Remembering Our Heroes: Veterans Day
As Americans, we have much to be thankful for. Many brave men and women serve in the armed forces. They uphold our values and protect our borders. On Veterans Day, we take time to thank these people.
Item Number:18363
ISBN:9781433373633
American Culture
American culture is all around us. The food we eat, the clothes we wear, and even the music that we listen to shows our unique culture. It is important that we celebrate the mosaic of American culture.
Item Number:18360
ISBN:9781433373602
Cultures Around the World
There are many countries in our world, and they each have a unique way of life. When we explore different cultures, we learn about the people of the world. Although we may be different, we also have much in common. We are all part of one world.
Item Number:18361
ISBN:9781433373619
The U.S. Constitution and You
America has the oldest working constitution in the world! It tells our leaders how to run the country, and it ensures that Americans have rights. Our nation's founders wrote the U.S. Constitution over 200 years ago, and we still follow it today!
Item Number:18364
ISBN:9781433373640
Our Government: The Three Branches
Once America was free from Great Britain, it needed to decide how to run the new country. The nation's founders split the government into three branches. This ensured that no one person would have too much power. This system keeps us free!
Item Number:18365
ISBN:9781433373657
We the People: Civic Values in America
Today, Americans embrace one another's differences. But it was not always this way. In the past, people had to struggle against slavery and unfair leaders. Americans believe in equality and responsibility. These are our civic values.
Item Number:18366
ISBN:9781433373664
Our Ever-Changing Environment
The Earth is constantly changing. Earthquakes shake the ground. Volcanoes create new land. Water and wind erode rocks. These natural things are changing the face of our planet.
Item Number:18369
ISBN:9781433373695
Capital Resources and the Economy
Capital resources are used every day! These are tools that make it easier for us to do things. They are a part of our economy. The economy helps us get the things that we want and need.
Item Number:18372
ISBN:9781433373725
Our Natural Resources
We need natural resources to survive. Natural resources are things that nature gives us. But we need to be careful that we do not use too many of Earth's resources. We need to take care of Earth because it takes care of us!
Item Number:18373
ISBN:9781433373732
Amazing Americans: Thurgood Marshall
Thurgood Marshall was an incredible man. He believed that separate but equal" was not fair. He became a justice for the Supreme Court and helped change unfair laws for African Americans. He is known as "Mr. Civil Rights"."
Item Number:18374
ISBN:9781433373749
Amazing Americans: Rosa Parks
Rosa Parks was an amazing woman. She stood up for herself and her beliefs. One day, Parks refused to give up her seat to a white man on a bus. Her actions helped spark the civil rights movement. Today, Americans have more freedom because of her actions.
Item Number:18375
ISBN:9781433373756
Geographic Features
Learn about the unique landforms, climates, regions, and resources that make up the United States! This primary source reader teaches third grade students about important geography concepts and builds literacy skills.
Item Number:29635
ISBN:9781425825195
How Many Toys?
How many toys do you have? Have you ever taken the time to count all of your toys? Introduce young readers to counting and cardinality by having them count the different toys displayed throughout the pages of this book.
Item Number:24062
ISBN:9781493820627
Workers Who Take Care of Me
Featuring simple phrases, vibrant photographs, and more, this nonfiction book helps students become familiar with the many people that help keep us safe and healthy.
Item Number:24147
ISBN:9781493821471
Good for Me: Healthy Food
Your body needs good food in order to stay healthy and strong. Which healthy foods do you eat? With a focus on nourishment, this nonfiction book aligns to Next Generation Science Standards and encourages children to make healthy food choices.
Item Number:24151
ISBN:9781493821518
Pushes and Pulls
Vividly discover what happens when you push and pull an object! Whether you're pulling a rope in a game of tug-of-war or pushing through the motions of riding a bike, you push and pull throughout the day for many different reasons!
Item Number:24052
ISBN:9781493820528
What the Sun Can Do
What causes snow to melt? What is a vital part of all living things growth and development? The sun, of course! Through engaging photographs, beginning readers will be able to create a story of their own about what the sun does in this wordless book.
Item Number:24053
ISBN:9781493820535
Changing Weather
Weather changes from day to day. Through vibrant photographs, this wordless book depicts the many ways in which weather changes.
Item Number:24054
ISBN:9781493820542
Grand Old Flag
The American flag represents a symbol of freedom in American culture. The flag should never touch the ground and should be handled respectfully. This wordless book shows the construction of the flag to its use.
Item Number:24055
ISBN:9781493820559
America's Eagle
The bald eagle is America's national bird and represents freedom and strength. This wordless book beautifully shows how a bald eagle hatches from an egg and grows into an amazing, powerful bird.
Item Number:24056
ISBN:9781493820566
Mountain of Presidents
A representation of American history and expansion, Mount Rushmore honors four great American presidents. Engaging photographs will help early learners create a vivid storyline of this symbolic landmark from conception to completion.
Item Number:24057
ISBN:9781493820573
Always Growing: Hair
Is your hair long? Is your hair short? Have you ever cut your hair? Vivid photographs throughout this book show long hair that has grown for a long time compared to hair that has been cut.
Item Number:24058
ISBN:9781493820580
Always Growing: Fruit
Featuring vibrant photographs that show the growth process of fruit, this book will engage students and encourage them to describe what is happening in each picture.
Item Number:24059
ISBN:9781493820597
Always Growing: Skin
We cannot always see when our skin sheds, but it happens all the time. Featuring vivid photographs, this engaging book will encourage children to use oral language skills as they interpret each photo and describe what they are seeing.
Item Number:24060
ISBN:9781493820603