The ancient civilizations that form the basis of our modern world first sprang up in the Eastern Hemisphere, in an area of the Middle East known as the Cradle of Civilization. Through project-based learning, this insightful book examines the history of the Eastern Hemisphere and how it was shaped by trading, wars, and colonialism. Readers can model their own exit projects on those provided in the book, and colorful photographs and special sidebars enhance their understanding of this important region of the globe.

The Western Hemisphere, spanning from the Americas to Eastern Europe, consists of many cultures, some of which have attempted to claim dominance at various points in history. The history of the Western Hemisphere is, thus, also a history of colonialism and imperialism. In this book, readers will examine the history of these cultures and their relationships from the dawn of modern history until today through project-based learning. Students can model their own exit projects on those provided, while vivid photographs and revealing sidebars enhance their learning of the material.

The ancient civilizations that form the basis of our modern world first sprang up in the Eastern Hemisphere, in an area of the Middle East known as the Cradle of Civilization. Through project-based learning, this insightful book examines the history of the Eastern Hemisphere and how it was shaped by trading, wars, and colonialism. Readers can model their own exit projects on those provided in the book, and colorful photographs and special sidebars enhance their understanding of this important region of the globe.

The Western Hemisphere, spanning from the Americas to Eastern Europe, consists of many cultures, some of which have attempted to claim dominance at various points in history. The history of the Western Hemisphere is, thus, also a history of colonialism and imperialism. In this book, readers will examine the history of these cultures and their relationships from the dawn of modern history until today through project-based learning. Students can model their own exit projects on those provided, while vivid photographs and revealing sidebars enhance their learning of the material.

The U.S. Constitution is one of the most important documents in the world, if not the most important document in the history of the United States. It is the U.S. Constitution that spells out citizens' rights, and there is still much debate today about its interpretation in the legislative process of the United States. In this edifying resource, readers will examine the U.S. Constitution and the rights it affords American citizens through project-based learning. Students can model their own exit projects on and be inspired by those included in this book, which examine the document using historical, political, legal, and anthropological lenses.

The Harlem Renaissance was a period of explosive artistic growth, led by African Americans in the 1920s when they faced legalized racism and segregation. In this informative book, readers will be introduced to project-based learning as well as exit projects involving the Harlem Renaissance, its political and cultural ramifications, and some of its important figures. Enlightening sidebars and vivid photographs make this important period accessible. The projects that students can model their own work on will inspire research and investigation.

A new edition of the bestselling classic – published with a special introduction to mark its 10th anniversary This pioneering account sets out to understand the structure of the human brain – the place where mind meets matter. Until recently, the left hemisphere of our brain has been seen as the ‘rational’ side, the superior partner to the right. But is this distinction true? Drawing on a vast body of experimental research, Iain McGilchrist argues while our left brain makes for a wonderful servant, it is a very poor master. As he shows, it is the right side which is the more reliable and insightful. Without it, our world would be mechanistic – stripped of depth, colour and value.