16th Century Superstar: Da Vinci
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.
Item Number:25630
ISBN:9781493836307
You Are There! March on Washington, August 28, 1963
On August 28, 1963, some 250,000 people marched peacefully from the Washington Monument to the Lincoln Memorial in the name of equality for African Americans. Teach students about the March on Washington with this leveled nonfiction reader.
Item Number:25929
ISBN:9781493839292
You Are There! Pompeii 79
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.
Item Number:25615
ISBN:9781493836154
You Are There! London 1666
In 1666, as London slept, a single spark escaped from a baker's oven and by morning, London was in flames! Bring history to life with this nonfiction title that builds literacy skills while engaging students in reading about the Great Fire of London.
Item Number:25616
ISBN:9781493836161
18th Century Superstar: Mozart
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was one of history's greatest composers. Uncover the early influences that helped this prodigy develop into a genius for the ages, and understand his true impact in this personal and musically inspired biography.
Item Number:25631
ISBN:9781493836314
Fannie Lou Hamer: Fighting for the Rights of Others
Introduce students to the story of Fannie Lou Hamer! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader details the legacy of this musician and civil rights activist. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and more helpful features."
Item Number:121670
ISBN:9781087605128
Voting for President
Teach students that every vote matters! This engaging Grade 4 nonfiction reader describes the process and history of U.S. presidential elections. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other key features."
Item Number:122985
ISBN:9781087607153
Changing Laws
Explore how can ordinary citizens make laws! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader explains how laws change across state lines and how people can make state and local laws. Includes a related fiction story, an extension activity, and other essential features.
Item Number:123967
ISBN:9781087615370
Making Decisions
Empower students to be confident decision makers! This thoughtful Grade 4 nonfiction reader emphasizes the importance of making responsible decisions. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other key features."
Item Number:123968
ISBN:9781087615387
State and Local Leaders
Teach students about the people who run state and local governments! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader details the responsibilities of state and local leaders. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other features."
Item Number:123969
ISBN:9781087615394
What's the Deal with Voting?
Show students how people vote and how the government protects the vote! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader explains key features of U.S. elections and why voting is important. Includes a related fiction story, a Civics in Action" activity, and more."
Item Number:123971
ISBN:9781087615417
Citizens of Planet Earth
Explore Earth's challenges and teach students how they can help! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader describes problems facing the worldwide community. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other key features."
Item Number:123972
ISBN:9781087615424
Wise Words from U.S. Presidents
Explore famous quotes from American presidents! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader analyzes how U.S. presidents use the power of words. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other essential features."
Item Number:123973
ISBN:9781087615431
How Do Governments Spend Money?
Teach students how the U.S. government raises and spends money! This interesting Grade 4 nonfiction reader details how each level of government uses money. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other features."
Item Number:123974
ISBN:9781087615448
Media Matters
Help students learn to decipher what news is real and what's fake! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader explores how to determine if information is true or not. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other features."
Item Number:123975
ISBN:9781087615455
Saving a Species
Learn how Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute is working hard to save animal species from extinction. This high-interest STEAM reader builds literacy skills and features a hands-on STEAM activity.
Item Number:28921
ISBN:9781493867066
Life in a Cube
Learn how studying life in one cubic foot can teach us about life on the entire planet! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this high-interest STEAM reader builds literacy skills and features a hands-on STEAM challenge.
Item Number:28922
ISBN:9781493867073
Saving Migratory Birds
Learn how ornithologists are using modern technology to help migratory birds. Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this book builds literacy skills and uses real-world examples to show how the engineering design process is used to solve problems.
Item Number:28923
ISBN:9781493867080
Digging Up Dinosaurs
Learn how scientists and museum curators bring dinosaur fossils from the ground into museum exhibits for all to see! Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this high-interest STEAM reader builds literacy skills and features a hands-on STEAM challenge.
Item Number:28924
ISBN:9781493867097
Inka Terraces
Learn how engineers are turning to ancient Inka history for ideas on how to solve modern day problems! Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this high-interest STEAM reader builds literacy skills and features a hands-on STEAM challenge.
Item Number:28925
ISBN:9781493867103
Designing National Parks
Learn how the National Park Service (NPS) has been guiding and enhancing visitors' experiences for more than 100 years! Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this STEAM reader builds literacy skills and features a challenging hands-on STEAM challenge.
Item Number:28926
ISBN:9781493867110
Living and Working in Space
Discover how astronauts function in a challenging environment that includes weightlessness, cramped quarters, and zero privacy. Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this STEAM reader builds literacy skills and features a hands-on STEAM challenge.
Item Number:28927
ISBN:9781493867127
Making Music with Magnets
Magnets are the sparks that bring electric guitars to life! Follow the current to learn more about the world of making music with magnets! Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this book builds literacy skills and features a hands-on STEAM challenge.
Item Number:28928
ISBN:9781493867134
Color-Changing Cephalopods
Read about the scientists who are closely studying cephalopods to learn how to mimic their amazing changeability." Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this high-interest STEAM reader builds literacy skills and features a hands-on STEAM challenge."
Item Number:28929
ISBN:9781493867141