This is a framework text. We use half of it in 4th Grade and half of it in 5th Grade. It covers the major incidents of early American history in a Catholic framework, with good comprehension exercises for each chapter. It doesn’t say too much, and it covers the pertinent material. There are numerous supplemental books suggested. All the other books help bring Early American history to life. Famous 5th-8th grade Catholic American History text with Study Questions & Activities. Hundreds of famous persons, places, dates, and events: Columbus, St. Isaac Jogues, Fr. Marquette, Mother Seton, etc.