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Samurai

Don McLeese

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606944356

This book discusses the lives of samurai warriors through a story about two samurai who served Oda Nobunaga, a powerful samurai leader.

Slavery in America

Katie Marsico

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606944479

his book discusses the era of slavery in America and the impact it had on the future of the nation.

Mi Calendario: Los días festivos/My Calender: Holidays

Luana K. Mitten

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604724943

Popular holidays throughout the year are highlighted for the emergent reader with engaging text and matching photos.

Vikings

Don McLeese

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606944349

This brief introduction to the Vikings and their gods includes a story about the family of Eric the Red.

Spartans

Don McLeese

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606944363

This book describes the life of a Spartan warrior and includes a short story that follows two Spartan boys from the age of seven to the battle of Thermopylae.

Vol. 4: Fox to Indian Territory

Sandy Sepehri (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604724219

Learn about Native American history and culture, past and present.

Pictures of America

Jean Robertson (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627179690

In early America, pictures were not as prevalent as they are today. Throughout history, people have come to recognize certain places and things by the symbols that represent them.

El respeto a la diversidad

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627175739

Do you face challenging situations? Human diversity encompasses all the ways that people differ from one another. Rather than avoiding these challenges, it is important to recognize that progress comes from embracing and celebrating diversity. See why diversity is important and learn how to respect people who are different from you. This title will allow students to identify the main purpose of a text, including what the author wants to answer, explain, or describe.

My Life as a Native American

Ann H. Matzke (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103994

Native Americans are always a big topic with students. What they hunted, wore, tribal dances, and maps that show where the different tribes settled are all included in this book. Fact-filled text boxes give additional information on these unique peoples

One Land, Many Cultures

Maureen Picard Robins (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618104014

This title addresses how America Is a melting pot filled with people from all over the world. Learning about their native language, the foods they eat, and their customs are just some of the issues addressed in this book. Maps that show the different parts of the world where their ancestors came from are an added feature.

My Life as an Immigrant

Nancy Kelly Allen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618104007

Immigrants sailed from faraway lands to come to America for opportunity. This book includes their experiences at Ellis Island, the struggles of finding employment, and learning a new language in a strange new world.

Afghanistan

Michael Burgan (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604723496

Provides the most current information on the people, culture, and conflicts of Afghanistan. Maps, photographs, and other text features help to support understanding.

Pakistan

Alan Wachtel (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 1604723521

Pakistan's current situation is addressed using information about its history, culture, and people.

Iran

Dale Anderson (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604723502

The ancient history and current events of the country of Iran are explained in this book. Its impact on the rest of the world is emphasized using the most up to date information.

Israel

Alan Wachtel

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604723519

One of the most sacred yet volatile countries in the world is Israel. Its history helps the reader to understand the current crisis it faces.