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Television: Then and Now

Jessica Rusick (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278342

This title explores the ways television was established, how it evolved and expanded, and how television became part of the nation's identity. The text provides historical context and explores the social, economic, political, and technological frameworks that influenced or defined the popularity, growth, and modern advancements of television. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

State Fairs: Then and Now

Jessica Rusick (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278335

This title explores the ways state fairs were established, how they evolved and expanded, and how state fairs became part of the nation's identity. The text provides historical context and explores the social, economic, political, and technological frameworks that influenced or defined the popularity, growth, and modern advancements of state fairs. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Baseball: Then and Now

R.L. Van (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278304

This title explores the ways baseball was established, how it evolved and expanded, and how baseball became part of the nation's identity. The text provides historical context and explores the social, economic, political, and technological frameworks that influenced or defined the popularity, growth, and modern advancements of baseball. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Muscle Cars: Then and Now

R.L. Van (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278311

This title explores the ways muscle cars were established, how they evolved and expanded, and how muscle cars became part of the nation's identity. The text provides historical context and explores the social, economic, political, and technological frameworks that influenced or defined the popularity, growth, and modern advancements of muscle cars. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Rock 'n' Roll: Then and Now

R.L. Van (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278328

This title explores the ways rock 'n' roll was established, how it evolved and expanded, and how rock 'n' roll became part of the nation's identity. The text provides historical context and explores the social, economic, political, and technological frameworks that influenced or defined the popularity, growth, and modern advancements of rock 'n' roll. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Amusement Parks: Then and Now

Jessica Rusick (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098278298

This title explores the ways amusement parks were established, how they evolved, and how amusement parks became part of the nation's identity. The text provides historical context and explores the social, economic, political, and technological frameworks that influenced or defined the popularity, growth, and modern advancements of amusement parks. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

The Korean War

Tom Streissguth (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503881990

Presents an overview of the Korean War, including history, important people and battles, and a time line of events.

The Vietnam War

Tom Streissguth (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503882003

Presents an overview of the Vietnam War, including history, important people and battles, and a time line of events.

World War I

Thomas K. Adamson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503882010

Presents an overview of World War I, including history, important people and battles, and a time line of events.

World War II

Thomas K. Adamson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503882027

Presents an overview of World War II, including history, important people and battles, and a time line of events.

The Gulf War

Anita Yasuda (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503881983

Presents an overview of the Gulf War, including history, important people and battles, and a time line of events.

The American Revolution

Thomas K. Adamson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503881969

Presents an overview of the American Revolution, including history, important people and battles, and a time line of events.

The Afghanistan War

Max Winter (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503881952

Presents an overview of the Afghanistan War, including history, important people and battles, and a time line of events.

The Civil War

Thomas K. Adamson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503881976

Presents an overview of the Civil War, including history, important people and battles, and a time line of events.

Earthquake Survival Stories

Jeanne Marie Ford (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854840

Showcases stories from real-life earthquake survivors. This book describes people's experiences with the disaster, discusses the aftermath, and shows how people helped others in their hour of need. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, infographics, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Hurricane Survival Stories

Alyssa Krekelberg (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854826

Showcases stories from real-life hurricane survivors. This book describes people's experiences with the disaster, discusses the aftermath, and shows how people helped others in their hour of need. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, infographics, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Wildfire Survival Stories

Janie Havemeyer (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854833

Showcases stories from real-life wildfire survivors. This book describes people's experiences with the disaster, discusses the aftermath, and shows how people helped others in their hour of need. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, infographics, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Tsunami Survival Stories

Jeanne Marie Ford (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854802

Showcases stories from real-life tsunami survivors. This book describes people's experiences with the disaster, discusses the aftermath, and shows how people helped others in their hour of need. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, infographics, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

Volcano Survival Stories

Amy C. Rea (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503854796

Showcases stories from real-life survivors who lived through a volcanic eruption. This book describes people's experiences with the disaster, discusses the aftermath, and shows how people helped others in their hour of need. Additional features include a table of contents, Fast Facts, infographics, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.

World War I

Daniel R. Faust (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889165613

World War I reshaped the world as we knew it and laid the groundwork for the second world war. But how did the fighting start? And what brought about its end? Explore this war that redrew the world map with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding to aid comprehension. It’s key world history curriculum made approachable for all.

World War II

Daniel R. Faust (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889165606

Still reeling from the devastation from World War I, nobody wanted to face another global battle. But it was the groundwork laid at the end of the first war that set the stage for World War II. Learn about the war that tore the world apart for a second time with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding to aid comprehension. It’s key world history curriculum made approachable for all.

The Vietnam War

Daniel R. Faust (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889165651

The Vietnam War was a battle over how the country would move forward after French colonial rule. So, how did an internal conflict within this country become the center of a global battle? Learn all about this proxy war with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding to aid comprehension. It’s key world history curriculum made approachable for all.

The Cold War

Daniel R. Faust (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889165644

Almost as soon as the dust settled on World War II, the Cold War scorched with a different kind of intensity. But what were the United States and Soviet Union facing off about? And if they didn't use traditional weapons of war, what did they bring to the battle? Explore the ideological fight that could have destroyed the world with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding to aid comprehension. It’s key world history curriculum made approachable for all.

Decolonization

Daniel R. Faust (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889165637

For years, colonial rule shaped and reshaped many countries across the Americas, Asia, and Africa. The huge rush of decolonization after the second world war was equally impactful. Dive into this important history with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding to aid comprehension. It’s key world history curriculum made approachable for all.

The Industrial Revolution

Daniel R. Faust (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798889165620

The Industrial Revolution changed the way we work, shop, and live our lives. But what made it all happen? Explore the revolution that changed the world with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding to aid comprehension. It’s key world history curriculum made approachable for all.