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The Right Environment

Debra J. Housel (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781480750852

Home sweet home. Organisms must live in the right habitat to survive. And when their needs are met, the right environment enables plants and animals to thrive. From the desert to the tundra, learn about food webs, animal niches, climates, and other features of various biomes and their ecosystems in this life science e-book. The colorful images and fun facts in this high-interest informational text will get third-grade students excited about exploring different types of biomes and the living and nonliving elements of the ecosystems found within them. Featuring a hands-on “Think Like a Scientist” lab activity that is aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards, this e-book helps students apply what they've learned in the text and supports STEM instruction. Helpful diagrams and text features, such as a glossary and index, are also included to improve content-area literacy.

The Nature of Matter

Debra J. Housel (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781480750708

Everything is made of matter! Learn all about matter of solids, liquids, and gasses in this informative science reader. Vibrant images pair with easy-to-read text to keep students engaged from cover to cover. This reader also includes instructions for an engaging science activity where students can observe states of matter. A helpful glossary and index are also included for additional support.

Science Detectives

Dona Herweck Rice (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781480750647

Like detectives, scientists find clues by making observations, recording their findings, and testing their hypotheses to solve a case. This dynamic science e-book will help first-grade students learn all about the history of scientists and the process and tools scientists use to make discoveries! With a hands-on “Let's Do Science” lab activity that is aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards, this is a perfect tool to develop students' scientific practices and support STEM Education. Including a glossary and index, the helpful text features in this easy-to-read informational text support the development of content-area literacy while vibrant images keep readers engaged from cover to cover.

The Seasons

William Rice (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781480750593

Learn all about the seasons in this engaging science reader! The seasons go in a cycle each year from winter to spring to summer to autumn. The cycle always continues! Vibrant images pair with easy-to-read text to keep students engaged from cover to cover. This reader also includes instructions for an engaging science activity and practice problems to further students' understanding of the seasons in a creative way. A helpful glossary and index are also included for additional support.

All in the Family

Dona Herweck Rice (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781480750531

Learn all about traits and how they make you who you are! Discover how shared traits make offspring look like their parents. While members of the same species may look alike because of their common traits, they have unique traits so that each one is slightly different from the rest. The colorful images and easy-to-read text in this science reader will keep students engaged from cover to cover. This reader also includes instructions for an engaging science activity and practice problems to further students' understanding of traits. A helpful glossary and index are also included for additional support.

Growth and Change

Dona Herweck Rice (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781480750524

Follow along and see how different kinds of baby animals grow and change! All animals start as babies. Even though they all look very different, they all have the same basic needs to grow up. Learn about baby penguins, kittens, blue whales, pandas, frogs, snakes, and more! The colorful images of adorable baby animals and easy-to-read text in this science reader will keep students engaged from cover to cover. This reader also includes instructions for an engaging science activity and practice problems to further students' understanding. A helpful glossary and index are also included for additional support.

Raising Babies: What Animal Parents Do

Dona Herweck Rice (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781480750517

Learn how animal parents raise their babies! These parents protect, play with, and teach their young so that their babies can grow big and strong. Animal parents feed and bathe their babies and keep them safe. The charming images of animal families and easy-to-read text in this science reader will keep students engaged from cover to cover. This reader also includes instructions for an engaging science activity and practice problems to further students' understanding. A helpful glossary and index are also included for additional support.

Inside a Plant

Christina Hill (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781480750500

Plants need many things to stay alive, including food, sun, air, and water. Plants must get these important things in order to continue to go through a life cycle. Learn all about various habitats and the way that plants have adapted to survive in them. The vibrant images and easy-to-read text in this science reader will keep students engaged from cover to cover. This reader also includes instructions for an engaging science activity and practice problems to further students' understanding. A helpful glossary and index are also included for additional support.

What Makes a Plant?

Christina Hill (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781480750494

What makes a plant? Find out in this vibrant science reader! Plants are living things that go through a life cycle. Learn all about this cycle and what plants need to live and grow. Transforming from tiny seeds to beautiful flowers and gigantic trees, plants have a remarkable life cycle! The vibrant images and easy-to-read text in this science reader will keep students engaged from cover to cover. This reader also includes instructions for an engaging science activity and practice problems to further students' understanding. A helpful glossary and index are also included for additional support.

Our Earth

Kenneth Walsh (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433399961

Explore the history and physical details of our planet--including the atmospheric layers, the plates underground, and the solar system--in this engaging nonfiction reader that introduces early elementary readers to scientific ideas and concepts. Featuring bright images, supportive charts and diagrams, and lively text, children will be intrigued from cover to cover!

Step into the Rainforest

Howard Rice (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433399954

Using helpful maps, charts, and intriguing facts in conjunction with vibrant images and informational text, this fact-filled nonfiction title allows early elementary readers to explore the lush rainforests of the world. Readers will learn make their way from the forest floor to the understory, all the way to the canopy!

Step into the Desert

Howard Rice (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433399947

Using helpful charts, graphs, informational text in conjunction with vivid images and intriguing facts, this fun and engaging title allows early elementary readers to explore the ecosystem, plants, and animals of the deserts around the world.

Lyndon B. Johnson: A Texan in the White House

Harriet Isecke (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433383960

Lyndon B. Johnson was born in Texas in the early 1900s. This appealing biography highlights Johnson's life as he represented Texas in the United States Congress for 24 years and became the 36th President of the United States. Through engaging images, intriguing sidebars and facts, easy-to-read text, and a supportive glossary and index, readers will learn interesting topics such as the Higher Education Act, Voting Rights Act, Minority Whip, and the Vietnam War.

Lizzie Johnson: Texan Cowgirl

Heather Schwartz (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433383953

Through hard work and determination, Lizzie Johnson built one of the largest cattle herds in the country, earning her the nickname "Cattle Queen of Texas." This interesting and inspiring biography highlights the life of Lizzie as she made her way to being one of the most famous cattle ranchers of her time. Through the appealing images and fascinating facts, readers will learn about Lizzie's journey across the Chisholm Trail and how she used brush popping to help grow her large cattle herd.

Famous Immigrants

Debra J. Housel (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433390678

Many talented and skilled immigrants came to America from various places in the world and brought with them their own cultures and traditions to enrich the American way of life. In this inspirational title, readers learn about some of the most famous lives and accomplishments of immigrants such as Canada's Elijah McCoy, Russia's Irving Berlin, Father Edward Flanagan, and Chinese architect I. M. Pei. The fascinating sidebars, vivid scrapbook layout, and lively images work in conjunction with the easy-to-read text, helpful index and table of contents, and accessible glossary to give readers an enlightening and enjoyable experience as they move through from cover to cover.

Money and Trade in Our World

Shelly Buchanan (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388729

People all over the world trade and buy from each other! This nonfiction book will teach young readers the various services and goods that countries around the world provide. Readers will also be exposed to the different forms of money, such as yen and pesos, and the difference between wants and needs. Colorful images, supporting text, a glossary, table of contents, and index all work together to help readers better understand the content and be fully engaged from cover to cover.

I'll Lead the Way!

Joanne Mattern (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388668

Readers will learn what it takes to be a good leader in this interesting nonfiction book. Featuring vivid images, supportive text, and a helpful table of contents, glossary, and index, children will be eager to learn about and practice being a good leader!

You Can Count on Me!

Joanne Mattern (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388651

People count on good citizens to make America a great country. In this inspiring nonfiction book, readers will learn what they can do to be good citizens, what leaders do to help citizens, and what rules good citizens follow. The appealing images, supportive text, and helpful table of contents, glossary, and index work together to keep readers informed and engaged from cover to cover.

You and the U.S. Government

Jennifer Overend Prior (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388637

This informative book teaches early readers about the important impact the government has on our lives. Readers will learn about taxes, the three branches of government, voting, and more through bright images and supportive text. A table of contents, glossary, and index are included to aid in helping readers better understand the content.

A Family's Story

Jeanne Dustman (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388620

Readers can follow along as they read about a woman and her family. This nonfiction book features numerous photographs of her family, interesting text, and a helpful table of contents, glossary, and index. Children will be encouraged to tell a story about their own family as they move through this charming book.

Washington's Birthday

Kelly Rodgers (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388606

Early readers will gain insight and understand why we celebrate George Washington's inspiring life and incredible accomplishments in this appealing nonfiction title. With captivating images, supportive text, and an accessible table of contents, glossary, and index, readers will be engaged from cover to cover!

Declaring Our Independence

Kelly Rodgers (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388590

Readers will learn the history behind the Declaration of Independence and what makes it such an important document in American history. This engaging title features colorful images, informative text, and interesting facts. Featuring a table of contents, glossary, and index, this book has all the tools readers will need to learn about American independence!

Amazing Americans: Pocahontas

Sharon Coan (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388408

This fascinating early biography will give readers the opportunity to learn about Pocahantas's incredible life through brilliant images, informative text, and a helpful glossary and index. Children will be inspired by her amazing life and will be encouraged to find someone they think is amazing!

We Work at School

Sharon Coan (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388385

What kinds of jobs are there to do at school? Early readers will learn a few of them as they move through this delightful title that uses informational text, vivid images, and a helpful glossary and index to engage and encourage them to share what jobs they do at school!

We Go to School

Sharon Coan (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388262

School has always been an important part of children's lives! In this engaging nonfiction title that includes a glossary and index, early readers are encouraged to use the detailed images and simple text to observe and discuss the similarities and differences between school in the past and school in the present.