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8th Grade History

This course offers an interactive exploration of U.S. history from early explorers to the present. It covers colonization, the quest for independence, the Civil War, the Cold War, and contemporary challenges as a global power. Students will study the Spanish, Dutch, and French explorations, British colonial politics, and the establishment of colonies. Key topics include major milestones such as the quest for independence and westward expansion. The course provides a comprehensive view of how historical facts and political movements transformed the United States from a group of colonies into the 50 states, highlighting significant growth and challenges along the way.