How Do Governments Spend Money?
Teach students how the U.S. government raises and spends money! This interesting Grade 4 nonfiction reader details how each level of government uses money. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other features."
Item Number:123974
ISBN:9781087615448
Media Matters
Help students learn to decipher what news is real and what's fake! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader explores how to determine if information is true or not. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other features."
Item Number:123975
ISBN:9781087615455
Presidential Elections
Teach students how Americans elect a president! This Grade 5 nonfiction reader covers U.S. presidential campaigns and voting rights. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other key features."
Item Number:122986
ISBN:9781087607160
Changing the Constitution
Learn how to amend the U.S. Constitution! This Grade 5 nonfiction reader explains the amendment process and summarizes each of the 27 amendments. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other helpful features."
Item Number:123976
ISBN:9781087615462
Talking About Civics
Teach students how to have constructive conversations! This powerful Grade 5 nonfiction reader shows students how to talk productively about civics issues. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and more features."
Item Number:123977
ISBN:9781087615479
Leaders in Congress
Meet the leaders of the U.S. Congress! This Grade 5 nonfiction reader explains the roles and responsibilities of Congressional leaders. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other exciting features."
Item Number:123978
ISBN:9781087615486
Sandra Day O'Connor: Paving the Way
Introduce students to the first female Supreme Court Justice! This engaging Grade 5 nonfiction reader describes the life of Sandra Day O'Connor. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other meaningful features."
Item Number:123979
ISBN:9781087615493
U.S. Immigration Today
Explore immigration in the United States! This relevant Grade 5 nonfiction reader helps students understand the U.S. immigration process. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other meaningful features."
Item Number:123980
ISBN:9781087615509
Making a Global Impact
Dive into the never-ending quest for human rights! This meaningful Grade 5 nonfiction reader explains the basic rights people have when they are born. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other useful features."
Item Number:123981
ISBN:9781087615516
Brown v. Board of Education: The Road to a Landmark Decision
Explore the landmark Supreme Court Case that ended legal segregation! This powerful Grade 5 nonfiction reader describes Brown v. Board of Education. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other features."
Item Number:123982
ISBN:9781087615523
Money Then and Now
Dive into the history of money! This engaging Grade 5 nonfiction reader describes how money has evolved over time. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other meaningful features."
Item Number:123983
ISBN:9781087615530
Our Rights Online
Teach students to be active and responsible digital citizens! This relevant Grade 5 nonfiction reader explains how to safely navigate the digital world. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other key features."
Item Number:123984
ISBN:9781087615547
Thank You, Night
Thank You, Night follows a young boy who feels squeezed" and anxious, until he hears the soft sounds of nature at his bedroom window. Called by the brushing of leaves and the tapping of branches, he ventures outdoors and immediately feels his body begin to relax. Guided by Papa, the boy takes an evening walk through nature. The two simply notice what they feel, hear, and smell-and even what they think. This book helps children ages 4-9 gain the skills to cope with anxiety and regain balance as they interact with the world around them."
Item Number:145527
ISBN:9798885546737
Thank You, Rain
When life doesn't go our way, it's time to practice gratitude and find our own inner harmony.Thank You, Rain follows a young girl who feels gloomy on a rainy day, until she and her brother hear the welcome sound of Dad returning home. With Dad's encouragement they all venture outdoors, despite the rain. The trio pauses to watch and listen to the raindrops, dance through puddles, and sing along to the rain's rhythm. They have so much fun, they can't wait to explore nature again-rain or shine. This book helps children ages 4-9 gain the skills to cope with disappointment and maintain a positive outlook.
Item Number:145528
ISBN:9798885544870
A Den for Bei Bei
Bei Bei is a giant panda who lives at the National Zoo. What things are needed in his enclosure to keep him healthy and happy? Introduce kindergarten students to STEAM concepts through real-world examples and a STEAM activity.
Item Number:28846
ISBN:9781493866311
Lighting the Night
Learn about types of lighting from the past and present and introduce kindergarten students to STEAM topics with this STEAM reader. This title features a simple STEAM activity that takes students through the steps of the engineering design process.
Item Number:28850
ISBN:9781493866359
Making Shade
Introduce kindergarten students to early science and STEAM topics through real-world examples. This STEAM reader features a simple, hands-on STEAM activity that takes students through the steps of the engineering design process.
Item Number:28859
ISBN:9781493866441
Learning about Sharks
Learn about sharks and how scientists study them! Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this STEAM reader introduces kindergarten students to STEAM concepts through real-world examples and a hands-on STEAM activity.
Item Number:28847
ISBN:9781493866328
Building a Beaver Lodge
Learn about the many steps that are involved with building a beaver lodge with this fun STEAM reader. Introduce kindergarten students to STEAM concepts through real-world examples and a hands-on STEAM activity.
Item Number:28848
ISBN:9781493866335
Taking Food To Go
Getting food to go is easy and convenient. But it's not always good for the planet. Introduce kindergarten students to the importance of recycling through real-world examples and a hands-on STEAM activity.
Item Number:28849
ISBN:9781493866342
Staying Afloat
Introduce kindergarten students to the concept of buoyancy and STEAM topics through real-world examples. This STEAM reader features a simple, hands-on STEAM activity that takes students through the steps of the engineering design process.
Item Number:28851
ISBN:9781493866366
Making Crayons
Learn how crayons are made and introduce kindergarten students to STEAM topics with this fun STEAM reader! This title features a simple, hands-on STEAM activity that takes students through the steps of the engineering design process.
Item Number:28852
ISBN:9781493866373
What Toys Can Do
Toys are designed to do different things. Learn how a toy's design affects its function and introduce kindergarten students to STEAM concepts through real-world examples and a hands-on STEAM activity.
Item Number:28853
ISBN:9781493866380
Folding Paper
Learn about the many ways there are to fold paper with this fun STEAM reader created in collaboration with Smithsonian. Introduce kindergarten students to STEAM concepts through real-world examples and a hands-on STEAM activity.
Item Number:28854
ISBN:9781493866397