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Families Through Time

Jeanne Dustman (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388613

In this charming nonfiction book, beginning readers will learn about the ways families have stayed the same--and changed--over time. With its vivid and charismatic images of families throughout time, helpful text, and a table of contents, glossary, and index, children will be excited to learn about families from the past and will be inspired to compare them to families today.

Life at Home

Sharon Coan (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388255

This nonfiction title allows early readers to explore life at home from both the past and the present. The clear, engaging photos and simple text help children observe the differences and similarities in this engaging book that features a glossary and index for further understanding.

Meet Lady Liberty

Sharon Coan (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388279

The Statue of Liberty stands tall as a symbol of freedom. Early readers are introduced to the Statue of Liberty through a brief history told through simple text, stunning images, and a helpful glossary and index.

I Pledge Allegiance to the Flag

Stephanie Kuligowski (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388095

The American flag is a symbol for freedom and unity. In this engaging nonfiction title, young readers learn a brief history of the American flag and are encouraged to learn and recite the Pledge of Allegiance.

Happy Fourth of July!

Stephanie Kuligowski (author)

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials ISBN: 9781433388088

In this nonfiction title, readers are introduced to the ideas of freedom and celebrations as they learn about the history of and the way that Americans continue to celebrate the Fourth of July. Early readers will love the bright colors and images and the clear, informational text as they move through from cover to cover.

The Lincoln Memorial

Kirsten Chang (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781681036472

Of all the U.S. presidents, Abraham Lincoln stands out as a champion of change and equality. It is no surprise the Lincoln Memorial is considered a symbol of freedom. This title provides a look into the achievements of President Lincoln and why we honor his legacy today with the Lincoln Memorial!

Friends for Freedom

Suzanne Slade (author) Nicole Tadgell (illustrator)

Publisher: Charlesbridge ISBN: 9781607346517

No one thought Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass would ever become friends. The former slave and the outspoken woman came from two different worlds. But they shared deep-seated beliefs in equality and the need to fight for it. Despite naysayers, hecklers, and even arsonists, Susan and Frederick became fast friends and worked together to change America.

Bertha Takes a Drive

Jan Adkins (author)

Publisher: Charlesbridge ISBN: 9781580896962

In this nonfiction joyride, Bertha Benz and her sons drive across Germany in the world's first automobile. It's 1888 and Bertha Benz's husband, Karl, has invented the prototype Benz motorwagen. But the German government declares the vehicle illegal, and the church calls it the devil's work. Unbeknownst to her husband, Bertha steals away with her two sons and drives nearly one hundred miles to prove just how amazing the motorwagen is. Bertha's mechanical savvy gets the boys to Grandma's house safely, and the remarkable mother/son road trip reduces global concern about moving vehicles.

The Boo-Boos that Changed the World

Barry Wittenstein (author) Chris Hsu (illustrator)

Publisher: Charlesbridge ISBN: 9781580897457

Did you know Band-Aids were invented by accident?! And that they weren't mass-produced until the Boy Scouts gave their seal of approval? 1920s cotton buyer Earle Dickson worked for Johnson & Johnson and had a klutzy wife who often cut herself. The son of a doctor, Earle set out to create an easier way for her to bandage her injuries. Band-Aids were born, but Earle's bosses at the pharmaceutical giant weren't convinced, and it wasn't until the Boy Scouts of America tested Earle's prototype that this ubiquitous household staple was made available to the public. Soon Band-Aids were selling like hotcakes, and the rest is boo-boo history.

Skyscrapers

Paige V. Polinsky (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781680786965

Readers will have a blast learning about Skyscrapers. From apartment buildings to the Empire State Building, this book explores how they are built, how they are used, and the engineer’s job to build and plan for them. Bright, full-page photos fill the pages of this fun title, while easy-to-read text introduces readers to key STEM concepts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Dams

Elsie Olson (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781680786941

Readers will have a blast learning about Dams. From beaver dams to the Hoover Dam, this book explores how they are built, how they are used, and the engineer’s job to build and care for them. Bright, full-page photos fill the pages of this fun title, while easy-to-read text introduces readers to key STEM concepts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Lonesome Star: A Story About Texas

Karen Latchana Kenney (author) Bob Doucet (illustrator)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781617145704

This fun combination of original fable and factual information introduces young readers to the state of Texas through an entertaining and educational story based on the state symbols, history and geography. Take a trip through Texas as Sam, the star travels the state. Along the way Sam meets new friends and learns about the animals, plants, geography, and culture that make Illinois a great state! In addition to the illustrated story, interesting and informative factual sidebars about the state are found throughout the book. A treasure-hunt map plots the journey and a cultural recipe is also included. This book ends with state facts at a glance, a reading comprehension quiz, and more things to see and do around Sam with a map showing the locations.

Ninja Competitions

Laura Hamilton Waxman (author)

Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group ISBN: 9781541583252

At ninja competitions, athletes jump, climb, and flip their way through a twisted obstacle course. Explore the history behind the wild sport of ninja and its connection to ninja of the past.

Math in History

Gerry Bailey, Saranne Taylor (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913189648

Math is everywhere - in nature, in machines, in space and even in us! At first, it might not be obvious but this cross-curricular series leads young readers all around our mathematical world. Using a topic-based approach each title explores and explains how math can be found in almost everything we do.

Tyrannosaurus Rex

Luke Colins (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623104887

Learn all about Tyrannosaurus Rex through carefully leveled text and easy-to-read infographics.

Triceratops

Luke Colins (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623104870

Learn all about Triceratops through carefully leveled text and easy-to-read infographics.

Pterodactylus

Luke Colins (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623104856

Learn all about Pterodactylus through carefully leveled text and easy-to-read infographics.

Apatosaurio

Marysa Storm (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623105464

Learn all about Apatosaurus through carefully leveled text and easy-to-read infographics.

Apatosaurus

Marysa Storm (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623104849

Learn all about Apatosaurus through carefully leveled text and easy-to-read infographics.

Velocirraptor

Marysa Storm (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623105518

Learn all about Velociraptor through carefully leveled text and easy-to-read infographics.

Tiranosaurio Rex

Luke Colins (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623105501

Learn all about Tyrannosaurus Rex through carefully leveled text and easy-to-read infographics.

Velociraptor

Marysa Storm (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623104894

Learn all about Velociraptor through carefully leveled text and easy-to-read infographics.

Pterodáctilo

Luke Colins (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623105471

Learn all about Pterodactylus through carefully leveled text and easy-to-read infographics.

Estegosaurio

Luke Colins (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623105488

Learn all about Stegosaurus through carefully leveled text and easy-to-read infographics.

Stegosaurus

Luke Colins (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781623104863

Learn all about Stegosaurus through carefully leveled text and easy-to-read infographics.