How did the universe work? How did the human mind learn? What kind of government was best? These are some of the questions that people asked during the Age of Ideas, or the Enlightenment. Readers will learn about some of the most important aspects, ideas, and people of this time, including John Locke, David Hume, Voltaire, Copernicus, and Romanticism. Through intriguing facts and engaging sidebars, readers will also discover the incredible outcomes of the Scientific Revolution and how scientists like Galileo, Isaac Newton, and Johannes Kepler changed the way people see the world! The colorful images and supportive text work together to help readers understand the major impact the French Revolution had on the French people, as well as the influence it had on the American Revolution. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this title and a lesson plan.
Community Heroes
Grade: K-1
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Teach students what it means to be a hero in everyday life! This nonfiction reader will excite students as it explores the responsibilities of local heroes. Includes colorful images, a fiction piece related to the topic, and an extension activity.
Meet and Greet
Grade: K-1
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Show students how to greet others politely! This nonfiction reader demonstrates greetings and farewell gestures, from saying "hello" to giving high fives. Includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, an extension activity, and other features.
We Can Vote
Grade: K-1
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Teach young students how to be informed voters! This nonfiction reader describes how people can make wise decisions about whom to vote for. Includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, an extension activity, and more useful features.
Presidents
Grade: K-1
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Teach students what it means to be president of the United States! This nonfiction reader explores the various responsibilities of the president. Includes relevant images, a related fiction story, an extension activity, and other exciting features.
Clara Barton: Teacher, Nurse, Leader
Grade: K-1
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Clara Barton, the founder of the American Red Cross, is a heroic figure in U.S. history. Show students how she helped others with this nonfiction reader, which includes historical images, a related fiction piece, an extension activity, and other features.
The Flag
Grade: K-1
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Help students discover what the American flag means to them! This nonfiction reader explores what the flag represents and why it's respected. Includes thought-provoking questions, colorful images, an extension activity, a related fiction piece, and more.
Good People Everywhere
Grade: K-1
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Teach students that everyone has the power to show kindness toward others with this nonfiction reader! Includes real-world examples, a short fiction piece related to the topic, discussion questions, an extension activity, and more great features.
I Pledge Allegiance
Grade: K-1
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Explore the meaning behind the pledge of allegiance! This nonfiction reader analyzes the pledge line by line to help students memorize and understand it. Includes a related fiction piece, discussion questions, an extension activity, and other features.
Dollars and Cents
Grade: K-1
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Teach young students all about money with this relevant nonfiction reader! This book details the various U.S. coins and bills in an easy-to-follow way. Includes simple text, a related fiction piece, an extension activity, and more beneficial features.
Signs All Around Us
Grade: K-1
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Explore signs students encounter in everyday life! This fun nonfiction reader gives examples of relevant signs and explains their meanings. Includes a fiction piece related to the topic, an extension activity, vibrant images, and other helpful features.
Every Dollar Makes a Difference
Grade: 2-3
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Show students why fundraising is important and how individuals can organize together to make a difference! This nonfiction reader includes a related fiction story, glossary, activity, and other useful features that will demonstrate why donating matters.
Solving Problems Together
Grade: 2-3
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In this nonfiction reader, students will learn how individuals can come together to find solutions to important problems. With a related fiction story, project, and other key features, this book explains the importance of collaborative problem-solving.
Your Vote, Your Voice
Grade: 2-3
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Students are the voters of tomorrow! Teach them about key voting issues and how the election process works with this nonfiction reader. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, glossary, interactive activity, and other useful features.
Leaders in the Community
Grade: 2-3
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Mayors, coaches, and principals are just some of the essential community leaders students will learn about in this nonfiction reader! With a related fiction story, project, and more features, this book explores what it means to be a good community leader.
Dwight D. Eisenhower: American Leader
Grade: 2-3
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Encourage students be leaders by exploring the legacy of Dwight D. Eisenhower! This nonfiction reader details how the 34th president inspired others, from his time in the army to the White House. Includes a fiction story, activity, and more features.
Changing Our Community
Grade: 2-3
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Show students how streets are fixed and new schools are built! This nonfiction reader explores the processes that lead to change in communities and how individuals can get involved. Includes a related fiction story, activity, and other exciting features.
Every Drop Counts
Grade: 2-3
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Teach students about the world's freshwater shortage in a relevant and engaging way! This nonfiction reader explains the many ways individuals are working to protect Earth's fresh water. Includes a related fiction story, project, and other key features.
O Say Can You See
Grade: 2-3
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Explore the story behind America's national anthem! This nonfiction reader explains the history of "The Star-Spangled Banner" and the meaning behind its famous words. Includes a related fiction story, glossary, extension activity and more.
Follow That Dollar
Grade: 2-3
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Every dollar has a story to tell! This nonfiction reader follows a dollar through the economy while explaining key economic concepts and terms. Includes a related fiction story, glossary, extension activity, and other exciting features.
See Something, Say Something
Grade: 2-3
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Teach students to speak up when they see something wrong or dangerous! This nonfiction reader will encourage students to stand up for what's right and protect their peers. Includes a related fiction story, extension activity, glossary, and other features.
Will You Sign My Petition?
Grade: 3-4
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With the power of petition at their fingertips, Americans have the ability to make a difference. This nonfiction book explains the purpose of petitions and how they can be used to create change. Includes a related fiction piece, glossary, and other tools.
Creativity in Communities
Grade: 3-4
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In this nonfiction book, students will learn how creativity and volunteerism go together. With a related fiction story, glossary, and other features, this book shows students how communities across the United States creatively solve problems.
What Is an Election?
Grade: 3-4
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Teach students about the process of electing government leaders! This nonfiction book's vibrant images, fiction story related to the topic, helpful index, and other key features will help explain elections and civic duties in an easy-to-follow way.
American Indian Leaders Today
Grade: 3-4
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American Indian tradition is an important part of American culture! In this nonfiction book, students will learn about American Indian changemakers and their interactions with government. Includes a related fiction piece, glossary, and other key features.
Civic Duty: Working Together
Grade: 3-4
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Show students that small actions can make a big difference! This nonfiction book explains why civic duties are important and gives examples of American heroes. Includes a glossary, a related short fiction story, and more exciting features.
Clean Air to Share
Grade: 3-4
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Teach students 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. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a glossary, and a "Civics in Action" activity.
The Preamble: The Spirit of America
Grade: 3-4
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Teach students the history behind the phrase "We the people" with this nonfiction book! Students can examine the Preamble to the Constitution in a fun and meaningful way. Includes a fiction story related to the topic and other key features.
Everyone Pays Taxes
Grade: 3-4
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Help students understand how taxes work, the different types of taxes, and why taxes exist! This nonfiction reader includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, exciting images and text features, and a meaningful "Civics in Action" activity.
What Is Media?
Grade: 3-4
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Connect media to students' daily lives! With this nonfiction book, students can learn to tell fact from opinion when examining media in all its forms. Includes key text features, a related short fiction piece, and a meaningful "Civics in Action" activity.
Volunteers to the Rescue
Grade: 1-2
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Show students how they can help others in their communities! This nonfiction reader explores how volunteers make a difference and encourages students to give back. Includes an extension activity, a related fiction piece, discussion questions, and more.
