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The Old Fort at St. Augustine

Keli Sipperley (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634301008

This book provides facts about Castillo de San Marcos National Monument at St. Augustine, Florida, and discusses its history and construction.

The Freedom Trail

Joanne Mattern (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634301046

Although other cities have historical sites, Boston has organized a special way to see its famous places. In Boston, you can see most of the famous sites by walking a special path called the Freedom Trail.

Angel Island

Tom Greve (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634301039

The west coast welcomed thousands of immigrants from Asia who carried with them hopes and dreams of a bright future. Many stayed on the island for weeks or months before moving into California. Why did they have to stay so long? What made them want to come to the United States? Immigrants coming to Angel Island had to have patience as they underwent humiliation and questioning. Learn about the history of Angel Island and the immigrants that passed through by examining photographs, maps, and informational sidebars.

Fort Sumter

Joanne Mattern (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634301053

This book explains the construction and significance of Fort Sumter, a national monument and symbol of the Civil War.

Writing an Informational Essay

Precious McKenzie (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627179294

Essays are a big part of schoolwork. They can be found in newspapers, books, and magazines. There are several types of essays but when you write to give information and facts about a specific topic, its writing an informational essay. This book will give you all the tips on staying organized, how to perform your research, and explain the topic or process clearly for your readers. Tips on sequencing, cause and effect, and comparing and contrasting are given to ensure your next informational essay is a winner! This book will allow students to refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from the text.

Writing a Research Paper

Colleen Hord (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627179317

There are certain steps you can take when writing a research paper that will make the finished product a lot easier! Many people, such as scientists and business people use research skills to make products better or more useful, and to teach others how to do their jobs more efficiently and effectively. Picking a topic, gathering and organizing your information, and putting it all together are discussed in this title. By following these steps, you are guaranteed to get an A on your next research paper! This book allows students to determine the main idea of a text and explain how it is supported by key details; summarize the text.

Writing an Opinion Paper

Meg Greve (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627179300

Writing an opinion paper isn't writing about factual information, but writing about what your opinion on a topic is. The challenge is to appeal to other peoples feelings and emotions, while leaving yours out. This type of paper can be more challenging than you think. Organizing your thoughts, writing a list of reasons that support your opinion, and which reasons can be proven with facts and which are simply how you feel. Learn how to frame your paragraphs, formatting, and transition words that help you make your opinion clear and persuasive! This book will allow students to ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers.

Search and Rescue Animals

Precious McKenzie (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634301237

Readers will learn how search and rescue animals are used around the world in many dangerous situations.

Science Projects

Meg Greve (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627179270

Have you ever been assigned a science project at school? It can be a little overwhelming. But, if you follow a few simple guidelines, it will make it an enjoyable experience. Think about something you wonder about. That is a good start. After picking your topic, conduct research by using the Internet or library, talk to experts about the topic you've chosen, form a hypothesis, test it and write down your observations, and form a conclusion based on them. Record all your information and present your prize-winning project to your class! This book will allow students to explain events, procedures, ideas, or concepts in a historical, scientific, or technical text, including what happened and why, based on specific information in the text.

Rescue and Shelter Dogs

Alex Summers (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634301206

Readers will learn how adopting a dog from a rescue or shelter helps save the life of an unwanted, abandoned, or neglected animal.

Studying and Test Taking

Nina Simone Mosley (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627179256

Studying for a test can be a daunting task. Some people wait until the last minute while others are organized and prepared when the time comes. Good study habits are all about paying attention in class, taking good notes, finding a quiet place where you can concentrate, and planning ahead! Learn how to reduce anxiety before a test by following a few simple rules that will help you to ace your next big test. This book will allow students to determine the main idea of a text and explain how it is supported by key details; summarize the text.

Taking Notes and Close Reading

Meg Greve (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627179263

Want to be more successful in school? This book will help you achieve this by using two important strategies that can help you understand what you are learning: note taking and close reading. With simple steps on how to stay organized for that upcoming quiz or project, readers will be able to tackle new ideas or challenging topics. This book is filled with great ideas on how to use these two strategies to ensure you ace your next test! This book will allow students to determine the main idea of a text and explain how it is supported by key details; summarize the text.

Library Skills and Internet Research

Precious McKenzie (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627179249

What is one of the first things you think of when your teacher assigns a big project? Its probably how you will gather all the information you need to get a good grade! The first two places to look are the library and the Internet. This book teaches you how to organize your ideas, where to begin your research in the library by using the cataloging system, to library etiquette, and finally how to use the Internet in a safe, effective way that will give you the fastest, best resources for you assignment. This book will allow students to determine the main idea of a text; recount the key details and explain how they support the main idea.

Group Projects

Precious McKenzie (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627179287

When it comes to a group project, the key word is teamwork! When each member of your team is assigned a different job, it allows you to learn from others and develop skills that will benefit you in the working world. Working with others can be challenging and fun, and it can teach you how to address and resolve conflicts that may come up during your project. Make sure your next group project is a success with all the tools you will need! This book will allow students to determine two or more main ideas of a text and explain how they are supported by key details; summarize the text.

People Who Care for Animals

Precious McKenzie (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634301251

Readers will learn about the people who make sure all animals have the required nutrition and exercise needed to maintain a healthy existence, and people who raise and take care of animals that have been abandoned, neglected, or abused.

Animal Sanctuaries

Kelli Hicks (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634301220

Readers will learn how animals are reintroduced into their natural-world setting that they might have never known.

Companion and Therapy Animals

Kelli Hicks (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634301244

Readers will learn how these animals are trained with the skills needed to save lives and maintain the safety of their human companions.

Rescue and Shelter Cats

Alex Summers (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634301213

Readers will learn how adopting a cat from a rescue or shelter helps save the life of an unwanted, abandoned, or neglected animal.

Sport Bike Racing

Lee-Anne Spalding (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604723748

Describes sport bike races. Provides information about the history of the sport, characteristics of the bikes, important events, and famous riders.

Paintball

Joanne Mattern

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604723977

Paintball, a wild activity, is highlighted along with who enjoys playing it, rules that are followed, and safety equipment that must be worn.

Off Road Racing

Lee-Anne Spalding (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604723762

Describes off-road racing. The reader learns about the history of the sport, characteristics of the vehicles, important events, and famous drivers.

Monster Truck Racing

Lee-Anne Spalding (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 1604728108

Monster truck rallies are described and explained in this book. Readers learn how the trucks are made, who makes them, and why people love this sport.

Labradoodles

Lynn M. Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 1604723637

A new and popular breed, the Labradoodle is introduced. Facts such as where it comes from, how big it can get, what its strengths are, and the care it requires are included.

Maltese

Lynn M. Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604723656

Introduces the sophisticated Maltese. Readers learn about where it came from, who likes to have them as pets, and how to care for them.

Kiteboarding

Joanne Mattern (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604723960

Describes kiteboarding and where it is done. Includes information on equipment, technique, and safety rules.