Bring history to life with this story of how a fictional resident of Pompeii may have experienced the explosion of Mount Vesuvius. Featuring TIME content, this leveled text builds literacy skills while engaging students in reading high-interest content.
Imagine riding in a self-driving car or taking a trip around the moon. Engineers are working on making these ideas realities! Learn about the fascinating field of engineering with this title that builds critical literacy skills and STEM content knowledge.
Scientist. Inventor. Cartographer. Painter. Engineer. Architect. All of these words describe Leonardo da Vinci. Featuring TIME content, this high-interest biography teaches students about the fascinating life of da Vinci, while building literacy skills.
Live like an Egyptian with You Are There! Ancient Egypt 1336 BC! Students will examine important aspects of Ancient Egyptian culture, such as hieroglyphics, religion, vocations, politics, and style!
Prepare students for third grade with fun theme-based units including language arts, mathematics, and critical and creative thinking activities. Support parents with everyday learning ideas and a handbook about successfully navigating today's standards.
Help students prepare for fourth grade with this effective summer workbook. Blast away learning loss with 9 weeks of fun activities.
Recognized with the 2017 Golden Lamp Award, this resource emphasizes the integration of primary sources in education. It provides practical strategies for enhancing students' close reading and writing abilities while aligning with educational standards. The book serves as a valuable tool for educators seeking to enrich their teaching methods and foster critical thinking skills in their students.
Focusing on advanced learners, this second edition offers teachers practical strategies and insights for effectively addressing the needs of gifted students in diverse classrooms. It includes research on definitions of giftedness, identification methods, and specialized programs. The book features classroom scenarios, tailored suggestions, and lesson ideas to facilitate purposeful curriculum differentiation across subjects. Serving as a comprehensive guide for educators at all grade levels, it aims to clarify the differentiation process and enhance teaching practices.
An Instructional Guide for Literature : An Instructional Guide for Literature
Focusing on fostering historical connections, this instructional guide enhances the reading experience of a well-known novel through engaging lessons and activities. It equips students with skills to analyze story elements, practice close reading, and expand their vocabulary. Text-dependent questions help deepen comprehension, making literature accessible and meaningful. Overall, the guide aims to enrich students' understanding of complex narratives while developing critical analytical skills.
Focused on enhancing high-level thinking skills for students in grades 6-12, this resource equips teachers with effective strategies to foster active learning and critical analysis. It includes model lessons that incorporate questioning, decision-making, creative thinking, and problem-solving techniques. Additionally, the content aligns with College and Career Readiness and various state standards, ensuring relevance in today's educational landscape.