Explore the lives of Native Americans past and present.
Explore the lives of Native Americans past and present.
Explore the lives of Native Americans past and present.
Explore the lives of Native Americans past and present.
Explore the lives of Native Americans past and present.
Explore the lives of Native Americans past and present.
Explore the lives of Native Americans past and present.
Explore the lives of Native Americans past and present.
Explore the lives of Native American past and present.
Explore the lives of Native Americans past and present.
Being able to get around easily provides people with a sense freedom and independence. But navigating public and private transportation systems can be a challenge. From taking the bus to walking to planning an efficient commute, learn how to get around your community safely and smoothly.
Taking on more responsibilities at home or moving into your own place can be both thrilling and intimidating. You may be handling grocery shopping, cooking, laundry, and house cleaning by yourself for the first time. Mastering a few basic skills will make these tasks easy and manageable. Then you’ll have time to focus on something more fun—decorating your new place and making it your home.
Driving a car is exciting, but it comes with great responsibility. There are many rules to learn and follow so you can stay safe out on the road. Buying a car is another big step, as is learning how to repair and maintain your vehicle. Understanding the basics will help you become a smart and safe driver in no time.
There’s more to finding a job than simply applying. First, figure out what you’d like to do for a living. Think ahead and set career goals. Understand what training and education you’ll need to reach your dream. Then begin your job search, looking for work that aligns with your goals. Grab potential employers’ interest with a polished cover letter and resume, then impress them further in an interview. You’ll be ready for the workplace in no time.
This book is actually two books in one, with a nonfiction side and a fiction side. The nonfiction side teaches students about an important life skills topic, and the fiction side helps them generalize the skills as they read about teens in real-world situations. MONEY SKILLS: Build students' personal finance skills. Important aspects of managing money are explored in this nonfiction/fiction flip book. Topics include: budgeting, opening a bank account, credit, coupons, and saving.
Each book in this set is actually two books in one, with a nonfiction side and a fiction side. The nonfiction side teaches students about an important life skills topic, and the fiction side helps them generalize the skills as they read about teens in real-world situations.
Each book in this series is actually two books in one, with a nonfiction side and a fiction side. The nonfiction side teaches students about an important life skills topic, and the fiction side helps them generalize the skills as they read about teens in real-world situations.
Each book in this series is actually two books in one, with a nonfiction side and a fiction side. The nonfiction side teaches students about an important life skills topic, and the fiction side helps them generalize the skills as they read about teens in real-world situations.
With the help of Classroom How-To—a set of approachable guidelines to mastering key writing, speaking, and listening skills—students can conquer their nerves and organize their thoughts to gain confidence in the classroom and beyond. This engaging new series features whimsical illustrations and inspirational quotes to assure those prone to sweaty palms and late-night cramming that they, too, can excel in the real world when armed with the proper tools and attitude. A terrific resource for the CCSS Speaking & Listening standards. In this title find an approachable guide to help master and apply the writing, speaking, and listening skills involved in conducting research projects, composing arguments, and conveying results.
With the help of Classroom How-To—a set of approachable guidelines to mastering key writing, speaking, and listening skills—students can conquer their nerves and organize their thoughts to gain confidence in the classroom and beyond. This engaging new series features whimsical illustrations and inspirational quotes to assure those prone to sweaty palms and late-night cramming that they, too, can excel in the real world when armed with the proper tools and attitude. A terrific resource for the CCSS Speaking & Listening standards. In this title find an approachable guide to help master and apply the writing, speaking, and listening skills involved in studying and retaining the necessary information for any test or exam.
With the help of Classroom How-To—a set of approachable guidelines to mastering key writing, speaking, and listening skills—students can conquer their nerves and organize their thoughts to gain confidence in the classroom and beyond. This engaging new series features whimsical illustrations and inspirational quotes to assure those prone to sweaty palms and late-night cramming that they, too, can excel in the real world when armed with the proper tools and attitude. A terrific resource for the CCSS Speaking & Listening standards. In this title find an approachable guide to help master and apply the writing, speaking, and listening skills involved in such habits as setting priorities, remembering materials, and time management.
With the help of Classroom How-To—a set of approachable guidelines to mastering key writing, speaking, and listening skills—students can conquer their nerves and organize their thoughts to gain confidence in the classroom and beyond. This engaging new series features whimsical illustrations and inspirational quotes to assure those prone to sweaty palms and late-night cramming that they, too, can excel in the real world when armed with the proper tools and attitude. A terrific resource for the CCSS Speaking & Listening standards. In this title find an approachable guide to help master and apply the writing, speaking, and listening skills involved in preparing for and confidently delivering an effective presentation.
For high school students all over the country, deciding what to do after graduation can be overwhelming. How do you know if college is your best choice? If it is, how do you plan for student loans? If it's not, what are your other options? That's where Undecided comes in! This updated and revised edition provides a comprehensive overview of the choices available after high school, from traditional four-year colleges and trade schools to military service and gap years. Teens can choose a career path and get advice on how to succeed. Checklists, anecdotes, brainstorming activities, and journal exercises lead to well-informed decisions. Find a future that works for you!
Ling, the narrator of Revolution Is Not a Dinner Party, can’t imagine a different life than the comfortable one she’s known, living with her physician parents in Wuhan, China. In this nonfiction companion to the popular novel, you'll explore what real life was like in 1970’s China––from foods and traditions, to medicine and marketing. It covers historical elements, such as Mao’s rise to power, the Red Guard, and Barefoot Doctors, as well as broader cultural topics, like Chinese food, Chinese New Year, and origami. The Nonfiction Companion series takes popular, grade-appropriate fiction titles and provides a more in-depth understanding of them. What were ration booklets really like? How did barefoot doctors work? Did families really run away to work on farms? Students will love to read about the histories, author backgrounds, and real-life facts surrounding books they already know and love.
Imagine what it might be like to be sent away from home in wartime. Kimberly Brubaker Bradley’s award-winning novel The War That Saved My Life tells the story of fictional siblings whose lives unexpectedly change for the better in spite of the war. In this nonfiction companion, you'll dive deeper into the story and discover more about the real spies of World War II, ration books, the dangers of poverty, horses in the English countryside, and contributions women made on the home front. The Nonfiction Companion series takes popular, grade-appropriate fiction titles and provides a more in-depth understanding of them. What were ration booklets really like? How did barefoot doctors work? Did families really run away to work on farms? Students will love to read about the histories, author backgrounds, and real-life facts surrounding books they already know and love.