Must-Read Biographies

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Biography FunBooks, Women & Minorities Who Shaped Our Nation image 1
Item: 138892
Model: GALFBSETWMK

Gallopade® "Women & Minorities Who Shaped Our Nation" Biography fun book for 1st - 5th grades offers an overview of each person's life/education/personal obstacles/accomplishments. Book has interesting biographies filled with fun activities..Age group and grade: Ages 6 - 11 and grades 1st - 5th.Subject: Social studies.Provide an overview of each person's life and touch on their childhood education, family, personal obstacles and key accomplishments.Format: Paperback.Includes The Wright Brothers, Thomas Jefferson, Thomas Edison, Paul Revere, Johnny Appleseed, Juan Ponce de Leon, Lewis and Clark, Christopher Columbus, and more.Interesting reproducible biographies are filled with fun activities.People in this set are the must reads that all students are required to learn about and are tested on.Set of 13 books.Biography funbook provide an overview of each person's life and touch on their childhood education, family, personal obstacles.

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Biography FunBooks, Presidents, Inventors & Explorers image 1
Item: 139946
Model: GALFBSETPIEK

Gallopade® "Presidents, Inventors & Explorers" Biography fun book for 1st - 5th grades offers an overview of each person's life/education/personal obstacles/accomplishments. Book has interesting biographies filled with fun activities..Age group and grade: Ages 6 - 11 and grades 1st - 5th.Subject: Social studies.Provide an overview of each person's life and touch on their childhood education, family, personal obstacles and key accomplishments.Format: Paperback.Includes The Wright Brothers, Thomas Jefferson, Thomas Edison, Paul Revere, Johnny Appleseed, Juan Ponce de Leon, Lewis and Clark, Christopher Columbus, and more.Interesting reproducible biographies are filled with fun activities.The people in this set are the must-reads that all students are required to learn about and are tested on.Set of 13 books.Presidents, inventors & explorer biography funbook provide an overview of each person's life and touch on their childhood education, family, personal obstacles.

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Scholastic Teaching Solutions Must Read Biographies Changemakers Boxed Set, 62/Set image 1
Item: 24635929
Model: SC-9781546107101

Greta Thunberg, Sitting Bull, Sojourner Truth, Barack Obama … Students will be fascinated by these people's stories, as well as those of the other notable figures in this set. Each biography comes with text-dependent questions that assess students' comprehension and critical thinking skills. Includes 6 copies of each 10 biographies make this set perfect for small-group reading..Short engaging biographies of remarkable people that all students should know about.Best suited for children ages 8-10..Six copies of each biography make this set perfect for small-group reading.Teaching Guide includes text-dependent questions that assess comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills.Engaging short texts detail their diverse backgrounds, the challenges they faced, and their triumphs as they set out to make their communities and our world a better place to live in.

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Scholastic Teaching Solutions Must Read Biographies Arts & Sports Boxed Set, 62/Set image 1
Item: 24635931
Model: SC-9781546107095

Frida Kahlo, Lin Manuel Miranda, Billie Jean King, Shohei Ohtani … These are just some of the outstanding artists and sports figures whose life stories are sure to captivate students. Each biography comes with text-dependent questions that assess students' comprehension and critical thinking skills. Includes 6 copies of each 10 biographies make this set perfect for small-group reading..Short engaging biographies of remarkable people that all students should know about.Best suited for children ages 8-10..Six copies of each biography make this set perfect for small-group reading.Teaching Guide includes text-dependent questions that assess comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills.Engaging short texts detail their diverse backgrounds, the challenges they faced, and their triumphs as they excelled in their respective fields.

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Scholastic Teaching Solutions Must Read Biographies Stem Boxed Set, 62/Set image 1
Item: 24635941
Model: SC-9781546107118

Katherine Johnson, Shigeru Miyamoto, Temple Grandin, Benjamin Banneker … These people's stories, along with those of other notable figures in this set, will fascinate students who are interested in science, technology, engineering, and math. Each biography comes with text-dependent questions that assess comprehension and critical thinking skills. Includes 6 copies of each 10 biographies make this set perfect for small-group reading..Short engaging biographies of remarkable people that all students should know about.Best suited for children ages 8-10..Six copies of each biography make this set perfect for small-group reading.Teaching Guide includes text-dependent questions that assess comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills.Engaging short texts detail their diverse backgrounds, the challenges they faced, and their triumphs.

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Basic Skills, Scholastic Easy Reader Biographies image 1
Item: 850896
Model: SC-0439774101

Scholastic® "Easy Reader Biographies" Book is ideal for ages 5 - 8 and helps to learn reading. English book having 16 pages contains lively text, captions, realistic illustrations, glossaries, diagrams..Age group and grade: Ages 5 - 8 years and grades kindergarten - 2nd.Language: English.Subject: Language arts, reading.Format: Book.Title: Easy Reader Biographies.Topic: Reading skills.Introduce key features of nonfiction with 12 easy-to-read biographies of must-know, inspiring Americans.Designed for young readers, these engaging 16 page books feature lively text, captions, realistic illustrations, glossaries, diagrams and more.Teaching guide includes graphic organizers and teaching ideas to help children comprehend the features of nonfiction and read with understanding.Includes 60 full color, 16 page books (5 copies of 12 biographies), 48 page teaching guide, sturdy storage box.Biographies correlate with Guided Reading Levels I and J.Scholastic® "Easy Reader Biographies" Book for language arts/reading is ideal for grade kindergarten - 2nd and helps to learn how to read.

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Teacher Created Materials TIME FOR KIDS® Nonfiction Readers STEM Grade 2, 10-Book Set Book Set (21897) image 1
Item: 2756764
Model: 21897

This 10-book STEM collection for Grade 2 pulls together informational text for math, science, technology, and engineering in engaging formats that include TIME FOR KIDS® content, vivid images, and descriptive vocabulary..Nonfiction.English.Grade 2

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Scholastic Teaching Solutions Our Voices School & Friends Boxed Set, 40/Set image 1
Item: 24636045
Model: SC-9781546106401

Cultivate empathy and boost key reading skills with this collection of 40 books (4 copies of 10 titles) multicultural stories that center on friendships and school experiences. Although the characters come from different cultural backgrounds, their experiences, which include feeling first-day jitters, making new friends, and conquering fears, are universally relatable. Each book provides background information and discussion prompts. Includes a 16-page teaching guide with skill-building activity pages and a companion website..Authentic stories foster cultural awareness and sensitivity.Best suited for children ages 6-7..40 Full-Color, 16-Pg Books (4 Copies Of 10 Titles, 16-Pg Teaching Guide And Sturdy Storage Box.Each book is written and illustrated by creators from the featured cultural background.Value-priced multiple set provides critical mass of titles for instruction.Includes online support materials.This collection of 40 multicultural books, focusing on friendships and school experiences, fosters empathy and reading skills while offering relatable stories, teaching resources, and a companion website.

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Scholastic Teaching Solutions Nonfiction Phonics Readers Set 4: Advanced Concepts Boxed Set, 126/Set image 1
Item: 24630157
Model: SC-9781546164586

Reinforce must-know phonics concepts with this cutting-edge series of nonfiction books! Each title features simple decodable text paired with clear, colorful photos to maximize learning and enjoyment. From birds to birthdays, fast cars to big sharks, all of kids' favorite topics are here. A super way to motivate every child to become a confident, phonics-wise reader! Includes 125 full-color, 8-page books (5 each of 25 titles) and 32-page Teaching Guide..Nonfiction books that enable children to joyfully master critical phonics concepts as they learn about animals and the world around them..For ages 6-8 years.The set includes 125 books—five copies of each title—making them perfect for group learning.Stories are 80+ percent decodable (based on Scholastic's scope and sequence)..The BIG teaching guide includes tips, strategies, and meaningful reproducibles to reinforce essential learning.An easy way to boost background knowledge and phonics skills simultaneously..Reinforce must-know phonics concepts with this cutting-edge series of nonfiction books

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Scholastic Teaching Solutions Laugh A Lot Alphabet Boxed Set, 130/Set image 1
Item: 24636038
Model: SC-9781546109228

Give your students the tools they need to soar with this irresistible A-to-Z classroom set! Inside the sturdy storage box you'll find 130 books (26 titles, five copies each) that target and teach each letter of the alphabet via a humorous tale and a host of multisensory activities. It comes with a BIG teaching guide filled with tips, strategies, and playful reproducibles to ensure that learning sticks..Fun-to-read books enable children to joyfully master must-know phonics concepts.Best suited for children ages 5-6..130 Full-Color 8-Page Books, A 64-Page Teaching Guide, Storage Unit.Books provide targeted practice with essential phonics concepts, including letter sounds, short vowels, long vowels, and blends and digraphs.Stories are 80+ percent decodable (based on Scholastic's Scope & Sequence).Value-priced multi-copy sets provide critical mass of titles for instruction.Great for group lessons and based on the latest Science of Reading research!

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Teacher Created Materials Let's Explore Life Science Grades 2-3, 10-Book Set Book Set (23425) image 1
Item: 2756767
Model: 23425

Explore Life Science with this 10-book set for Grades 2-3. Readers will learn about ecosystems, habitats, life cycles, and more! These titles includes vibrant images paired with easy-to-read text to keep students engaged from cover to cover..Nonfiction.English.Grade 2-3

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Scholastic Teaching Solutions Laugh A Lot Alphabet Boxed Set, 26/Set image 1
Item: 24636035
Model: SC-9781546109211

Help your child soar with this irresistible A-to-Z book set! Includes a tip-filled family guide, mini-workbook, and motivating stickers. That's everything you need to set the stage for literacy success. Content is based on the latest Science of Reading research!.Fun-to-read books enable children to joyfully master must-know phonics concepts.Best suited for children ages 5-6..26 Full-Color 8-Page Books, 64-Page Activity Books, Stickers, Sturdy Storage Box.Books provide targeted practice with essential phonics concepts, including letter sounds, short vowels, long vowels, and blends and digraphs.Stories are 80+ percent decodable (based on Scholastic's Scope & Sequence).Inside this bright box, you'll find 26 titles that target and teach each letter of the alphabet via a humorous tale and a host of easy activities.

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Scholastic Teaching Solutions Clue Club Decodable Mysteries Boxed Set, 50/Set (SC-9781546108191) image 1
Item: 24612948
Model: SC-9781546108191

Inside this bright box, you'll find 50 books (5 x 10 titles) that are perfect for group learning. Each story features four to eight sentences per page with words containing short and long vowels, blends and digraphs, vowel teams, and controlled r. Includes instant comprehension questions and a tip-filled teaching guide with skill-building reproducibles. Just right for growing readers!.6-8 years & Grade 1-3.Published by Scholastic Teaching Solutions.9781546108191.Inside this bright box, you'll find 50 books (5 x 10 titles) that are perfect for group learning.24-page teaching guide.Sturdy storage unit.Includes instant comprehension questions and a tip-filled teaching guide with skill-building reproducibles.Take students to the next level as readers with this exciting set of highly decodable mystery tales!

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Scholastic First Little Readers: Guided Reading Level B Boxed Set, 100/Set (SC-9780545223027) image 1
Item: 930067
Model: 9780545223027

By Liza Charlesworth Correlated with Guided Reading Level B! Jump start your early reading program with this BIG collection of kid-pleasing little books correlated with Guided Reading Level B. Inside the sturdy storage box, you'll find 100 full-color books (5 x 20 titles) PLUS a great teaching guide packed with lessons, tips, and literacy-boosting reproducibles. A great value and a must-have resource for every preK­2 classroom!.Grades PreK-2 / Ages 4-7.Author Liza Charlesworth.Teaching guide written by a reading specialist.5 Copies of 20 Titles.Teaching guide is 8" x 10-7/8".A Big Collection of Just-Right Leveled Books for Beginning Readers.

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Scholastic Teaching Our Voices: English-Spanish Stories, 8 Books/Set image 1
Item: 24630016
Model: SC-9781546152569

Grow connections while fostering English and Spanish reading skills with these eight vibrant bilingual stories that spotlight Latine characters at home, in school, and in their communities. Each story reflects the characters' different cultural traditions and lifestyles, celebrating diversity while supporting multilingual learning. A teaching guide for families and educators helps build children's reading comprehension skills and deepen their understanding of various Hispanic heritages. Includes 8 books..Build reading skills in two languages, meeting the needs of multilingual learners..For ages 6-7 years.2 Workbooks.Support in-class and at-home learning with text-specific cultural notes and discussion prompts for each book.Grow cultural awareness, empathy, and social connections

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Scholastic Teaching Solutions Our Voices: Neighborhood & Community Multicultural Readers, 10 Books/Set (SC-9781338837216) image 1
Item: 24604196
Model: SC-9781338837216

Foster a feeling of belonging while building key reading skills with these colorful storybooks that spotlight a variety of neighborhoods and communities. The 10 charming stories feature characters from different cultural backgrounds who learn about the people and places around them—and their own place in the world. Each book comes with background information and discussion prompts and is correlated with guided reading levels I, J, and K. Set includes a family guide..Age group 6-8 years.Author Katrina Ardiente Alonso.9781338837216.Build community by building cultural awareness and appreciation.Provide representation with books written and illustrated by creators from the featured cultural background.Supports cultural responsiveness.Supports Family and Community Engagement.Contains a digital companion.Compelling stories expand kids' understanding and build connections across cultural experiences

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Scholastic Teaching English-Spanish Buddy Readers: Set 2, Multiple-Copy Set, 101/Set image 1
Item: 24630061
Model: SC-9781546160489

Young learners will love these funny, easy-to-read little books with text in both English and Spanish. These simple stories feature high-frequency words, rhyming, and adorable illustrations on topics that students love. Perfect as a bilingual resource for early learners or for introducing English speakers to a new language. Includes five copies of 20 irresistible tales and a teaching guide with access to reproducibles..The set includes multiple stories about the same lovable characters, plus kid-friendly topics and easy text to motivate new readers to succeed..For ages 4-7 years.Perfect for multi-lingual learners or for students learning Spanish..This set of 100 books (five copies of 20 tales) is value-priced..Includes a teaching guide filled with guided reading tips, and instant comprehension questions. Also QR code links to reproducibles online..A handy resource for dual-language and immersion classrooms

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Scholastic Teaching English-Spanish Buddy Readers: Set 2, Single-Copy Set, 21/Set image 1
Item: 24630030
Model: SC-9781546160496

Young learners will love these funny, easy-to-read little books with text in both English and Spanish. These simple stories feature high-frequency words, rhyming, and adorable illustrations on topics kids love. Perfect as a bilingual resource for early learners or for introducing English speakers to a new language. Includes 20 books and a family guide..The set includes multiple stories about the same lovable characters, plus kid-friendly topics and easy text to motivate new readers to succeed.For ages 4-7 years.Perfect for multi-lingual learners or for kids learning Spanish..20 Full-Color 8-Page Books, 4-Page Family Guide, Storage Box.Includes a family guide filled with reading tips.

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Scholastic Teaching Solutions Neighborhood & Community Class Set, 40 Books/Set (SC-9781338837209) image 1
Item: 24604180
Model: SC-9781338837209

Foster a feeling of belonging while building key reading skills with these colorful storybooks that spotlight a variety of neighborhoods and communities. The 10 charming stories feature characters from different cultural backgrounds who learn about the people and places around them—and their own place in the world. Books include background information and discussion prompts, and are correlated with guided reading levels I, J, & K. Set includes a teaching guide with reproducible activity pages. Each set includes 40 books..Age group 6-8 years.Published by Scholastic Teaching Solutions.9781338837209.40 books.Supports cultural responsiveness.Build community by building cultural awareness and appreciation.Provide representation with books written and illustrated by creators from the featured cultural background.Contains a digital companion.Supports Family and Community Engagement.Foster a feeling of belonging while building key reading skills with these colorful storybooks that spotlight a variety of neighborhoods and communities

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Scholastic Bob Books Beginning Readers Book, Set 1, Set of 12 (SB-0439845009) image 1
Item: 879483
Model: SB-0439845009

Bob Books Set 1: Beginning Readers teach a child letter sounds with Bob Books Set 1! With four letters in the first story children can read a whole book- Consistent new sounds are added gradually until young readers have read books with all letters of the alphabet (except Q)- Short vowels and three-letter words in simple sentences make Bob Books Set 1 a fun confidence builder.Beginning Readers.Recommended for Ages 4+, Grade PK - 1.Bobby Lynn Maslen

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Newmark Learning® Rising Readers Leveled Books, Social Studies Set, 24 Titles image 1
Item: 274039
Model: NL-0524

Newmark Learning™ Rising Readers "Social Studies Volumes 1 and 2" Single copy set inspires and motivates children from interactive content of it. Book is perfect resource to entertain your children..Lexile level: BR-570L.Language: English.Grades: Prekindergarten - 2nd.Rising Readers are the perfect transition between Newmark Learning's sight word readers and jump into genre leveled books for grades 2 - 3.Precisely leveled fiction and nonfiction readers integrate literacy with content instruction..Each CD-ROM comes with a customized teacher's guide and mini-book.CD-ROM turn literacy instruction into a multimedia adventure! Interactive.Books: Children will love the gorgeous photos or illustrations, fun topics, and BONUS comprehension skills and sight word activities included in every book. Science, Math, Social Studies, and Nursery Rhyme books available.Matching interactive CD-ROM available for every print book, customized teacher/parent tips and after-reading activities included with each book or CD-ROM.Science, Math, Social Studies, and Nursery Rhyme books available..As required by the common core state standards, Rising Readers steadily increase in reading level complexity while integrating nonfiction and fiction content instruction.Interactive features include: window shades to hide and reveal text or images, Built in pen tools, and self-correcting grammar and writing, vocabulary, and comprehension skills activity pages.Ideal for whole group lessons on whiteboards or in pairs on a computer.Works on ANY brand of whiteboard, PC, or MAC.CD-ROM for whiteboards or computers motivate students to learn core content and literacy skills.For comprehensive literacy instruction using one standards-based title, use the Rising Readers books for small group lessons and use the interactive whiteboard CD-ROM for whole group lessons.Subject: Leveled readers.Title: Look at Me and What Do Maps Show?.Newmark Learning™ Rising Readers "Social Studies Volumes 1 and 2" Single copy set is ideal for 2nd grade.

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About Must-Read Biographies

Explore the lives of influential figures who have shaped history with our curated selection of must-read biographies. These engaging narratives provide insight into the experiences and achievements of diverse individuals, including trailblazers in various fields such as politics, science, arts, and sports. Each biography is crafted to inspire and educate, making them perfect for readers of all ages.

Our collection features boxed sets that focus on significant themes, allowing readers to delve deeper into the stories of changemakers, innovators, and cultural icons. With captivating storytelling and rich illustrations, these biographies not only entertain but also foster a greater understanding of the world and its history. Discover the power of storytelling through the lives of those who made a difference.