Are you an introvert or an extrovert? You may be an ambivert! Understanding how we interact with others, process information, and feel energized can be important information for leading a satisfying life. Introverts and Extroverts provides students with important information about the strengths and challenges of being an introvert and being an extrovert. The book can also be used to teach stude…
Beginning as a game played among First Nations tribes, Lacrosse has steadily grown in popularity. Today, people of many ages around the world play the sport. Engage students with the incredible images and diagrams that accompany the text.
The Great Plains of the United States has been home to Native nations for thousands of years. The Lakota provides information about one of the three different groups that make up the Oceti Sakowin Nation. This informational text will teach readers about the Lakota way of life, their traditions, and how they continue to protect their culture. The book can also be used to teach students how to id…
M Is for Mexico is an introduction to the country's history, geography, and culture. Written from the point of view of Juan Rodriguez, a fifth grader from Mexico, the book encourages readers to visit the country to see all it has to offer. Some of the highlights include some of the ancient pyramids and cities, the Copper Canyon, the cenotes, and the amazing beaches. Photographs, maps, and illus…
Microbes: Friend or Foe? is an informational book that gives readers a close look at microbes-including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. The book provides examples of how microbes are both helpful and harmful. It explains how they are spread and how bad microbes are fought using vaccines and antibiotics. Photographs, a map, and a chart support the text.
Filled with mountains, deserts, and beaches, Morocco is a land with an ancient history. Students will enjoy learning about Morocco's amazing food, culture, animals, and all this northern African country has to offer.
Pyramids explains why, how, and by whom the Egyptian pyramids were built. It also explains how bodies were prepared for burial inside the pyramids. The book discusses the importance of studying the pyramids as a way of learning about ancient Egyptians and their culture. Pyramids built by other cultures, such as the Aztecs and the Mayans, are also discussed. Illustrations and photographs enhance…
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 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…
Satellites informs the reader in detail about various artificial satellites and provides some of the history of these satellites. The book also describes how we use satellites in our lives today and the ways satellites may be used in our future. Readers learn even more as they view the exceptional photographs.