Harriet Tubman was one of the greatest figures in the movement to end slavery in the United States, but what about before that? What happened when Tubman was younger? What did she do then that led to her being famous later on? Also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
Holidays, celebrations, and symbols are highlighted in this up-to-date fact-filled introduction to the United States. Spotlight on the United States of America looks at the colonial history of the U.S., its government, and some of its important leaders. Many colorful pictures, maps, and illustrations the different regions, climates, cities, and wildlife of this fascinating country.
Meet Dayce! He goes to school and plays baseball. He also has diabetes. Learn about his family, his favorite activities, and his dreams for the future. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Meet Cecilia! She goes to school and likes to bake cupcakes. She also has Down Syndrome. Learn about her family, her friends, and her dreams for the future. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Meet Luna! She goes to school and likes to learn about animals. She also has cancer. Learn about her family, her favorite activities, and her dreams for the future. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Meet Finn! He goes to school and likes to make silly videos. He also has ADHD. Learn about his guinea pigs, his soccer team, and his dreams for the future. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Meet Summer! She goes to school and likes to draw cartoons. She also has autism. Learn about her family, her favorite lunch, and her dreams for the future. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Meet Avi! He goes to school and likes to invent things. He also has a learning disability. Learn about his family, his friends, and his dreams for the future. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Look up in the sky! It's kites flying high! Luca and Lucky celebrate Caribbean culture as they fly their kite for all to see! After Reading Quiz. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Read about the men and women who have improved our lives through science including Dr. Daniel Hale Williams, astronaut Mae Jemison, inventor George Washington Carver, psychologists Kenneth and Mamie Clark, and many more.
Discover the courageous stories of elite Black athletes who battled prejudice and exclusion to become heroes and champions in their sport. Some have used their platform to bring attention to global, social, economic, and health issues. Others brought glory and fame to their countries. Read about such heroes in sports as boxer Muhammad Ali, tennis great Serena Williams, sprinter Usain Bolt, gymnast Simone Biles, and many more.
Find out about the life of Martin Luther King Jr. from how he fought racism and led the civil rights movement in the United States to his tragic death and how he is remembered now around the world. The book has photographs and a simple text suitable for young children.
Find out about the life of American poet and writer Maya Angelou and her work as an activist in the US civil rights movement. The book has photographs and a simple text suitable for young children.
There are all kinds of families. Families can be big or small and they can change over time. Some families live together and others live apart. In every family there are people who love each other. Who's in your family?
People hold all kinds of beliefs. We may be Buddhists, Christians, Hindus, Jews, Muslims, or Sikhs, or belong to other religions. Some people have non-religious beliefs. We can show what we believe by how we dress, what we eat, how we behave, and how we treat other people. What are your beliefs?
I Read! You Read! books are designed for shared reading between a beginning reader and an adult. Meet Avi! He goes to school and likes to invent things. He also has a learning disability. Learn about his family, his friends, and his dreams for the future. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
I Read! You Read! books are designed for shared reading between a beginning reader and an adult. Meet Summer! She goes to school and likes to draw cartoons. She also has autism. Learn about her family, her favorite lunch, and her dreams for the future. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Turbo the turtle loves to surf the ocean current with his friends. Learn about his adventures as you practice reading words with "ur." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Mr. South is a baseball scout. Join him at a tryout for new players as you practice reading words with "ou." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
A storm is coming. Will it turn into a tornado? Take cover as you practice reading words with "or." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Booker took a long walk in the woods. Join him on his stroll as you practice reading words in which "oo" makes a short vowel sound. This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Meet the Nerd family. Each family member is an expert about a different subject. Learn about their nerdy interests as you practice reading words with "er." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
What does a nighthawk see on its nighttime flight? Find out as you practice reading words with "igh." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Will Gracie and Katie agree to watch a movie about a zombie, a genie, or a foodie? Join their debate as you practice reading words with the long e sound spelled "ie." This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Oi the droid is very smart! Practice reading words with "oi" as you learn some fun facts. This book uses the Dyslexie font to make reading easier for people with dyslexia. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
