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What is Democracy?

Kevin Winn (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668923054

Young readers will discover what exactly democracy is and learn about the basic building blocks of the United States of America. They'll also learn how they play a key role in American democracy. Series is aligned to 21st Century Skills curriculum standards. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage students to Think, Create, Guess, and Ask Questions. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, and sidebars.

What Does the Vice President Do?

Kevin Winn (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668923108

Young readers will discover what the U.S. vice president does and learn about the basic building blocks of the United States of America. They'll also learn about how they play a key role in American democracy. Series is aligned to 21st Century Skills curriculum standards. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage students to Think, Create, Guess, and Ask Questions. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, and sidebars.

What Does the President Do?

Kevin Winn (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668923061

Young readers will discover what the U.S. president does and learn about the basic building blocks of U.S. democracy. They'll also learn how they play a key role in American democracy. Series is aligned to 21st Century Skills curriculum standards. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage students to Think, Create, Guess, and Ask Questions. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, and sidebars.

Tecumseh

June Thiele (author) Jeff Bane (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668922866

This biography for early readers examines the life of Shawnee chief and warrior Tecumseh in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities.

Queen Elizabeth II

Amanda Gebhardt (author) Jeff Bane (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668926352

This biography for early readers examines the life and death of Queen Elizabeth II, the former queen of England, in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities.

How Do the Three Branches of Government Work Together?

Kevin Winn (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668923092

Young readers will discover how the legislative, executive, and judicial branches work together and learn about the basic building blocks of the United States of America. They'll also learn about how they play a key role in American democracy. Series is aligned to 21st Century Skills curriculum standards. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage students to Think, Create, Guess, and Ask Questions. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, and sidebars.

How Are Laws Made?

Kevin Winn (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668923078

Young readers will discover how laws are made and learn about the basic building blocks of the United States of America. They'll also learn about how they play a key role in American democracy. Series is aligned to 21st Century Skills curriculum standards. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage students to Think, Create, Guess, and Ask Questions.

The Real Edith Wilson

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534141100

Everyone knows her story, but do you know the REAL history behind the story of Edith Wilson? History has never been so juicy! Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of wild facts that will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. A table of contents, timeline, glossary with simplified pronunciations, and index all enhance comprehension.

The Real Dolley Madison

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534131224

Everyone knows her story, but do you know the REAL history behind the story of Dolley Madison? History has never been so juicy! Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Considerate text includes tons of wild facts that will hold the readers' interest, allowing for successful mastery and comprehension. A table of contents, timeline, glossary with simplified pronunciations, and index all enhance comprehension.

Girl Spies

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534149373

Who were history's most courageous spies? Who had the biggest transformation? In the History's Yearbook series, readers will learn about the amazing and diverse women in history. In Girl Spies, readers will discover and rediscover their favorite heroines and learn about top women spies who have made an impact. Each book in this series is written at a higher maturity level using considerate text at a lower reading level in order to engage struggling readers.

Girl Leaders

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534149328

Who were history's most compassionate leaders? Who was voted "Life of the Party?" In the History's Yearbook series, readers will learn about the amazing and diverse women in history. In Girl Leaders, readers will discover and rediscover their favorite heroines and learn about women leaders who have made an impact. Each book in this series is written at a higher maturity level using considerate text at a lower reading level in order to engage struggling readers.

Theodore Roosevelt

Rebecca Pettiford (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648347542

Learn about the adventures and policies that defined President Theodore Roosevelt. This book’s leveled text details Roosevelt’s early life and far-reaching achievements while in office. Historical photos support the main text and allow Roosevelt’s character and projects to shine off the page. Special features offer additional details about the president’s life, map where his story began, and ask readers a question to engage what they have learned. This title is full of fascinating facts about a famous president!

Jimmy Carter

Rebecca Pettiford (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648347535

Learn about President Jimmy Carter and the defining moments of his four years in office in this fact-filled title. The book’s leveled text follows Carter’s life, from his early years on his family’s peanut farm through his presidency, and to his current climate change efforts. Colorful photos support the main text and highlight critical moments in his presidency. A profile feature adds additional information about Carter’s life, and a question feature will help young readers connect with U.S. history!

Franklin Delano Roosevelt

Rebecca Pettiford (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648347528

Learn about the life and influence of the longest-serving president in U.S. history! This book’s leveled text describes Roosevelt’s early life and far-reaching achievements while in office. Historical photos support the main text and detail Roosevelt’s programs that have had a lasting influence on the nation. A profile feature explores the president’s beginnings, and a question feature asks young readers to think about what they have read. This title is full of information about an influential president’s accomplishments during one of the nation’s most trying times!

Dwight D. Eisenhower

Rebecca Pettiford (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781648347511

Everybody likes Ike! With this title, dive into the details of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. The book’s leveled text begins with Dwight’s early years, from his education to his rise through the U.S. Army. Historical photos support the main text and highlight events like World War II, integrating Little Rock, and forming NASA. Special features and a question about Eisenhower’s leadership will help young readers engage with some of our nation’s most pivotal moments in history!

Checks and Balances

Karen Latchana Kenney (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781636916118

The United States government is strong. But no single person has all that power. What do you know about checks and balances? Discover the roles of the three branches of government, how their power is divided, and the systems that stop any one part of government from getting too strong. It's key social studies curriculum made approachable for all!

Police Dogs

Megan Cooley Peterson (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781636911380

Sniff, sniff! A police officer with four legs is on the hunt. Police dogs help keep our communities safe. They can track down missing people and help guard our playgrounds and parks. Learn all about these heroic dogs.

Kamala Harris: First Female Vice President

Rachel Rose (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781636913292

Kamala Harris broke new ground in the courtroom, in the Senate, and--finally--in the White House. Throughout her life, the first female vice president worked hard to defend the rights of all people and changed the United States forever. Learn all about this trailblazing woman.

Michelle Obama

Rachel Rose (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781647477356

Record-breaking author, beloved First Lady, and strong mother, Michelle Obama is a powerhouse. Coming from humble beginnings, this girl from the South Side of Chicago excelled in school. After a couple of years practicing law, Michelle left to follow her passions to help improve the lives of those in her hometown of Chicago. She made her mark on the White House as a First Lady dedicated to the health of children, the lives of veterans, and the education of girls. And it seems that there's nothing stopping her from accomplishing even more in her life after the White House. Learn all about Michelle's spectacular life as an advocate, role model, and more.

President Joe Biden

Rachel Rose (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781647477370

Long-serving congressman, Vice President, and now President. Joe Biden’s journey to the highest position in the land has been long and winding. As a child, he didn’t let his stutter stop him from success; as a senator, he carried on despite personal heartbreak; and now, as president, we’ll see all this man can do. Learn about the spectacular life of America’s 46th president.

The White House

Campbell Collison (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781647471378

Over the years, U.S. presidents have lived in the President's Palace, the Executive Mansion, and the President's House. What about the White House, you may wonder? Well, it's the same building! But this iconic landmark wasn't given its current name until 1901. What else is there to learn about the White House? Read this book to find out!

The Presidents

Campbell Collison (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781647471354

Abraham Lincoln wore size 14 shoes, Thomas Jefferson spoke 6 different languages, and Barack Obama converted the White House tennis courts to a basketball court. Dive into all the extreme facts you never know about the presidents of the United States in this zany book.

The Constitution

Campbell Collison (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781647471361

Did you know the U.S. Constitution doesn't include the word democracy? Or that it took 10 long months to ratify? How about how much the clerk who handwrote the original copy of the Constitution was paid? (It was $30, by the way.) Find out all the extreme history behind one of our nation's most important documents.

The Declaration of Independence

Marcia Abramson (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781647471347

Everyone knows the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776. But did you know that it took until July 9th for General George Washington to get his hands on it? Explore the extreme history of our nation's birth certificate.

Sonia Sotomayor

Rachel Rose (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781647470050

Meet Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor. From the TV show that inspired her career to today's Supreme Court rulings and everything in between, Sonia Sotomayor has always been determined to do what is right and fair for all.