Books with author Charles Taylor

"In soccer and baseball, each player has their own job. They each do their part to contribute to the team. Teamwork is also important outside of sports. We use teamwork in our classroom, in our community, and at home with our family. In this book, readers are presented with different scenarios in which young people use teamwork to achieve a certain goal: When Nicole's neighbor becomes ill, everyone in the neighborhood takes on a job with the goal of helping their neighbor. Each spread contains a color photo that will teach readers the importance and rewards of working as a team"--

Following rules and laws is a vital part of being a successful citizen. Young students will learn about the history behind these rules. They'll take to heart how rules and laws are designed to keep communities like their own safe. Aligned with elementary social studies curricula, this narrative is enhanced with striking photographs and a vocabulary-building glossary. The knowledge gained from this book will help young readers become law-abiding citizens who build and support strong communities.

Students who enjoy watching colorful fireworks explode on the Fourth of July may wonder why Americans come together to celebrate certain national holidays each year. This book will keep young readers engaged as they learn about the rich history and significant people behind the holidays Americans celebrate today. The nonfiction narrative is supported by captivating photographs. This fascinating read enhances social studies curricula with a fun take on how major historical events are recognized today.

How have political leaders in the United States been selected for their important roles? This book offers students an understandable description of the United States voting process and why it's a significant part of the nation's democratic system and values. Students will thoroughly explore the process of selecting political leaders at multiple levels of government. Colorful photographs and a vocabulary-building glossary enhance the learning experience. This engaging read aligns with social studies curricula and will inspire future voters to participate in the nation's democracy.

Students who enjoy watching colorful fireworks explode on the Fourth of July may wonder why Americans come together to celebrate certain national holidays each year. This book will keep young readers engaged as they learn about the rich history and significant people behind the holidays Americans celebrate today. The nonfiction narrative is supported by captivating photographs. This fascinating read enhances social studies curricula with a fun take on how major historical events are recognized today.

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"At the playground, in the classroom, or in the kitchen: Everywhere you go, there are rules for how to behave. This book helps readers navigate some common scenarios by depicting young people in relatable, real-life situations. They meet kids like Marco, who is in the middle of an intense video game when he realizes his computer time is up for the day. What does he do? Each spread includes a brief, high-interest story along with a colorful photo, ensuring that readers will see themselves in the pages as they learn the fundamentals of following the rules"--

"At the playground, in the classroom, or in the kitchen: Everywhere you go, there are rules for how to behave. This book helps readers navigate some common scenarios by depicting young people in relatable, real-life situations. They meet kids like Marco,who is in the middle of an intense video game when he realizes his computer time is up for the day. What does he do? Each spread includes a brief, high-interest story along with a colorful photo, ensuring that readers will see themselves in the pages as they learn the fundamentals of following the rules"--

"Knowing when to say we're sorry means knowing when we've hurt someone, whether it was intentional or not. This is not always easy to do, especially for children. This book presents readers with a variety of relatable scenarios in which young people recognize the need for an apology: Louis shares an embarrassing secret about Aaron with his other classmates, who make fun of Aaron. Louis feels bad for sharing Aaron's secret. What can he do? Each colorful spread presents a different real-life situation thatwill instill in readers the importance of knowing when to say "I'm sorry."--

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Children often assume that being fair means that everyone gets the same number of cookies, but at the heart of fairness is consideration, respect, and caring for others. Your readers will encounter real-life situations in which young people figure out how to act fairly. They'll meet Ben and Jane who are playing on the swings at recess while other children wait to use the swings. What is the fair thing to do? Each spread consists of one of these relatable scenarios along with a full-color photograph. Fun, accessible text encourages readers to consider how they treat others as they discover what it means to be fair.

"When you really want to do something, it can be hard to wait. You want to do it now! But sometimes you have to think of others and wait until it is your turn. In this accessible book, readers are encouraged to think about why and when we take turns. Each colorful spread presents a different real-life situation: Juan is hot and thirsty after playing soccer. He needs a drink! But his friends are thirsty, too. Everyone takes turns at the water fountain. Through relatable scenarios like this one, readers learn how to show consideration for others by taking turns"--