Bring history to life with compelling stories, . sweeping scope, and a welcoming sense of diversity. Historical fiction helps students connect to their middle school. social studies classes. Reading skill instruction and cross-curricular connections improve. comprehension of historical fiction. Strong multicultural flavor reflects the rich tapestry of our shared. American heritages. Jamestown's American Portraits, a saga of American families and friends, . traces the history of America from the founding of Jamestown to the Civil. Rights Movement. This is a unique, enriching series designed to teach. reading strategies appropriate for historical novels used in middle school. reading, language arts, or social studies classes.
. . Reading Level 5-8. Interest Level 6-8.