Rocky Mountain National Park

Edition

ed.1

Series Title

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Call Number

823 McC R

Scuba

People of all ages learn to scuba dive for many reasons. For instance, they may want to see amazing habitats, swim with beautiful marine life, or explore shipwrecks on the ocean floor. Scuba takes a look at the history of diving: the equipment, how to get certified as a scuba diver, and the effects caused by diving. The book can also be used to teach students how to identify cause-and-effect re…

Vanishing Languages

Linguists predict that by 2100, half of all the languages in the world will be extinct. Through colonization and domination, indigenous languages have a history of being eradicated alongside their rich culture and tradition. Vanishing Languages details this history while looking at present-day efforts to revive endangered languages. Students will be asked to consider the importance of preservin…

The Birmingham Children's Crusade

Growing up as a Black child in Birmingham, Alabama, during the early half of the twentieth century was incredibly dangerous. Segregation was still prevalent, and the treatment of Black Americans was horrific. Children watched as their elders faced discrimination and hate daily, until they too decided to take a stand. The Birmingham Children's Crusade tells of how Black children bravely proteste…

Rachel Carson

By writing about science in a clear and engaging way, Rachel Carson helped the American public understand the effects pesticides and herbicides can have on our environment. Her courage and perseverance in the face of hostile opposition also helped inspire the environmental movement. Rachel Carson gives students a glimpse into the life and work of a woman who brought attention to important envir…

The Round Earth

The Round Earth is an informative book that presents proof that Earth is round by using the scientific method. Students will have the opportunity to learn about early observations by Greek philosophers, such as Aristotle and Eratosthenes, as well as practical proof from the modern age. The book can also be used to teach students how to determine main idea and details and the various uses of par…

Anne Frank

Many students are familiar with the tragedies and terrors of World War II. Anne Frank tells the story of an incredible girl who wrote a diary about her experiences during this dark time in history. Students will be able to put a face to one of the victims of the Holocaust. They will also have the opportunity to identify the author's purpose as well as to summarize to better understand the text.

The Judicial Branch

The judicial branch, founded by the U.S. Constitution, manages the country's court system, interprets its laws, and protects the rights of its people. Its judges, including the Supreme Court justices, review legal cases and make sure that true justice is done. As one of the three branches of the federal government, the judicial branch helps establish a balance of power in the United States.

The United Nations

The United Nations provides students with an overview of the global organization that has been serving the world since 1945. Detailed information and helpful graphics will keep students engaged as they learn more about the UN and its many roles in striving for international cooperation. This book can also be used to teach students how to summarize a text as well as identify the main idea and de…

Battle Over Britain

In 1940, Adolph Hitler led Nazi Germany in an attempt to overtake Great Britain as part of their plan to conquer Europe. Despite the fall of their allies, the British people would not surrender. Battle Over Britain describes the events of the Battle of Britain and the Blitz, two military campaigns in which the Germans and the British fought in an air war above Great Britain. This riveting histo…