Will You Sign My Petition?
With the power of petition at their fingertips, Americans have the ability to make a difference. This nonfiction book explains the purpose of petitions and how they can be used to create change. Includes a related fiction piece, glossary, and other tools.
Grade:3-4
Item Number:121666
ISBN:9781087605081
Creativity in Communities
In this nonfiction book, students will learn how creativity and volunteerism go together. With a related fiction story, glossary, and other features, this book shows students how communities across the United States creatively solve problems.
Grade:3-4
Item Number:121667
ISBN:9781087605098
What Is an Election?
Teach students about the process of electing government leaders! This nonfiction book's vibrant images, fiction story related to the topic, helpful index, and other key features will help explain elections and civic duties in an easy-to-follow way.
Grade:3-4
Item Number:121668
ISBN:9781087605104
American Indian Leaders Today
American Indian tradition is an important part of American culture! In this nonfiction book, students will learn about American Indian changemakers and their interactions with government. Includes a related fiction piece, glossary, and other key features.
Grade:3-4
Item Number:121669
ISBN:9781087605111
Civic Duty: Working Together
Show students that small actions can make a big difference! This nonfiction book explains why civic duties are important and gives examples of American heroes. Includes a glossary, a related short fiction story, and more exciting features.
Grade:3-4
Item Number:121671
ISBN:9781087605135
Clean Air to Share
Teach students about the environment and how to protect it! This nonfiction book explains what individuals and the government can do to keep Earth's air clean. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a glossary, and a Civics in Action" activity."
Grade:3-4
Item Number:121672
ISBN:9781087605142
The Preamble: The Spirit of America
Teach students the history behind the phrase We the people" with this nonfiction book! Students can examine the Preamble to the Constitution in a fun and meaningful way. Includes a fiction story related to the topic and other key features."
Grade:3-4
Item Number:121673
ISBN:9781087605159
Everyone Pays Taxes
Help students understand how taxes work, the different types of taxes, and why taxes exist! This nonfiction reader includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, exciting images and text features, and a meaningful Civics in Action" activity."
Grade:3-4
Item Number:121674
ISBN:9781087605166
What Is Media?
Connect media to students' daily lives! With this nonfiction book, students can learn to tell fact from opinion when examining media in all its forms. Includes key text features, a related short fiction piece, and a meaningful Civics in Action" activity."
Grade:3-4
Item Number:121675
ISBN:9781087605173
John Lewis: Making Good Trouble
Explore the story of a civil rights icon! This reader's meaningful text features, exciting images, related short fiction piece, and Civics in Action" activity will inspire students as they learn about John Lewis and his fight for justice in America."
Grade:3-4
Item Number:126650
ISBN:9781087643014
Fannie Lou Hamer: Fighting for the Rights of Others
Introduce students to the story of Fannie Lou Hamer! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader details the legacy of this musician and civil rights activist. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and more helpful features."
Grade:4-8
Item Number:121670
ISBN:9781087605128
Voting for President
Teach students that every vote matters! This engaging Grade 4 nonfiction reader describes the process and history of U.S. presidential elections. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other key features."
Grade:4-8
Item Number:122985
ISBN:9781087607153
Changing Laws
Explore how can ordinary citizens make laws! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader explains how laws change across state lines and how people can make state and local laws. Includes a related fiction story, an extension activity, and other essential features.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:123967
ISBN:9781087615370
Making Decisions
Empower students to be confident decision makers! This thoughtful Grade 4 nonfiction reader emphasizes the importance of making responsible decisions. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other key features."
Grade:4-8
Item Number:123968
ISBN:9781087615387
State and Local Leaders
Teach students about the people who run state and local governments! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader details the responsibilities of state and local leaders. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other features."
Grade:4-8
Item Number:123969
ISBN:9781087615394
What's the Deal with Voting?
Show students how people vote and how the government protects the vote! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader explains key features of U.S. elections and why voting is important. Includes a related fiction story, a Civics in Action" activity, and more."
Grade:4-8
Item Number:123971
ISBN:9781087615417
Citizens of Planet Earth
Explore Earth's challenges and teach students how they can help! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader describes problems facing the worldwide community. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other key features."
Grade:4-8
Item Number:123972
ISBN:9781087615424
Wise Words from U.S. Presidents
Explore famous quotes from American presidents! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader analyzes how U.S. presidents use the power of words. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other essential features."
Grade:4-8
Item Number:123973
ISBN:9781087615431
How Do Governments Spend Money?
Teach students how the U.S. government raises and spends money! This interesting Grade 4 nonfiction reader details how each level of government uses money. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other features."
Grade:4-8
Item Number:123974
ISBN:9781087615448
Media Matters
Help students learn to decipher what news is real and what's fake! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader explores how to determine if information is true or not. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other features."
Grade:4-8
Item Number:123975
ISBN:9781087615455
Presidential Elections
Teach students how Americans elect a president! This Grade 5 nonfiction reader covers U.S. presidential campaigns and voting rights. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other key features."
Grade:5-8
Item Number:122986
ISBN:9781087607160
Changing the Constitution
Explore how to amend the U.S. Constitution! This Grade 5 nonfiction reader explains the amendment process and summarizes each of the 27 amendments. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other helpful features."
Grade:5-8
Item Number:123976
ISBN:9781087615462
Talking About Civics
Teach students how to have constructive conversations! This powerful Grade 5 nonfiction reader shows students how to talk productively about civics issues. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and more features."
Grade:5-8
Item Number:123977
ISBN:9781087615479
Leaders in Congress
Meet the leaders of the U.S. Congress! This Grade 5 nonfiction reader explains the roles and responsibilities of Congressional leaders. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other exciting features."
Grade:5-8
Item Number:123978
ISBN:9781087615486