Primary Source Readers: The 20th Century Kit
Item 10659
Grade 4-5
ISBN 9780743906593
Language English
Guided Rd. Level N-S
Interest Level 3-7
Build social studies content-area literacy by integrating dynamic primary sources into the classroom! Covering the course of modern history, these books use key social studies concepts and related biographies to connect each differentiated pair. This comprehensive kit uses photographs, maps, images and other primary sources to engage students in understanding the twentieth century and learning about significant events and people from American history! These high-interest books will capture students' curiosity about history and build critical thinking as they analyze historical events. Appropriately leveled content makes this a great resource for differentiating instruction
Primary Source Readers: The 20th Century Kit includes:
- Eight Nonfiction Readers paired with Biographies:
- Industrial Revolution and Industrial Giants
- Immigration and Famous Immigrants
- World War I and Woodrow Wilson
- Between the Wars and Eleanor Roosevelt
- And more...
- Teacher's Guide:
- easy-to-use lesson plans for each book
- activity sheets
- multiple-choice quizzes
- document-based assessments
- Digital resources
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Industrial Revolution 6-Pack
The Industrial Revolution began in Great Britain during the 1700s and spread to America in the early 1800s as the colonies formed and grew. Readers will learn about this important time in U.S. history in this enlightening nonfiction title.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10843
ISBN:9780743908436
Industrial Giants 6-Pack
This interesting title allows readers to learn about several major industrialists who were responsible for building industries that employed many people and provided commodities necessary for life in the United States.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10844
ISBN:9780743908443
Immigration 6-Pack
Immigrants from all over Europe flocked to America in the 1800s, bringing their hopes and their dreams with them. This fascinating title allows readers to discover topics such as Ellis Island, Angel Island, and assimilation.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10845
ISBN:9780743908450
Famous Immigrants 6-Pack
Many talented and skilled immigrants came to America from various places in the world and brought with them their own cultures and traditions to enrich the American way of life. Learn about some of the most famous immigrants in this inspirational title!
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10846
ISBN:9780743908467
World War I 6-Pack
Readers will learn all about World War I, or the Great War, in this appealing title that highlights how the war began in Europe as a military rivalry between France and Germany.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10847
ISBN:9780743908474
Woodrow Wilson 6-Pack
This biography tells all about Woodrow Wilson's inspiring life as President of the United States. Through fascinating facts and engaging sidebars, children will learn that Wilson was an advocate for reform in education and government.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10848
ISBN:9780743908481
Between the Wars 6-Pack
The years between World War I and World War II were years of change and reform. This enlightening title discusses some of the most prominent events during this time with authentic images, colorful scrapbook layout, and easy-to-read text.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10849
ISBN:9780743908498
Eleanor Roosevelt (PSR 20th Cent) 6-Pack
Eleanor Roosevelt lived during an exciting time. This inspiring biography highlights Eleanor's incredible life as First Lady of the United States and how she worked to help give her husband, Franklin D. Roosevelt, advice during his presidency.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10850
ISBN:9780743908504
World War II 6-Pack
In 1939, a war that would encompass the world began in Europe. Readers will learn about the causes of World War II in this nonfiction title.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10851
ISBN:9780743908511
Winston Churchill 6-Pack
This biographical book gives details about the life of Winston Churchill and the impact he made during World War II as part of the Allied Forces who fought against Adolph Hitler and the Nazis.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10852
ISBN:9780743908528
Civil Rights Movement 6-Pack
This inspiring title allows readers to learn about the Civil Rights Movement and its fight for equality. Highlighted topics such as slavery and sit-ins are discussed and shown through supportive text, intriguing facts, and fascinating images.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10853
ISBN:9780743908535
Martin Luther King Jr. (PSR 20th Cent book) 6-Pack
Martin Luther King, Jr. grew up knowing that there needed to be a change in the way that African Americans were treated. Learn about his inspirational life as he fought for equality and desegregation for African Americans through nonviolence.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10854
ISBN:9780743908542
The Cold War 6-Pack
The Cold War lasted for more than 40 years. This interesting book gives readers a look at what caused the Cold War and some of the important events from this time.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10855
ISBN:9780743908559
Cold War Leaders 6-Pack
During the Cold War, communism was seen as a viable threat to the world. This fascinating title will introduce children to the leaders of the Cold War as well as the ideas and systems each of them believed in and upheld.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10856
ISBN:9780743908566
Modern Middle East 6-Pack
Readers will explore some of the biggest issues that have happened in the Middle East and learn about the impact that these happenings have on people all over the world.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10857
ISBN:9780743908573
Leaders of the Middle East 6-Pack
This intriguing book allows readers to discover some of the most infamous leaders of the Middle East. Readers will learn about leaders such as Anwar Sadat, Saddam Hussein, Menachem Begin, and Ayatollah Khomeini.
Grade:4-8
Item Number:10858
ISBN:9780743908580
Primary Source Readers: The 20th Century Add-on Pack
Supplement your reading program and expand your classroom library with additional copies of each book included in The 20th Century kit.
Grade:4-5
Item Number:11049
ISBN:9781433300493
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Walk in the steps of Americans whose lives and influence are an important part of U.S. history.
Grade:1-2
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ISBN:9781433315862
Primary Source Readers: Biografías de estadounidenses (American Biographies) Kit (Spanish Version)
Grade:1-2
Item:13569
Primary Source Readers: Biografías de estadounidenses (American Biographies) Kit (Spanish Version)
Walk in the steps of Americans whose lives and influence are an important part of U.S. history.
Grade:1-2
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ISBN:9781433325694
Primary Source Readers: Georgia Kit
Discover the rich history of Georgia with this series that promotes content area literacy in the four strands of social studies: history, civics, geography, and economics. This kit comes with nonfiction readers focusing on Georgia state studies.
Grade:2
Item Number:24547
ISBN:9781493825479
Primary Source Readers: Texas History Kit
These high-interest books cover topics from Texas history with key social studies concepts and related biographies that connect each differentiated pair. Multiple reading levels within each kit make this a great resource for differentiating instruction!
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Item Number:16039
ISBN:9781433350399
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Grade:3-4
Item:18206
Primary Source Readers: La historia de Texas (Texas History) Kit (Spanish Version)
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