Social Studies Books
- Title: Passport
- Subject: Science/technology, nonfiction
- Title: Passport
- Subject: Science/technology, nonfiction
- Age group and grade: Ages 6 - 11 and grades 1st - 5th
- Subject: Social studies
- Age group 4-8 years
- Written by Deborah Serani Psy.D., Published by Free Spirit Publishing
- Age group and grade: Ages 9 - teens and grades 5th - 8th
- Who invented the alphabet, is the lost city of Atlantis a legend, was there really a Trojan horse, there are no "right" or "wrong" answers
- Age group and grade: Ages 6 - 11 and grades 1st - 5th
- Subject: Social studies
- Age group and grade: Ages 9 - teens and grades 5th - 8th
- What became of the lost colony at Roanoke, who really discovered the Americas, what caused the Salem witch trials, there are no "right" or "wrong" answers
- Title: History Pockets: The American Revolution
- Subject: Science/technology, nonfiction
- Grades 5 - 8+
- Features maps designed to be easily reproduced, projected, or scanned
- Age group 2-4 years
- Written by Elizabeth Verdick, Published by Free Spirit Publishing
- Age group and grade: Ages 9 - 12 and grades 4th - 6th+
- Introduction pocket gives an overview of the settlement of the 13 original colonies
- Social Studies/Lewis and Clark Expedition
- Maria Backus/Mark Twain
- Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of a Latin American leader
- For ages 6-10.
- Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum
- For ages 5-8.
- Explains how taxes work, the different types of taxes, and why taxes exist
- For ages 7-12 years.
- Fact- and photo-filled text that supports social studies curriculum
- For ages 10-15.
- Explores John Lewis's story, including his unique childhood, participation in the civil rights movement, and time in Congress
- For ages 7-12 years.
- Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of a Latinx American leader
- For ages 6-10.
- Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of a Latin American leader
- For ages 6-10.
- Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum
- For ages 5-8.
- Explains the important work of American Indian leaders and their interactions with government
- For ages 7-12 years.
- Explains the purpose of petitions and how they can be used to improve communities
- For ages 7-12 years.
- Explains the importance of civic duties while giving examples of people who can serve as role models for students
- For ages 7-12 years.
- The Fight for Freedom traces the history of the Civil Rights, Women's Rights, and Gay Rights movements.
- For ages 10-14.
- Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum
- For ages 5-8.
- Describes the importance of community involvement while giving examples of creative leaders across the country who can serve as role models
- For ages 7-12 years.
- Analyzes the Preamble line by line in an easy-to-understand manner
- For ages 7-12 years.
- Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of an Asian American leader
- For ages 6-10.
- Describes the presidential election process with examples from United States history
- For ages 7-12 years.
- Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum
- For ages 5-8.
- Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of an Asian American leader
- For ages 6-10.
- Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum
- For ages 5-8.
- High-interest text for striving readers is filled with facts and photos
- For ages 9-15.
- Details the history and importance of various types of media, from newspapers to billboards to social media
- For ages 7-12 years.
- Describes current threats to Earth's environment and explains how their effects can be limited
- For ages 7-12 years.
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Social studies books can help students learn about U.S. history and government or ancient history from around the world. From ancient civilizations to modern societies, there is something for everyone in our selection. From specific historical events such as the American Revolution to historical U.S. geography and books on modern world cultures, these books can open a path to exploration for students. We have activity books and workbooks for students to engage with what they're learning, as well as teacher resource books to support school curriculum. There are options geared toward multiple grades, from elementary to middle school, so you can find the right fit for your students!
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Social studies books offer an exciting way for students to learn about the world around them. With our selection of textbooks and workbooks, you can easily find the right resources to engage your class in learning more about history, geography, civics and government concepts. Students won't just be reading; they'll be exploring! With narrative books that detail real-world stories of people from across the world, students can engage with cultures and lives far from what they know. By reading biographies of important historical figures, students will gain deeper understanding of our world's history. Social studies is an important topic, and social studies books can provide key support for any curriculum!