Breathe life into past events through the use of intriguing primary sources! These nonfiction readers will engage students as they build their critical literacy skills and subject-area content knowledge. This 6-book set focuses on the indigenous people of the United States, the early explorers, and the formation of the "New World." Students will gain a better understanding of history and develop their higher-order thinking skills as they examine primary sources including maps, letters, images, and government documents.

Boost reading comprehension and academic vocabulary with text features like captions, bold print, a glossary, and an index. These texts are appropriately leveled for different learner types. Aligned with McREL and WIDA/TESOL standards, these texts prepare students for college and career readiness. This 6-book set includes (titles may vary) the following titles:

• American Indians of the West: Battling the Elements
• American Indians of the Plains: Surviving the Great Expanse
• American Indians of the East: Woodland People
• Pocahontas: Her Life and Legend
• Early Explorers
• Racing to Colonize the New World