The Erie Canal linked the Atlantic coast with the people in the Great Lakes region. This book discusses the history and events that made the Erie Canal possible.
This book discusses the history and purpose of the Mayflower Compact.
This book introduces young readers to the history, people, social structure, beliefs, and daily lives of the ancient Phoenicians
This book introduces young readers to the history, people, social structure, beliefs, and daily lives of the ancient Israelites.
This book introduces young readers to the history, people, social structure, beliefs, and daily lives of the ancient Mesopotamians.
This book introduces young readers to the history, people, social structure, beliefs, and daily lives of the ancient Persians.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of the southeast woodlands.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of California.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of the southwest.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of the northwest and subarctic.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of the plains and prairies.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of the plateau.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of the Great Basin.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of the northeast woodlands.
Historical and anecdotal information about selected major historic monuments and sites in each of the fifty states.
Does a doll cemetery or a gum wall sound like a good vacation destination? Read all about these and other places that will gross you out!
Would you eat a spider or maggot cheese? Learn about these and other disgusting foods people around the world eat every day.
Help children understand the concept of diversity—that all people are unique in their own way. These crafts and activities encourage children to discuss, cooperate, respect, and learn about the importance of celebrating diversity. No patterns are needed to complete these simple masterpieces. Detailed materials list, step-by-step directions, and photographs of each finished craft will help kids, parents, and teachers complete each one.
Luca, his mom, and his dog Lucky swim and play during a fun-filled day at the beach. Luca's first sandcastle gets knocked down, but can he build one that's even better? After Reading Quiz. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Look up in the sky! It's kites flying high! Luca and Lucky celebrate Caribbean culture as they fly their kite for all to see! After Reading Quiz. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Young readers travel to Japan to learn about the Bon festival in this title. The celebration's history and practices are explored in easy-to-understand text and bright, colorful photos. Important Japanese customs including music and dance round out the festival's overview. All information is supported by QR codes throughout the book. Aligned to Common Core standards; correlated to state standards.
In this title, readers learn how to survive on the ocean through the real-life experiences of those who survived. In addition to how to avoid the sun, find food and fresh water, make a shelter, and signal for help, this title examines the conditions, plants and animals, and dangers of the ocean. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
In this title, readers learn how to survive in the rainforest through the real-life experiences of those who survived. In addition to how to find food and water, make a shelter, and signal for help, this title examines the conditions, plants and animals, and dangers of the rainforest. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
In this title, readers learn how to survive in the mountains through the real-life experiences of those who survived. In addition to how to stay warm, find food and water, make a shelter, and signal for help, this title examines the climate, plants and animals, and dangers of the mountains. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
This title introduces readers to the amazing paths a career in STEM has to offer where the underground is their office! The fields of seismologist, volcanologist, geothermal engineer, paleontologist, and speleologist are examined, as are the STEM techniques and technologies that are used in them. A fun STEM-related activity is included. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.