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Focus on Indonesia

Linda Barghoorn (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039816015

Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world, made up of more than 17,000 islands, with lush rain forests, mountainous interiors, mangrove forests, rich coral reefs, and sandy beaches. Read all about the country's land and resources, the environmental challenges it faces, and the impact of colonization by Europeans, as well as daily life and culture for people across Indonesia. Free downloadable Teacher's Notes.

Focus on Switzerland

Linda Barghoorn (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039816022

Dominated by the mighty Alps and sharing borders with five different countries, Switzerland is known for its beautiful landscapes and multicultural society. Read all about the country's land and resources, the population-dense central plateau, and its early settlement, as well as daily life and culture today for people across Switzerland. Free downloadable Teacher's Notes.

Focus on Cuba

Heather C. Hudak (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039816008

Cuba, an archipelago in the Caribbean Sea, is a top tourist destination due to its subtropical climate and beautiful coastline. Read all about the country's land and resources, its complicated political history, and the impact of colonization by Europeans, as well as daily life and culture today for people across Cuba. Free downloadable Teacher's Notes.

Focus on Brazil

Natalie Hyde (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039815995

As the fifth-largest country in the world, Brazil's landscapes range from the famous Amazon rain forest to biodiverse mangroves, flat grasslands, and mountain ranges. Read all about the country's land and resources, how Indigenous peoples live, and the impact of colonization by Europeans, as well as daily life and culture today for people across Brazil. Free downloadable Teacher's Notes.

International Alliances and Treaties

Natalie Hyde (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039815957

We know that countries enter into alliances and make treaties and agreements--but why are these important and how do they affect our lives? From the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to the Paris Agreement, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), and free trade agreements (FTAs), this comprehensive book explores the reasons for and impacts of alliances and treaties. Free downloadable Teacher's Notes.

Nations of the Western Great Lakes

Kathryn Smithyman (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427166425

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.

Native Homes

Bobbie Kalman (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427166432

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.

Nations of the Southeast

Molly Aloian (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427166401

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.

Nations of the Southwest

Amanda Bishop (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427166418

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.

Nations of the Northeast Coast

Molly Aloian (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427166371

Nations of the Northeast Coast describes the many Native nations that lived along the coast of northeastern North America during the seventeenth century. Beautiful paintings and detailed illustrations highlight the lives and traditions of the Abenaki and the many other nations in the region. Young readers will be fascinated to learn about the hunting and fishing practices, the methods of transportation, and the family lives of these Native peoples.

Nations of the Plains

Bobbie Kalman (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427166395

The plains region is a vast landscape which was home to many native nations. For hundreds of years, these peoples followed the giant, wandering herds of buffalo upon which they were dependent for food, clothing, tools, and shelter. Clear, informative text, beautiful illustrations, and maps, help describe all aspects of the life of native nations who called the plains their home.

Life of the Navajo

Amanda Bishop (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427166340

Life of the Navajo looks at this fascinating nation who call themselves Diné, or "the people." The book describes the Navajo lifestyle, religion, and community as it existed when European explorers first arrived in the Southwest region of the United States.

Nations of the Eastern Great Lakes

Rebecca Sjonger (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427166364

This informative book describes the many Native nations that lived in the eastern Great Lakes region in the seventeenth century. Beautiful images depict the daily lives of these peoples, including housing, transportation, and methods of finding food. Nations of the Eastern Great Lakes also shows children how European contact changed the lives of these nations and how these peoples live today.

Life in an Anishinaabe Camp

Niki Walker (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427166319

Beautiful artwork helps illuminate the daily lives of the Anishinaabe, or "first people", also known as the Chippewa or Ojibwa. Living in the Western Great Lakes region, the Anishinaabe adapted to each season by changing camp locations to better suit the changing weather. The importance of family, community, and cooperation is apparent.

Life in the Far North

Bobbie Kalman (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427166326

Despite the harsh climate, the Inupiat and the Inuit have thrived in the remote region of the Far North for thousands of years. Life in the Far North describes the traditions and lifestyles of these Native peoples.

Life of the California Coast Nations

Molly Aloian (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427166333

Life of the California Coast Nations describes the lifestyles and traditions of the nations that lived along the coast of California during the eighteenth century. Children will discover how these Native peoples used the area's many natural resources to construct homes, canoes, rafts, clothing, and other everyday items. Easy-to-follow text and vibrant images will help children gain an understanding of these peoples and their lifeways.

Life in a Plains Camp

Bobbie Kalman (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427166296

Life in a Plains Camp looks at a nomadic community that based its livelihood on hunting buffalo. People who were constantly on the move depended on one another for happiness and support. Men, women, and children worked together to make sure the entire camp was fed and clothed. Beautiful artwork helps illustrate the daily lives and tasks of the people of the plains and portrays their rich cultural heritage.

Life in a Pueblo

Amanda Bishop (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427166302

The sprawling adobe structures known as pueblos provided safe, communal dwellings for entire villages of Southwest peoples. Life in a Pueblo uses remarkable photographs, beautiful artistic renderings, and clear text to explore the daily lives of the groups known collectively as the pueblo peoples.

Maevis Takes Turns

Vicky Bureau (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638978060

Maevis loves school! Maevis wants you to love school, too! Join Maevis as she learns about school expectations and taking turns. When she takes turns, Maevis is patient, courteous, and includes others. That's why manners matter to Maevis! Comprehension Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Maevis Is Kind

Vicky Bureau (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638978084

Maevis loves school! Maevis wants you to love school, too! Join Maevis as she learns about school expectations and kindness. When she is kind, Maevis is friendly, thoughtful, and generous. That's why manners matter to Maevis! Comprehension Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Maevis Minds Her Manners

Vicky Bureau (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638978039

Maevis loves school! Maevis wants you to love school, too! Join Maevis as she learns about school expectations and manners. With good manners, Maevis is kind, courteous, and polite. Comprehension Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Maevis Shares

Vicky Bureau (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638978077

Maevis loves school! Maevis wants you to love school, too! Join Maevis as she learns about school expectations and sharing. When she shares, Maevis is considerate and makes friends! That's why manners matter to Maevis! Comprehension Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Maevis Follows the Rules

Vicky Bureau (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638978046

Maevis loves school! Maevis wants you to love school, too! Join Maevis as she learns about school expectations and rules. When she follows the rules, Maevis is respectful, safe, and on task. Comprehension Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Maevis Has Good Attendance

Vicky Bureau (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638978053

Maevis loves school! Maevis wants you to love school, too! Join Maevis as she learns about school expectations and the importance of good attendance. When she attends school regularly, Maevis does not miss out on learning and friendship. That's why manners matter to Maevis! Comprehension Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Repartidor (Delivery Person) Bilingual

Douglas Bender (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039625457

Young readers will enjoy learning about people who make deliveries in their community. Using colorful, full-page photographs alongside simple text and relevant sight words, this book shows young readers what delivery people do in their community, while helping them build confidence in their reading skills. This book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension.