World War I (Opposing Viewpoints)

Presents essays about controversial issues during World War I, including the question of American neutrality, the Treaty of Versailles, and the League of Nations

Gr. 6^-12. This entry in the Opposing Viewpoints: American History series is a solid reference and a useful curricular supplement. The editor focuses on five issues, among them, U.S. preparedness for war, the question of neutrality, and the League of Nations. Along with providing readers with opposing viewpoints on the topics, the volume also offers a concise introduction to World War I and to each issue presented. Classroom teachers will like the chapter discussion questions, the chronology, and the inclusion of actual documents. Young adults will find the notes about the contributors helpful in assessing the credibility of the authors, and the selective, annotated bibliography helpful for further research. An outstanding resource for primary-source materials that clearly lays out the debate surrounding the war. Mary Romano Marks