Get a copy now.