Immigrants from Mexico and Central America
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Leaving their native land -- Three immigration stories -- Life in the United States -- The future of immigration.
Emma Carlson Berne Books
Emma Carlson Berne crafts suspenseful young adult thrillers that delve into the complexities of human relationships. Her narratives are characterized by a compelling pacing and an ability to keep readers on the edge of their seats. Berne explores themes of identity, secrets, and psychological tension with a keen eye for detail. Her engaging stories often probe what lies beneath the surface of seemingly ordinary lives.
Exploring the distinction between civil rights and legal rights, this book delves into the impact of gender, age, and discrimination within the framework of the U.S. Constitution. Through engaging language and vibrant photos, it guides readers in understanding the nation's civil rights laws and their role in safeguarding citizens. The book aims to educate young readers about the importance of these rights in promoting equality and justice.
An oil spill in the ocean means destruction for both animals and their habitats - and lots of work for Seaside Sanctuary, where Elsa Roth's parents work. When pelicans are gravely hurt in the spill and brought into the sanctuary, Elsa and her friends are given important roles in caring for the birds.
How fair can you be? Take on the challenge to be the most awesome you, you can be. Approachable text filled with examples from the child's world paired with engaging photos makes important SEL learning fun. Plus, a bonus activity at the end lets young readers practice their new skills.
"Anchors aweigh! Let's call a spade a spade. Last one out is a rotten egg! We've all heard cliché's before -lots and lots of times. That's the thing. We've heard them so often they've become meaningless. Learn what a cliché was before it became one, and practice weeding cliches out of your writing in favor of more precise language. Examples of cliché-ridden and cliché-free language abound in this title, along with fun exercises to help strengthen your poetry and prose"--Back cover.
From one-room schoolhouses to big buildings with lots of classrooms, schools have come a long way between then and now. Carefully leveled text and engaging historic images help readers explore the role of school through the ages in this fun and informative series. Encourage readers to compare and contrast the past and present!
American Girl® Kaya™ and her horse go on an adventure in this Step 3 Step into Reading leveled reader that takes place in pre-colonial America—and includes a bonus pull-out poster! Kaya is a Nez Perce girl who takes pride in helping out and supporting the tribe—and also in her beloved horse, Steps High. But when she chooses racing her horse over family responsibilities, Kaya has to prove herself to earn her tribe’s respect. Kaya’s story of adventure in the wilderness is sure to engage today's readers as they learn what it was like to be a Native American girl in 1764 in this Step 3 Step into Reading leveled reader. Great for American Girl fans ages 5 to 8, this storybook includes a pull-out poster! This exciting Step into Reading is based on an American Girl story by Janet Shaw. Step 3 readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics for children who are ready to read on their own. Introduced in 1986, American Girl’s flagship line of historical characters features 18-inch dolls, books, and accessories that give girls a dramatic understanding of the role women and girls played in shaping our country. Look out for these other great books: • Samantha Helps a Friend (American Girl) 9780593381878 • Freedom for Addy (American Girl) 9780593381915 • Molly’s Christmas Surprise (American Girl) 9780593381960
Election Campaigns: A Kid's Guide
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Vote for me! It's election time, and campaign ads are everywhere. But what does fundraising, door knocking, and campaigning have to do with getting elected? Readers learn all about political campaigns and how they play a part in our elections.
Escaping the Nazis on the Kindertransport
- 112 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Tells the stories--in their own words--of several of the thousands of Jewish children rescued from Nazi Germany between 1938 and 1940 and brought to new homes in the United Kingom. Memoir pieces, poems, photographs, and other primary sources bring their stories to life in digital format.
Nobody believes they are influenced by advertising, but everybody is wrong about that. Advertising assaults us daily, on tv, on the internet, on the streets of our cities; everywhere we look and even when we don't think we're looking. Easy-to-understand text, simple infographics, and lots of examples helps kids learn how to crack the code of advertising and learn how to use their brains to decide what to buy rather than being manipulated into wanting things they don't need.