Genetics at Work explores the role that genetics plays in our growing world. The field of genetics is an ever-changing and rapidly expanding branch of science. From farming to crime fighting and disease prevention, genetics is shaping our future. Students will have the opportunity to learn more about these advancements while practicing the skills of summarizing and identifying main ideas and su…
Thrilling historical details and descriptions of city life of the past enhance the stories of three major urban fires. The fires of Rome, London, and Chicago led to tragic loss of life and property, but as the text shows, they also led to reforms and the fire safety our cities use today. Fire safety tips conclude the book.
Historic Peacemakers highlights six Nobel Peace Prize winners: Wangarĩ Muta Maathai, Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King, Jr., Óscar Romero, Mairead Corrigan, and Betty Williams. It also presents information on peer mediation groups and appeals to readers to find the peacemaker within themselves. Historic photographs support the text.
The world as we know it today is a direct result of the Industrial Revolution, a time of great change and innovation. While the Industrial Revolution improved the standard of living for many people around the world, it also had negative effects, including an ongoing dependency on fossil fuels and poor work environments. The Industrial Revolution introduces students to a detailed history of this…
InFLUenza provides basic facts pertaining to the flu, or influenza-including what it is, how it spreads, and how it changes. The book provides students with useful information about how their body naturally fights flu viruses, as well as how the flu can be prevented and treated. Photographs, diagrams, charts, and maps support the text.
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.