Hitler's Rise to Power

Adolf Hitler was one of the most brutal dictators in history. Fueled by resentment after WWI, extreme nationalist views and anti-Semitism, he started a war that led to over 70 million deaths, including millions imprisoned or killed in concentration camps. But was history inevitable? Could the tragedy of WW II and the Holocaust have been avoided? Read the facts and the theories, then decide for yourself.

History's Mysteries Graded Readers bring controversies in history alive. Students learn the facts, review interpretations, and do their own research.

Inside find:

• A biography of Hitler's life and rise to power
• Informative articles about anti-Semitism, Auschwitz, and more
• Historical images, maps, documents, and other visual resources
• Fun facts and connections
• Discussion and comprehension questions
• Research projects
• Writing prompts