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K = Kindergarten
(Picture Books)

E = Elementary:
Grades 1-3
(detailed Picture Books
& easy reading)

E-UE = (books for
younger, fluent readers)

UE = Upper Elementary:
Grades 4-6

JH = Junior High:
Grades 6-8

HS = High School:
Grades 9-12

+ = "and up"

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History Reading List

Books on American History -- the 1900's

If you are teaching American History, use this Reading List to pick out good historical fiction and nonfiction to go along with your lesson plans. This section includes books set in the 1900's. For other years, please see our main American History Reading List.

The books are arranged chronologically, with topics shown below the dates to make it easier to find selections. Each book is linked to one of our affiliates so you can see pictures & further description. If you purchase, please consider doing so through one of our links! Thanks!

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1900 - 1920

books include Henry Ford, the California Earthquake of 1906,
the Titanic, Shackleton's Expedition,
America in World War I

1920 - 1950

books include the Stock Market Crash, the Great Depression,
American Life in the early 1900's,
America in World War II

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