Print Materials from the House of Clio Press Coming Soon!
Critical Thinking & Writing in History: A User's Guide
The California Curriculum Center is proud to announce the acquisition of House of Clio Press and the release an updated second edition of Clio's bestselling text, Critical Thinking & Writing in History: A User's Guide, currently available as full color ebook and grayscale value edition.
This foundational text equips students with essential skills to analyze and write about history with depth and precision. Designed for college freshman but accessible to early college learners, this text provides a step-by-step approach to mastering historiography, research techniques, and historical analysis.
The text is organized into ten short chapters, covering key skills such as locating and analyzing sources, constructing strong arguments, identifying causation, and understanding historical context. Students learn to "read between the lines" with inference, develop historical empathy, and craft well-reasoned written narratives. The book concludes with practical guidance on writing history and a glossary of terms to reinforce learning.
Whether used in the classroom or for independent study, Critical Thinking & Writing in History empowers students to think critically about the past and communicate their insights effectively.
Full color print ISBN: forthcoming
Full color ebook ISBN: 979-8230957393 - $39.99 MSRP
Grayscale Value Format ISBN: 979-8224900954 - $64.99 MSRP
Available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, and wherever great books are sold!
Native American History: An Ethnic Studies Curiclum
The House of Clio imprint will soon debut Native American History: An Ethnic Studies Curriculum, a comprehensive textbook exploring the rich and diverse history of Native American peoples. Spanning ancient America to the present, this text covers topics such as Spanish, French, and English colonization; dispossession and assimilation; and the modern era of self-determination and decolonization.
Aligned with California state standards for Ethnic Studies, this textbook is thoughtfully designed to support independent learners and classroom instruction alike. It features engaging narratives, bolded key terms, and review questions to foster critical thinking and deepen understanding.
While it is not a complete course and does not include multimedia or interactive assessments, this resource serves as an excellent companion to live instruction or independent study. Available for purchase by school districts and individual students, Native American History: An Ethnic Studies Curriculum offers a rigorous and accessible exploration of Native American history, tailored to meet the needs of today’s learners.