Jimmy Carter: For the People
Learn more about the accomplishments of former US President Jimmy Carter in this high-interest reader that connects to Georgia state studies. This biography promotes social studies content literacy with dynamic primary source documents.
Item Number:24561
ISBN:9781493825615
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.
Item Number:100705
ISBN:9781493887811
Daniel Boone: Into the Wilderness, 2nd Edition
Daniel Boone is often known for a coonskin cap, but more than that, he was one of America's greatest explorers! Readers will learn about Daniel's adventurous life in this fascinating book!
Item Number:132778
ISBN:9798765900710
Extra Info:2nd Edition
Amazing Americans: Thurgood Marshall
Thurgood Marshall was an incredible man. He believed that separate but equal" was not fair. He became a justice for the Supreme Court and helped change unfair laws for African Americans. He is known as "Mr. Civil Rights"."
Item Number:18374
ISBN:9781433373749
Amazing Americans: Rosa Parks
Rosa Parks was an amazing woman. She stood up for herself and her beliefs. One day, Parks refused to give up her seat to a white man on a bus. Her actions helped spark the civil rights movement. Today, Americans have more freedom because of her actions.
Item Number:18375
ISBN:9781433373756
La Salle: Early Texas Explorer
René-Robert Cavelier, or Sieur de La Salle, grew up in France dreaming of adventures in distant lands! This exciting biography allows readers to explore new worlds with La Salle as they read about his fascinating life.
Item Number:16043
ISBN:9781433350436
Stephen F. Austin: The Father of Texas
Stephen F. Austin grew up to become known as the Father of Texas. Readers can learn about his interesting and incredible life in this appealing biography that highlights both Austin's life and Texas history.
Item Number:16045
ISBN:9781433350450
Sam Houston: A Fearless Statesman
Sam Houston lived a unique and exciting life. This captivating biography focuses on Houston's life and how he became the only person to be president of a republic, a United States senator, and the governor of two different states.
Item Number:16049
ISBN:9781433350498
Lizzie Johnson: Texan Cowgirl
This interesting and inspiring biography highlights the life of Lizzie as she made her way to being one of the most famous cattle ranchers of her time. Through the appealing images and fascinating facts, readers will learn about Lizzie's journey.
Item Number:16051
ISBN:9781433350511
Lyndon B. Johnson: A Texan in the White House
Lyndon B. Johnson was born in Texas in the early 1900s. This appealing biography highlights Johnson's life as he represented Texas in the United States Congress for 24 years and became the 36th President of the United States.
Item Number:16052
ISBN:9781433350528
George W. Bush: Texas Governor and U.S. President
This biography allows readers to discover the life of George W. Bush and explore some the impacts he made as president through acts like No Child Left Behind. Readers will also learn of the many unexpected challenges Bush faced.
Item Number:16054
ISBN:9781433350542
Junípero Serra: A Spanish Missionary
Introduce students to California's rich history with this text that profiles the life of Franciscan missionary Junípero Serra. This reader will fascinate students with intriguing primary source documents that breathe life into the pages of history.
Item Number:28555
ISBN:9781425832353
Biddy Mason: Becoming a Leader
Biddy Mason's life began as an enslaved person, but she became a successful nurse, midwife and land owner who influenced the city of Los Angeles. Learn more about her life through intriguing primary sources that will keep students engaged in reading.
Item Number:28559
ISBN:9781425832391
Californians Who Made a Difference
This nonfiction text introduces students to Californians who made a difference, and provides teachers with a valuable classroom resource to engage students as they examine social studies content and develop critical literacy skills.
Item Number:28567
ISBN:9781425832476
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings: Writing in Rural Florida
Introduce students to Florida's past with this text that profiles the life of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings. This resource will fascinate students with vibrant primary source documents that focus on the author's life in rural Florida.
Item Number:25543
ISBN:9781493835430
Hatshepsut: First Female Pharaoh
Hatshepsut was a young woman who became the first female Pharaoh of Egypt and ruled for about 20 years! Readers will learn about Hatshepsut's amazing life as she made her way from regent to queen of Egypt in this captivating biography.
Item Number:10429
ISBN:9780743904292
Siddhartha Gautama: The Buddha
Siddhartha Gautama was born to an Indian king and later changed Indian culture through his beliefs. This inspiring biography allows readers to explore the incredible life of Siddhartha Gautama and learn how he later became known as The Buddha"."
Item Number:10431
ISBN:9780743904315
Julius Caesar: Roman Leader
Born in 100 B.C., Caesar grew up to be a talented leader who had a very successful military career. This enlightening and appealing biography illustrates to readers the powerful role that Julius Caesar played in Rome.
Item Number:10433
ISBN:9780743904339
Socrates: Greek Philosopher
Socrates was an ancient Greek philosopher who helped shape Greek beliefs. Readers will find out how Socrates' ideas and beliefs can still be found today in this captivating biography.
Item Number:10435
ISBN:9780743904353
Confucius: Chinese Philosopher
Confucius is now considered the greatest philosopher in Chinese history. This inspiring and enlightening biography will allow readers to discover Confucius' life of peace and harmony, his beliefs, and his philosophies that people still use today.
Item Number:10437
ISBN:9780743904377
Mansa Musa: Leader of Mali
Mansa Musa was the king of Mali as it became one of the largest empires during the time of Musa's rule. Readers will discover the life of Mansa Musa in this appealing biography that uses vivid images, appealing maps, and stunning facts to engage children.
Item Number:10439
ISBN:9780743904391
Hammurabi: Babylonian Ruler
Hammurabi was king of Babylon and later became the king of Mesopotamia. This fascinating biography introduces readers to Babylonian history and explains how Hammurabi changed Mesopotamia.
Item Number:10441
ISBN:9780743904414
Moctezuma: Aztec Ruler
Moctezuma was the most famous ruler of the powerful Aztec empire. Readers will learn about Moctezuma in this fascinating biography that features vibrant photos, stunning facts, engaging sidebars, and supportive text.
Item Number:10457
ISBN:9780743904575
Justinian I
Learn how Emperor Justinian I ruled the Byzantine Empire for 38 years. Readers will be fascinated as they discover that Justinian put down a rebellion, conquered new territory, and even survived the bubonic plague!
Item Number:16002
ISBN:9781433350023