Social Studies Readers

In Daily Mind Builders™ each social studies daily activity page includes two puzzles..Age group and grade: Ages 11+ and grades 5th - 12th+.Subject: History.License: Reproducible.Author: Jennifer Gottstein.Number of pages: 136, perforated.Format: Paperback.Type: Student content with answer guide.In addition to waking up sleepy brains for the day's lessons, these short, fun daily activity pages develop important reading comprehension skills found on all standardized reading tests.Synthesizing disparate information and using the result to produce a reasonable conclusion is an essential skill assessed on standardized reading tests.Each daily activity page includes 2 puzzles, the first puzzle is a short, true mystery, its solution requires careful reading, inferential reasoning and deductive thinking.Second puzzle involves a process of elimination involving the meanings of words or relationships between words.Includes paperback, 136 pages, answer key

Build social studies content-area literacy with 180 days of daily practice! With these diagnostic-based activities, grade 5 students will analyze primary source documents, answer text-dependent questions, and build their social studies knowledge..Subject matter: Across the Curriculum.This book is written in English.Grade 5

Build social studies content-area literacy with 180 days of daily practice! With these diagnostic-based activities, grade 3 students will analyze primary source documents, answer text-dependent questions, and build their social studies knowledge..Subject matter: Across the Curriculum.This book is written in English.Grade 3

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.

Build social studies content-area literacy with 180 days of daily practice! With these diagnostic-based activities, grade 2 students will analyze primary source documents, answer text-dependent questions, and build their social studies knowledge..Subject matter: Across the Curriculum.This book is written in English.Grade 2

Newmark Learning "En Espanol Sight Word Readers Social Studies" Book for 3 - 6 yrs includes exciting nonfiction texts. Book contains photos, illustrations, fun topics, comprehension skills, sight word activities and after-reading activities..Age group and grade: Ages 3 - 6 years and grades P - 1st.Language: Spanish.Title: En Espanol Sight Word Readers Social Studies Book.Multiple award-winning series! A collection of nonfiction rebus titles for first-time readers.These gorgeous and engaging nonfiction texts introduce new readers to 49 of the most essential high-frequency words, teaching sight words and standards-based science, math and social studies content at the same time.Matching interactive CD-ROM available for every print book! customized teacher/parent tips and after-reading activities included with each book.Start with volume 1 of the books, CD-ROMs, or both, progress to increasingly complex sight words up to volume 4, then transition to rising readers leveled books.Newmark Learning "En Español Sight Word Readers Social Studies" Book allows children to learn about 49 high-frequency words, teaching sight words and is ideal for children in the age group of 3 - 6..Newmark Learning "En Español Sight Word Readers Social Studies" Book allows children to learn about 49 high-frequency words, teaching sight words and is ideal for children in the age group of 3 - 6.

Teacher Created Resources Daily warm-ups nonfiction reading activity book has 150 nonfiction reading passages. Grade 3 book include people, places and events related to science, sports, history and social studies passages..Grades 3rd/ages 8 - 9 years.Subject: Reading skills.No. of pages: 176.Start with 150 nonfiction reading passages about people, places, and events related to science, sports, history and social studies.Follow them with multiple choice questions designed to reinforce reading comprehension skills ranging from basic recall to critical thinking.With daily practice, students will become confident readers who can demonstrate their comprehension skills on standardized tests.Teacher Created Resources Daily warm-ups nonfiction reading activity book is recommended for grade 3 and is designed to reinforce reading comprehension skills.

Students will learn that small actions can make a big difference! This nonfiction book explains why civic duties are important and how to fulfill them. The book includes a glossary and a short fiction piece related to the topic. This 32-page full-color book describes the importance of civic duties while giving examples of people who can serve as role models for students. It also explores important topics like leadership and civil rights, and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to discover civic responsibility, politicians, and what it takes to make a difference..Explains the importance of civic duties while giving examples of people who can serve as role models for students.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book describes the importance of civic duties while giving examples of people who can serve as role models for students..ISBN: 9781087605135.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic that will keep students invested.Connects important concepts such as civil rights and leadership to students' daily lives.Includes a glossary, thought-provoking discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity designed to help students become responsible individuals.With examples of heroes like Jackie Robinson and Sandra Day O'Connor, this book and the accompanying project will help students see what it means to be leaders.

Learn about the creative ways Americans help their communities. This nonfiction book includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, fun activity, glossary, and other helpful tools. This 32-page full-color book describes the importance of community involvement while giving examples of creative leaders across the country. It also explores concepts such as creative problem-solving and volunteerism and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore working together, civic responsibility, and ways to improve one's community..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..This 32-page full-color book describes the importance of community involvement while giving examples of creative leaders across the country..ISBN: 9781087605098.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic to get students invested.Connects key topics such as creative problem-solving and volunteerism to students' daily lives.Includes a glossary, interactive discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity that empowers students to improve their communities.With this fun and informative book, students will see all the wonderful things that can happen when communities create together!

This nonfiction book gives students a close-up look at media by exploring all forms and how it plays an important role in society. Students will learn to tell the difference between facts and opinions with this exciting book and the accompanying extension activity. This 32-page full-color book defines media, explains how to separate fact from fiction. It also covers important ideas like democracy and censorship, plus includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to discover about bias, sharing information, and the history of media..Details the history and importance of various types of media, from newspapers to billboards to social media.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book defines media, explains how to separate fact from fiction..ISBN: 9781087605173.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic to keep students invested.Connects important concepts like democracy and censorship to students' daily lives.Includes a glossary, interactive discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity designed to get students excited about media.Ideal for young readers, the book includes a glossary and a short fiction piece related to the topic.

Learn about American Indian tradition and the important part it has on American culture. This nonfiction book shows how American Indian changemakers work to preserve their cultures and promote fairness. Students will learn about and appreciate the dedication of American Indian leaders. This 32-page full-color book explains the important work of American Indian leaders and their interactions with government. It also explores essential topics such as leadership and fairness and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to discover tribal Nations, American Indian culture, and the relationship between communities and government..Explains the important work of American Indian leaders and their interactions with government.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book explains the important work of American Indian leaders and their interactions with government..ISBN: 9781087605111.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic to keep students interested.Describes both the traditions and struggles of various American Indian Nations.Explores important themes such as fairness and leadership.Includes a glossary, interactive discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity to show how individuals can work with government to make change.The book includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, a glossary, a meaningful activity, and other great tools.

Help students learn what taxes are, how they work, and why they exist. This nonfiction book describes the purpose and history of taxes, and includes a glossary, short fiction piece related to the topic, and an exciting activity. Above all, this book explains how taxes function in society in an easy-to-understand way. This 32-page full-color book covers how taxes work, the different types of taxes, and what taxes pay for. It also explores important topics like civic duty and democracy and includes an extension activity for grade 3..Explains how taxes work, the different types of taxes, and why taxes exist.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book covers how taxes work, the different types of taxes, and what taxes pay for..ISBN: 9781087605166.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic that will keep students interested.Connects key themes like civic duty and democracy to students' daily lives.Includes a glossary, thought-provoking discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity designed to help students expand their understanding of taxes.Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to discover taxation, money, and public goods and services.

We are all part of one world. This nonfiction book introduces life around the globe while pointing out things we all have in common. Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum. After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content. Includes photo glossary and index.Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 5-8..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656322.After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes photo glossary and index.This nonfiction book introduces young readers to life around the world, highlighting commonalities across cultures, with fact-filled text, photos, an after-reading activity, a photo glossary, and an index to enhance engagement and support social studies curriculum.

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

Learn about the environment and how to protect it! This nonfiction book explains what individuals and the government can do to keep Earth's air clean. The book includes a glossary and a short fiction piece related to the topic. This 32-page full-color book describes current threats to the environment and explains how their effects can be limited. It also explores important concepts like clean energy and upcycling and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore greenhouse gases, pollution, and finding solutions to help the planet..Describes current threats to Earth's environment and explains how their effects can be limited.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book describes current threats to the environment and explains how their effects can be limited..ISBN: 9781087605142.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic to keep students engaged.Connects important topics such as pollution and greenhouse gases to students' daily lives.Includes a glossary, essential discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity designed to get students excited about helping their planet.With this fun, informative book and the additional activity, students will learn how to make their planet healthier.

Learn the history behind the phrase "We the people". This nonfiction book analyzes the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution in an exciting and informative way. The book includes a glossary, a short fiction piece related to the topic, and a bonus activity. This 32-page full-color book describes the creation of the U.S. Constitution and the Preamble. It also explores important topics like justice and liberty and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore the Constitution, structure of government, and United States history..Analyzes the Preamble line by line in an easy-to-understand manner.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book describes the creation of the U.S. Constitution and the Preamble..ISBN: 9781087605159.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic to keep students invested.Connects essential topics like the U.S. Constitution and federal government to students' daily lives.Includes a glossary, interactive discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity designed to get students excited about the Preamble's powerful words.With this book that's perfect for young readers, students can see how the powerful words of the Preamble are reflected in American government.

Learn about the process of electing government leaders! This nonfiction book explains how elections work and ways for individuals to stay involved in government. The book also includes a related fiction piece, a glossary, an extension activity, and other helpful features. This 32-page full-color book describes the presidential election process with examples from United States history. It also explores essential topics such as leadership and civic duty and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore political parties, government leaders, and the structure of America's representative democracy..Describes the presidential election process with examples from United States history.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book describes the presidential election process with examples from United States history..ISBN: 9781087605104.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic that will keep students invested.Explores major civics topics such as representative democracy and political parties.Includes a glossary, essential discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity that will get students excited about elections and campaigns.Perfect for young readers, this book will show students how to be informed citizens when it comes to elections and campaigns.

This nonfiction book gives students a close-up look at Congressman and activist John Lewis, who inspired important change in America with his fight for equal justice. Perfect for young readers, the book also includes a glossary and a short fiction piece related to the topic. Explore the life of John Lewis with easy-to-read text and exciting pictures. This 32-page full-color book covers important ideas like civic duty and responsibilities and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore the civil rights movement, American leaders, and U.S. history..Explores John Lewis's story, including his unique childhood, participation in the civil rights movement, and time in Congress.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book covers important ideas like civic duty and responsibilities and includes an extension activity for grade 3..ISBN: 9781087643014.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic to keep students invested.Connects Lewis's life to significant change in local government and America as a whole.Includes a glossary, essential discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity designed to get students excited about pursuing change.With an extension activity and other helpful features, this book teaches students that one person can make a difference in their community—and their country.

People live together all around the world. This nonfiction book explores the people and places that make different communities..Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 5-8..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656353.After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes photo glossary and index.This nonfiction book explores the people and places that make up different communities around the world, featuring fact-filled text, photos, an after-reading activity, and a photo glossary to support social studies curriculum.

Real World Decodables (Hi-Lo) Written especially for older and struggling readers, we present our Real World Decodables. The library box collection includes 60 readers, 12 at each phase level, Phases 2 - 6..Age-appropriate, high-interest, non-fiction covering social studies and STEM topics, with vibrant, modern photography in the real world to match with controlled, decodable text..Best suited for children ages 5-9..60 Readers.Engaging non-fiction stories with vibrant photography..Follows the Rainbow Phonics scope and sequence..Every story has been written using a strictly controlled text..Inside front cover shows the exact progression of letter sounds in each title..Age-appropriate, high-interest, non-fiction covering social studies and STEM topics, with vibrant, modern photography in the real world to match with controlled, decodable text.

Learn how the power of a petition can give Americans the ability to create real change! This nonfiction book includes a related short fiction piece, glossary, an exciting bonus activity, and other useful tools. This 32-page full-color book describes the purpose of petitions and how they can be used to make a difference. It also explores important topics such as laws and democracy and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore working together, First Amendment rights, and ways to create change..Explains the purpose of petitions and how they can be used to improve communities.For ages 7-12 years..This 32-page full-color book describes the purpose of petitions and how they can be used to make a difference..ISBN: 9781087605081.Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic that will keep students engaged.Connects essential ideas such as laws and democracy to students' daily lives.Includes a glossary, thought-provoking discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity that will empower students to make change.The fun images and meaningful text will teach students how to be responsible citizens who can improve their communities by writing petitions.

Making learning fun and interactive is a surefire way to excite your social studies students. This book includes game-formatted activities for major historical topics. While the goal of these activities is to create excitement and to spark interest in further study, they are also standards based and include grading rubrics and ideas for assessment. Encouraging teamwork, creativity, intelligent reflection, and decision making, the games of Hands-on History Activities will help you take an active approach to teaching while inspiring your students to make their own explorations of history. 176pp..Grade: 3 - 8 / Ages 8 - 14.Language: English.Author Name: Garth Sundem.Publisher: Shell Education.Publishing Date/Year: May 13, 2005.No. of Pages: 176.ISBN -10: 1425803695.ISBN -13: 978-1425803698.Series: Hands-On History Activities.Edition: 1.Dimensions: 10.8"H x 8.5"W x 0.4"D.An engaging and informative "Hands-on History: Ancient Civilizations Activities" keep the readers fascinated till the end

People have to live together and get along with each other. This nonfiction book explores how citizens and the government work to accomplish this..Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 5-8..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656360.After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes photo glossary and index.This nonfiction book explores how citizens and the government work together to help people live harmoniously, with fact-filled text, photos, an after-reading activity, and a photo glossary to support social studies curriculum.

This nonfiction book introduces the relationship between people and the places we live. It discusses the impact we have on the earth and the impact the earth has on us. Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum. After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content..Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 5-8..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656339.After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes photo glossary and index.This nonfiction book explores the relationship between people and the places we live, discussing the mutual impact between humans and the Earth, with fact-filled text, photos, an after-reading activity, a photo glossary, and an index to support social studies curriculum.

Understanding the US. Constitution for fifth to twelfth grades helps students become informed citizens by delving into the history and structure of the U.S. Constitution. This social studies resource book covers the birth of the Constitution, the branches of government, the articles, and the amendments. Full copy of the U.S. Constitution and a sample test are included.Mark Twain Media Publishing Company specializes in providing engaging supplemental books and decorative resources to complement middle- and upper-grade classrooms. Designed by leading educators, this product line covers a range of subjects including mathematics, sciences, language arts, social studies, history, government, fine arts, and character..Covers the birth of the U.S. Constitution, the three branches of government, the articles, and the amendments.Includes a copy of the U.S. Constitution.Offers a 100-question practice test to prepare for required U.S. Constitution tests.Correlated to current national and state standards.96 pages.9781622236916

Part of the Travel to. . . Children’s Book Series, this 48-page nonfiction book takes you back in time to ancient Rome, Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Mexico, and other places in ancient history. Learn about their societies, their architecture, the rise and fall of power, and more..Nonfiction/Social Studies.Kaitlyn Duling/Rourke Educational Media.Grades 5-9.Paperback.English.48 pages.9781731658104.Before- and after-reading activities.Extension activity.Glossary.We proudly publish respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!.Take a trip through time to see how ancient cities and civilizations thrived and fell long ago as you Travel to. . . Ancient Cities and Civilizations!

Everybody has needs. This nonfiction book explores the basic needs of people and how we get our needs met..Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 5-8..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656377.After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes photo glossary and index.This nonfiction book explores the basic needs of people and how they are met, featuring fact-filled text, photos, an after-reading activity, and a photo glossary to support social studies curriculum.

Stories told from the perspectives of diverse children enable students to learn about relationships and feelings! MySelf's I Am a Responsible Community Member inspires kids to take a more active role in being a part of their comminty and give back..Social-Emotional Learning.Newmark Learning.Recommended age 6-10 years.Paperback.English.144 pages.6 books.9781478878087.Develop positive behavior through reading and discussions about emotions and social interaction.

Develop positive behavior through reading and discussions about emotions and social interaction. Stories told from the perspectives of diverse children enable students to learn about relationships and feelings! MySELF's I Have Feelings books help children recognize and understand feelings, while also building empathy. The inside front cover of each book offers teaching tips to ease conversations about behavior while building reading skills to meet Common Core Standards. The inside back cover offers post-reading questions and real world connection opportunities. Four theme sets emphasize the abilities and character traits that enable people to work with others, learn effectively, and play important roles in their families and communities..Improve reading skills while encouraging discussions about emotions, social interactions, and diverse relationships..Promote mindfulness and positive behavior through valuable lessons on managing moods and expressing emotions effectively..Empower children to make thoughtful decisions and navigate social interactions with confidence and empathy..This captivating collection of six books is crafted to foster essential social skills in young readers.

A life of crime doesn't pay—and yet thousands of crimes are committed every day across the country. What crimes stand out in history and why? Learn about some of the most bizarre and famous American crimes and how their locations have become a part of the fabric of our country with the Scene of the Crime book, part of the Travel to… book series. This enticing nonfiction book includes before- and after-reading activities, an extension activity, and a map showing where readers have traveled to in the children's book to help engage readers along the way..Fact- and photo-filled text that supports social studies curriculum.For ages 10-15..ISBN: 9781731657312.Includes before- and after-reading activities.Includes a glossary and an activity for home or the classroom.Includes a Travel to ... map that shows readers the places they've traveled to in the book.Scene of the Crime takes readers on an intriguing journey through famous and bizarre American crimes, exploring their historical significance and the locations where they occurred, with engaging text, activities, and a map to enhance learning and reading comprehension.

Based on the real-life daughter of actor Jamie Hector, Chloé asks questions most children wonder about and builds key social-emotional skills as she solves them with her family's help. She learns about various cultures, takes responsibility for her little brother and her cat, figures out how to handle stress in school, and more. This set includes five books plus a skill-building family guide..Age group 6-7 years.Written by Jamie Hector and Alaine Roberson, Published by Scholastic.ISBN: 9781338823219.16 pages and a 4-page family guide written in collaboration with Yale Child Study Center.5 full-color 16-page books; Levels I, J & K..She learns about various cultures, takes responsibility for her little brother and her cat, figures out how to handle stress in school, and more.Introducing Chloé—a curious kid with a lot of heart

Help your middle school or high school child build proficiency in US history and AP US history with the activity-packed Mark Twain Lewis and Clark Expedition History Workbook! American history books are a great way for children to have a thorough understanding of US history through focused lessons and practice. Students learn about history, geography, and social studies topics associated with the Lewis and Clark Expedition with activities that provide research opportunities and promote critical reading, thinking, and writing skills. The 64-page workbook is sized at about 8" x 11"- giving your child plenty of space to complete each exercise. Use the answer key in the back of the social studies workbook to track your child's progress before moving on to new lessons and topics. Designed by leading educators, Mark Twain Publishing Company specializes in providing captivating, supplemental books and resources in a wide range of subjects for middle- and upper-grade homeschool and classroom curriculum success..Social Studies/Lewis and Clark Expedition.Maria Backus/Mark Twain.Ages 10 - 18.Paperback.English.64 pages.9781622238910.Activities provide research opportunities and promote critical reading, thinking, and writing skills.Students will draw conclusions; write opinions; compare and contrast historical events, people, and places; analyze cause and effect; and improve mapping skills.Students will have the opportunity to apply what they learn to their own lives through reflection and creative writing.Great for homeschool or classroom settings.Help your middle school or high school child build proficiency in US history and AP US history with the activity-packed Mark Twain Lewis and Clark Expedition History Workbook!

Life in the United States is always changing. This nonfiction book explores how people's lives have changed over time in the US and how they will continue to change..Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 5-8..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656346.After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes photo glossary and index.This nonfiction book explores how people's lives have changed over time in the United States and how they will continue to evolve, featuring fact-filled text, photos, an after-reading activity, and a photo glossary to support social studies curriculum.

The United States Constitution announced to the world that, in America, all people were created equal. But even then, some people were "more equal" than others. The long struggle to put all Americans on an equal footing has defined the moral character of our nation for two centuries. The Fight for Freedom traces the history of the Civil Rights, Women's Rights, and Gay Rights movements, stopping at key moments along the way to check in on the Great Debates that made Americans think hard about what their country really stands for. Young readers will discover that, although the arguments may have changed, the central question of discrimination is still very much in play. In that way, The Fight for Freedom helps them make connections and experience history in a living, breathing way. Aligns with Common Core Language Arts Anchor Standards for Reading Informational Text and Speaking and Listening. Text contains critical thinking components in regards to social issues and history..The Fight for Freedom traces the history of the Civil Rights, Women's Rights, and Gay Rights movements..For ages 10-14..ISBN: 9781603576079.Young readers will discover that, although the arguments may have changed, the central question of discrimination is still very much in play.Aligns with Common Core Language Arts Anchor Standards for Reading Informational Text and Speaking and Listening.Text contains critical thinking components in regards to social issues and history.."The Fight for Freedom" explores the history of the Civil Rights, Women's Rights, and Gay Rights movements, highlighting key moments and debates that have shaped America's ongoing struggle with equality and discrimination, while helping young readers make connections to social issues and history.

Great Debates is as an information-packed series that stimulates smart discussion with tough questions. Each book in the series aligns with Common Core Language Arts Anchor Standards for Reading Informational Text and Speaking and Listening and contains critical thinking components in regards to social issues and history. The narrative pauses at defining moments and "drops in" on influential Americans battling over two sides of a key issue. Readers learn how arguments are framed, and make eye-opening connections between great debates from the past and the ones that are taking place today. Text strengthens critical thinking skills with open-ended questions concerning social issues and history. Readers are invited to "find their own voice" and get involved if they find they have an interest in the issue. Set of 4 paperback books..Stimulates Critical Thinking – Engages readers with tough questions and invites them to explore both sides of historical issues..For ages: 10-13 years.Set of 4 paperback books..ISBN: 9781684504459.Encourages Active Participation – Promotes readers to "find their own voice" and engage with the issues presented in the text..Aligns with Common Core Standards – Meets Common Core Language Arts Anchor Standards for Reading Informational Text and Speaking & Listening..Explores Social Issues and History – Provides an in-depth look at historical debates, helping readers make connections between past and present discussions..Comprehensive Learning Tools – Includes full-color photographs, primary sources, an index, glossary, and a further information section for deeper understanding..Spirited Historical Discourse – Features influential Americans debating key issues, providing a dynamic way to learn about history..Great Debates takes its name from the spirited discourse that surrounds each historical theme in the series.

Could you eat bugs or turtles if you were lost in the woods and starving? Would you cut off your own hand to save your life? Read real-life stories about adventurers who faced deadly situations and lived to tell about them in Mountains and Wilderness, part of the Escape, Rescue, and Survival book series. This nonfiction book tells the stories of people who were attacked, lost, or injured in the wilderness—and lived to tell about it. After-reading questions, a glossary words defined on the pages they appear, and an extension activity are included in this 32-page children's book to engage readers along the way..Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 9-15..32 pages.ISBN: 9781731657350.After-reading questions and activity help reader further engage with book content.Glossary words defined on the pages where they appear.Includes an index.Mountains and Wilderness shares real-life survival stories of adventurers who faced deadly situations in the wild, featuring vivid accounts of their struggles and triumphs, with after-reading questions, glossary words, and an extension activity to enhance understanding and engagement.

Does failing at something mean it's time to throw in the towel and give up? Part of the Driven to Succeed nonfiction book series, Artists & Entertainers Who Never Gave Up takes a look at the lives of some of the most famous and well-loved creators and entertainers who had to overcome challenges and obstacles to achieve their success..Nonfiction/Social Studies.Chris Schwab/Rourke Educational Media.Grades 4-9.Paperback.English.32 pages.9781731657800.After-reading activities.Post-reading questions.Glossary words defined on the pages they appear.We proudly publish respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!.Learn about creative giants like Peanuts cartoonist Charles Schulz, Grammy Award-winning singer Beyoncé, writer Stephen King, and others who turned obstacles into opportunities.

Oscar de la Renta loved art. He wanted to be a famous fashion designer, but it was a very competitive field where the most successful designers were French or Italian, unlike him. Learn about the fashion designer from the Dominican Republic who turned his dreams into a reality as you dive into Oscar de la Renta’s biography—part of the Leaders Like Us children’s book series..Nonfiction/Social Studies.Annette M. Clayton, Elisa Chavarri/Rourke Educational Media.Grades 1-4.Paperback.English.24 pages.9781731657749.After-reading questions.Extension activity.Time line.We proudly publish respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!.This nonfiction book introduces readers to Oscar de la Renta, a fashion designer from the Dominican Republic who built a fashion empire.

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