Greenberg, Ed., The Confessions Of Nat Turner And Related Documents; Finkelman, Dred Scott V. Sandford - A Brief History With Documents

Abstract

As most history teachers already know, it is a difficult task finding just the right supplemental readings for a class. If a book is too dense or detailed, many students simply will not read it. Too specialized, however, and the students are unable to place it in any kind of general context. Most teachers constantly search for that elusive balance--don't overwhelm the students, yet try to pique their interest while also introducing relevant historical materials.