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The Southwest
The Southwest boasts some of the most beautiful landscapes in the United States. It is a fast-growing region with a growing economy, and yet it still holds onto its Native American, Hispanic, and Wild West roots. Native American traditions of pottery-making, weaving, and architecture still color the region’s culture. People come from all over to enjoy its arts, food, and amazing canyons, deserts, and mountains. Readers will explore the region through in-depth text, a full-spread map that highlights the region’s major cities and landmarks, and writing prompts and sidebars that connect the text to the Common Core.
The South
The South has a unique history that has shaped its modern culture. A region with rural roots, it is now home to some of the nation’s largest corporations, but it has managed to hold onto its Southern identity. Students will explore the region’s history, its backwater bayous, and its many bustling cities. In addition, students will write about the Republic of Texas and learn how to make traditional corn spoonbread. A full-spread map will serve as a reference for learning state capitals, as well as highlighting some of the landmarks and sights that give the region its special cultural flavor.
The West Coast
The West Coast region is made up of three states, California, Oregon, and Washington, well-known for their natural beauty. Their coastal location invited early settlement, and the region’s natural wonders are arguably matched by its many manmade ones. The Golden Gate Bridge and the streetcars rolling up and down the hills of San Francisco evoke times past, and the Space Needle in Washington is a testimony to human ingenuity. With a true mix of cultures brought to the area by enormous opportunities there, the West Coast has many large cities and a thriving economy. Yet the people in the region value the outdoors and spend time swimming, surfing, biking, hiking, and skiing. Readers will gain a comprehensive view of the region and how geographic features shape human settlement and culture.
New England
When people think of New England, they may think of crisp fall days, cranberry bogs, or whale watching. Glaciers shaped the land thousands of years ago, leaving behind forests and mountains, fertile valleys, rivers, and many excellent harbors. Native Americans were the first to recognize the richness of this land, and Europeans followed, using the ample resources to build houses, farms, and towns. Eventually, they harnessed the water to fuel an Industrial Revolution. Readers will learn about the region’s history, plants, and animals, as well as its unique culture and major cities and sights.
The Mid-Atlantic
The Mid-Atlantic region is a mixture of large, bustling cities, and sparsely populated rural areas. Its coastal areas, including Ellis Island and New York City, are centers of immigration and trade. Rivers and the Erie Canal helped connect the port cities to the interior parts of this region and to the rest of the nation. Through writing prompts and sidebars, readers will be asked to consider what life was like after the Erie Canal opened, and they will also find out about a local Native American myth related to Niagara Falls. These added elements help strengthen readers’ skills with informational text and tie directly to the Common Core standards.
The Midwest
The Midwest is known as the breadbasket of America because it produces many of the cereal crops used to feed our nation. It is also a leader in manufacturing. This region is divided into two areas, which are the Great Lakes region and the Great Plains region. The plains are home to many farms and ranches, while the Great Lakes and the surrounding river system have led many cities to spring up there. Readers will find out about the ways in which a region’s geography shape its settlement, industries, and culture. Sidebars and recipes extend the learning and strengthen the reader’s understanding of the region.
The Pacific Coast Highway
The Pacific Coast Highway, or PCH, has inspired five songs, two albums, and many people who travel its scenic length in California. Part of California Route 1, the Pacific Coast Highway is one of the most beautiful drives travelers can take in the United States, as much of it overlooks the Pacific Ocean! The full-color photographs of this route will transport readers to the West Coast as the main content describes the highways history and trajectory. Tips for road trips along the PCH and cool destination ideas are included, in addition to fun fact boxes that give even more information.
People and Places of the Southwest
"This book takes a tour of the southwest region of the United States"--
People and Places of the Midwest
"This book takes a tour of the Midwest region of the United States"--
High Stakes
High Stakes is a critical ethnography of an underfunded public elementary school in this era of accountability and high stakes testing. The book was written during the year the authors served as third and fourth grade teachers, and it juxtaposes the experiences of mostly minority children of poverty and their teachers with an examination of high stakes testing policies and the loss of a comprehensive education to political dictates.
