Holidays, celebrations, and symbols are highlighted in this up-to-date fact-filled introduction to the United States. Spotlight on the United States of America looks at the colonial history of the U.S., its government, and some of its important leaders. Many colorful pictures, maps, and illustrations the different regions, climates, cities, and wildlife of this fascinating country.
Read about the men and women who have improved our lives through science including Dr. Daniel Hale Williams, astronaut Mae Jemison, inventor George Washington Carver, psychologists Kenneth and Mamie Clark, and many more.
Turbo the turtle loves to surf the ocean current with his friends. Learn about his adventures as you practice reading words with "ur." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Mr. South is a baseball scout. Join him at a tryout for new players as you practice reading words with "ou." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
A storm is coming. Will it turn into a tornado? Take cover as you practice reading words with "or." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Booker took a long walk in the woods. Join him on his stroll as you practice reading words in which "oo" makes a short vowel sound. This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Meet the Nerd family. Each family member is an expert about a different subject. Learn about their nerdy interests as you practice reading words with "er." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
What does a nighthawk see on its nighttime flight? Find out as you practice reading words with "igh." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Will Gracie and Katie agree to watch a movie about a zombie, a genie, or a foodie? Join their debate as you practice reading words with the long e sound spelled "ie." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Oi the droid is very smart! Practice reading words with "oi" as you learn some fun facts. This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
The Peal family is getting ready for a big feast. Join them on a special day as you practice reading words with "ea." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Lark loves when it gets dark. Can he convince his friend to love it, too? Practice reading words with "ar" as you learn about Lark's favorite nighttime activities. This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Sue and Lue are both singing the blues in the Blues Duel. Join them onstage as you practice reading words with "ue." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Boatman Toad's boat is all ready for him to pick up. Join him on a trip through the boatyard as you practice reading words with "oa." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Tony and Cleo decide to take a fancy cruise. Join them at sea as you practice reading words with "ui." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Irma loves birds. Celebrate a special birthday with her as you practice reading words with "ir." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Joy can be found in many ways. Practice reading words with "oy" as you learn different ways to be happy. This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
How much do you know about snow? Take a fact-filled winter journey as you practice reading words with the long o sound spelled "ow." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Drawing a picture helps Shawn when she is feeling low. Help Shawn cheer up after an awful baseball game as you practice reading words with "aw." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
There are lots of things to do in the city, but Boo chooses to play hoops. Join the action as you practice reading words in which "oo" makes a long vowel sound. This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
There are problems all around town! Think about how they can be fixed as you practice reading words with "ow." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
The Western Great Lakes region was once home to many Algonkian-speaking nations, including the Anishinaabe, Menominee, Sauk, and Fox. For hundreds of years, these peoples thrived in the thick woodlands, relying on nature's bounty of plants and animals for their survival. Clear, engaging text combines with rich illustrations to detail various aspects of life in the Great Lakes woodlands.
This fascinating book looks at many of the lodges, or dwellings, built and used by the native nations across the continent. A map showing the lodges appears at the beginning of the book, and beautiful, detailed illustrations show the exteriors, interiors, and way of life in each lodge. The straightforward layout and informative text present information in an easy-to-follow format.
This informative new book highlights the different Native nations that lived in southeastern North America before and during the seventeenth century. Vibrant images and easy-to-follow text help show young readers how the Cherokee, the Creek, the Choctaw, the Seminole, and the many other Native nations in the southeast farmed, hunted, and moved from place to place on the waterways.
The Southwest region was home to some of the earliest inhabitants of North America. The diverse landscapes of deserts, mountains, and rivers provided food, shelter, and raw materials to ancient cultures as well as later groups, such as the Apache, Comanche, Hopi, Navajo, Zuni, and many others.
