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Dive in and explore all social studies disciplines with these engaging, age-appropriate books. Ideal for reports and projects, these books deepen content-area knowledge and cover a wide range of topics, including civics, community and family, economics, geography, government, and history.
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[These books] are written to explain concepts that are covered in history, civics, and economic lessons. The photographs are colorful and diverse, with individuals of many ethnicities and backgrounds. These titles would be a welcomed addition to any library or classroom setting.
Ronald Reagan: The Great Communicator
Breathe life into the pages of history withthis primary source biography that focuses on Ronald Reagan.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:28127
ISBN:9781425850760
The Information Revolution
Breathe life into the pages of history withthis primary source reader that provides deeper, meaningful insights into what life was like during the Information Revolution.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:28128
ISBN:9781425850777
Fighting for Civil Rights
Breathe life into the pages of history withthis primary source reader that focuses on the history of civil rights.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:28129
ISBN:9781425850784
Saving the World: The Chocolate Pilot
After WWII, Lieutenant Gail "Hal" Halvorsen wanted to help the children of Berlin. He decided to give them hope in the form of chocolates dropped in mini parachutes from his airplane. Learn the inspiring, true-life story behind The Chocolate Pilot.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:109285
ISBN:9781644910047
National Holidays
Young readers will learn about national holidays with this engaging nonfiction title that features appealing photos, easy-to-read text, and a helpful glossary and index to further develop vocabulary.
Grade:K-1
Item Number:29626
ISBN:9781425825102
Exploring Calendars
Young readers will learn about time with this engaging nonfiction book that features appealing photos, easy-to-read text, and a helpful glossary and index to further develop vocabulary.
Grade:K-1
Item Number:29627
ISBN:9781425825119
America Then and Now
Introduce first grade students to the concept of change as they compare homes, schools, jobs, technology, and transportation from the past and present.
Grade:1-3
Item Number:29630
ISBN:9781425825140
Maps and Globes
First grade students will develop their basic map and globe skills with this nonfiction book that uses dynamic images and supportive text to integrate social studies content and language arts instruction.
Grade:1-3
Item Number:29631
ISBN:9781425825157
Where People Live
This primary source reader explores population growth in the United States. The dynamic primary source images and supportive text will engage first grade students as they compare and contrast the past and present.
Grade:1-3
Item Number:29632
ISBN:9781425825164
Women Who Changed the World
This inspiring primary source reader focuses on the contributions made by significant women including Rosa Parks, Marie Curie, Clara Barton, Florence Nightingale, Wilma Rudolph, and Golda Meir.
Grade:2-3
Item Number:29633
ISBN:9781425825171
Diplomacy Makes a Difference
This fact-filled primary source reader integrates social studies content knowledge and language arts instruction and helps second grade students learn about international diplomacy and foreign relations.
Grade:2-4
Item Number:29634
ISBN:9781425825188
Geographic Features
Learn about the unique landforms, climates, regions, and resources that make up the United States! This primary source reader teaches third grade students about important geography concepts and builds literacy skills.
Grade:3-4
Item Number:29635
ISBN:9781425825195
California Indians
This intriguing primary source reader explores the history, culture, customs, and influence of California's Indian tribes, including the Hupa, Chumash, Tongva, Yokuts, Quechan, and Coso.
Grade:3-5
Item Number:29636
ISBN:9781425825201
Understanding Economics
This primary source reader teaches students about economics and integrates social studies content knowledge and language arts instruction. The detailed images, fascinating facts, and supportive text work together to help students understand the content.
Grade:3-5
Item Number:29637
ISBN:9781425825218
Juliette Gordon Low: The First Girl Scout
Learn more about Juliette Gordon Low's contributions to Georgia history with this reader that connects to Georgia state standards. This biography about the founder of the Girl Scouts promotes social studies content literacy with primary source documents.
Grade:2-4
Item Number:100705
ISBN:9781493887811
The History of Huntington Beach
Learn about the history of the city of Huntington Beach! This reader explores the history of "Surf City USA," from its early settlers, geography, and climate to its government structure, points of interest, and annual events.
Grade:2-4
Item Number:28838
ISBN:9781493866236
The Great Leap Westward
Excite students with The Great Leap Westward. This nonfiction reader examines Manifest Destiny and the expansion into western territories, as well as the historical battles and land purchases that doubled the size of the United States.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:25791
ISBN:9781493837915
Thomas Jefferson and the Empire of Liberty
This nonfiction reader explores the life of our nation's third president, from his early years in Virginia to his many accomplishments in law and politics, including Thomas Jefferson's significant contributions authoring the Declaration of Independence.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:25792
ISBN:9781493837922
The Legacy and Legend of Sacagawea
Breathe life into the pages of history with this primary source reader that explores the life of Sacagawea and her significant contributions to Lewis and Clarks' westward expedition.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:25793
ISBN:9781493837939
The War of 1812: By the Dawn's Early Light
With this primary source reader, students will explore the war that inspired our national anthem, examining the events that led up to the war and what happened afterwards, including Francis Scott Key penning the iconic "The Star-Spangled Banner."
Grade:4-8
Item Number:25794
ISBN:9781493837946
James Madison and the Making of the United States
Engage students as they learn more about the "Father of the Constitution" with this fascinating biography that focuses his life and many accomplishments, from the Continental Congress, as Secretary of State, and as the fourth US president.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:25795
ISBN:9781493837953
19th Century Innovations: Paving the Way
Excite students as they learn more about the 19th century inventions that accelerated growth and change in the 1800s. This primary source reader explores the innovations during the century of change that increased commerce and communication.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:25796
ISBN:9781493837960
Settling and Unsettling the West
With Settling and Unsettling the West, students will examine some of the reasons why people were heading out west, including the gold and silver rushes and the Homestead Act, as well as some of the westward routes pioneer travelers took.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:25797
ISBN:9781493837977
Laura Ingalls Wilder: Pioneer Woman
This fascinating biography profiles the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder and the events in her life that helped shape her beloved children's books. Students will focus on the author's early years, from her westward travels to living on a homestead.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:25798
ISBN:9781493837984