The purpose of this course is to have the students analyze the American story from 1789 to Present day. Students will cover key concepts starting with our foundations of government, establishment of diplomatic relations, Industrialization and Innovation, moving towards the Civil War, Prosperity to Depression, WWII, Cold War, and finally heading into the 21st century. The students will use a variety of methods to learn the main idea of each era. The development and usage of charts and graphs to visually display data and to make comparisons will aid the students' understanding of past history to the present. Students will also learn to create and use maps illustrating their knowledge of the expanding geography of the United States. Lessons are reinforced with book and magazine reports. Course work will facilitate the use of technology for research, composition and presentation purposes. Through varied experiences, students should realize the roles that cause and effect have played throughout our history.