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Digging for Diamonds
Few objects can catch the fancy and capture the imagination quite as much as diamonds. Since their first discovery, these precious gems have inspired passion, evoked jealousy, and spurred conflict. Readers will study how diamonds are formed, extracted, and processed. Stunning sparkling photographs of the glittering gemstones add dimension to the book's comprehensive content. The book's relevant subject matter makes it a must-have for growing science enthusiasts studying elementary Earth science topics.
American Indian Rights Movement
American Indians have faced injustice from the moment Europeans came to the Americas to claim land and resources. This volume traces the history of injustice against American Indians, from losing their land, to moving to reservations, to having their culture stolen from them. Readers will learn how the movement for rights began, and the challenges and successes activists faced. Primary sources and photographs from the movement will bring readers back in time to fully grasp the importance of events. The book concludes by challenging readers to think about how they could help advance American Indian rights today.
Chickasaw
The Chickasaw Nation is the thirteenth largest federally recognized tribe in the United States. This text provides a comprehensive history of the Chickasaw people, whose roots date back before recorded history. Written to support elementary social studies curricula, the text covers the history of the Chickasaw Nation in the Southeastern Woodlands, the tribe’s ways of life, customs, and traditions, as well as the present and future of today’s people in Oklahoma. Primary sources, historical photographs, and modern images hold readers’ attention as they learn about these important people.
Ancient Inca Geography
Machu Picchu is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Nestled in the Andes Mountains, the Inca people built a settlement that’s in perfect harmony with the surrounding landscape. This title explores the geography of the ancient Inca civilization, which extended well beyond Machu Picchu. Covering land from present-day Peru to present-day Chile, the diverse landscape affected all aspects of Incan society, from daily life to terrace farming and irrigation. Readers will learn how geography and climate played a role in the development of this civilization. Colorful images and engaging text based on social studies curricula support classroom learning.
Making Fire in the Wild
Building fire is an essential survival skill. Whether the fire is used at a campsite or to signal for help, anyone heading into the wild must have fire-starting knowledge. This title teaches readers basic fire-building skills. They learn the science of fire, the materials needed to build one, and most importantly, fire safety practices. Multiple fire-making skills are covered in this text, which aims to prepare readers for any situation they encounter. Simple diagrams, detailed photographs, and fact boxes provide opportunities for additional learning. With a focus on safety and preparedness, this text is sure to delight budding wilderness adventurers.
Educate the Heart
In a world where children are rushed from place to place, often on devices, teachers need to create an environment where they are given time and allowed to focus, to think, to create, and to learn. This book provides over 100-screen free ideas and activities to help teachers of students in preK-Grade 6 inspire authentic learning in their classroom. Teachers will learn how to promote peace all day by empowering students to handle conflict through kindness. They will see how effectively implementing collaborative work space can transform the classroom into a respectful learning community. There are literature –based lesson plans which cover a great variety of subjects and skills, such as rea...
Women in Business
Throughout history, women were kept in the home and out of the workplace. Over time, however, women began breaking out of their traditional roles and entering spaces traditionally occupied by men—including the boardroom. This biographical text looks at the lives of the fascinating females who broke barriers in business. Coco Chanel, Estee Lauder, Oprah Winfrey, Melinda Gates, and Sheryl Sandberg are just some of the groundbreakers covered in this text. Age-appropriate text, colorful visuals, fact boxes, and a comprehensive timeline complete the learning experience.
It's Summer
" Readers learn all about what makes Summer special and are encouraged to draw connections between the text and their own lives." -- Amazon.com.
Why Do Plants Have Leaves?
There are thousands of plant species in the world, and each one has leaves that look different from other kinds of plants. No matter what leaves look like, they’re one of a plant’s most important parts. This text covers key life science concepts such as photosynthesis. Readers will see different shapes and sizes of leaves through highly detailed color photographs, which complement the text. By the end of the book, readers will see that there’s more to leaves than meets the eye!
My Scooter
Kids love scooters. They’ll love reading about them, too, with this fun and engaging text. Age-appropriate text explains the mechanics of scooters and provides a fresh perspective on safety tips and cool tricks. Colorful images show kids having fun on scooters, encouraging readers to get out and try one out for themselves. A picture glossary, index, and educational websites supplement the engaging material.
