Books with author Curtis Slepian

Examine the lives of commoners and kings from the Middle Kingdom with You Are There! Ancient China 305 BC. Take a tour of the different dynasties and important aspects of Ancient Chinese culture, such as calligraphy, language, philosophers, Confucius' sayings, and more. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and Lori Oczkus, and featuring TIME content, this book builds reading skills and includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The detailed sidebars, fascinating images, and Dig Deeper section prompt students to connect back to the text and encourage multiple readings. Check It Out! includes suggested resources for further reading. Aligned with state standards, this title features complex content appropriate for students preparing for college and career readiness.

In this nonfiction text, Hamilton Vs. Jefferson, readers will study the differences between two very important but distinct founding fathers: Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson. Through the use of dynamic primary sources like maps and letters, middle school students will be engaged as they read about history and build their literacy skills. Supporting current social studies standards, this full-color text includes intriguing images, interesting sidebars, a glossary, and other important text features to support learning and strengthen key comprehension skills. Challenging activities require students to use text evidence to connect back to what they've read.

Build literacy skills while immersing students in subject area content! Written from the perspectives of different individuals, this nonfiction reader examines the events leading up to the Battle of Gettysburg, highlights the critical components of the battle, and details the aftermath and its effects. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and featuring TIME content, this high-interest book includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The intriguing sidebars, detailed images, and in-depth Reader's Guide require students to connect back to the text and encourage multiple readings. The Think Link and Dig Deeper! sections develop students' higher-order thinking skills. The Check It Out! section includes suggested books, videos, and websites for further reading. Aligned with state standards, You Are There! Gettysburg, July 3, 1863 features complex and rigorous content appropriate for students preparing for college and career readiness.

You're about to enter the exciting world of ancient China! Go back in time to one of the most tumultuous and significant periods in Chinese history. You'll experience firsthand the conflict and creativity that shaped this civilization - from kings and nobles to great philosophers and humble farmers. Featuring TIME content, this high-interest book builds critical literacy skills and academic vocabulary and is purposefully leveled to engage different types of learners. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and Lori Oczkus, the text includes a table of contents, captions, glossary, index, and images to deepen understanding. The detailed sidebars feature fun facts that develop higher-order thinking. The Try It! culminating activity provides additional language-development activities. Aligned with McREL and WIDA/TESOL standards, this text features complex content appropriate for middle school students.

Unravel the conflicting differences between these two founding fathers in the book Hamilton vs. Jefferson! This informational text compares and contrasts the lives, ideologies, and contributions of two of America's most influential founding fathers. This nonfiction reader examines their political rivalry and includes letters, photographs, newspaper articles, maps, and other primary sources that will captivate students while building their critical-literacy skills. This book includes: text features such as captions, bold print, a glossary, and an index increase understanding and build academic vocabulary; a "Your Turn!" activity challenges students to connect to a primary source through a writing activity. A must-read, this engaging book is sure to deepen students' understanding social studies content and challenge them to analyze multiple perspectives through the use of primary source images, a primary source activity, and a document-based assessment.

FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. You Are There! Ancient China 305 BC builds critical literacy skills with this exciting nonfiction reader designed to enthrall sixth grade students. Keep your students at the edge of their seats with fascinating content that will keep them engaged from the first page to the last. Showcasing how life was life in Ancient China, students will be whisked away to the past with this informational text that examines the dynasties of the ""Middle Kingdom,"" calligraphy, Confucius' sayings, and other aspects of Chinese culture.

From Time for Kids comes this incredible new collection of facts, dates, people, maps, and more! The comprehensive 2005 edition includes a U.S. history timeline, mythology, and even more full-color photographs, diagrams, and illustrations than ever before. You ll discover in-depth information on: · Architects and their masterpieces · Fossils · The three branches of our government · Heroes of the Civil Rights Movement · Tornadoes · The solar system · And more! Plus, you ll still enjoy the exclusive Homework Helper and tons of TFK puzzles and games that you ve come to depend on in previous volumes. It s the ultimate reference guide for curious kids of all ages!

Loaded with hundreds of current maps, charts, statistics, photos, and Web links, a one-of-a-kind collection provides a wealth of fascinating facts about space, dinosaurs, presidents, inventions, and more, including a photo-filled "Who's News" chapter that gives the latest on kids' favorite actors, singers, authors, musicians, leaders, and others. Simultaneous.

ook out!TIME FOR KIDS Magazine, the classroom publication of TIME Magazine, and Information Please-® have pooled together their vast resources to create a comprehensive, groundbreaking Almanac.This one-of-a-kind collection provides students in grades 3-7 (and their curious parents) with a wealth of fascinating facts about Space, Dinosaurs, Presidents, Inventions and much, much more.The photo-filled 'Who's News' chapter gives the up-to-date skinny on kids' favorite actors, singers, authors, musicians, leaders, and more.Loaded with hundreds of current maps, charts, statistics, photos, and Web links, this handy full-color book will help students boost their brainpower in school and at home.The TIME FOR KIDS Almanac's unique Homework Helper offers students tips on how to tackle tough assignments.Throughout the book, kids will find engaging puzzles and games that inspire their curiosity and keep them spellbound for hours. Kids feel sophisticated because the Almanac talks to them in a language they understand.The Almanac echoes the magazine with its credible content, world's top journalists and photographers. It is an Almanac that will resonate equally among teachers, parents, and students.

ook out!TIME FOR KIDS Magazine, the classroom publication of TIME Magazine, and Information Please-® have pooled together their vast resources to create a comprehensive, groundbreaking Almanac.This one-of-a-kind collection provides students in grades 3-7 (and their curious parents) with a wealth of fascinating facts about Space, Dinosaurs, Presidents, Inventions and much, much more.The photo-filled 'Who's News' chapter gives the up-to-date skinny on kids' favorite actors, singers, authors, musicians, leaders, and more.Loaded with hundreds of current maps, charts, statistics, photos, and Web links, this handy full-color book will help students boost their brainpower in school and at home.The TIME FOR KIDS Almanac's unique Homework Helper offers students tips on how to tackle tough assignments.Throughout the book, kids will find engaging puzzles and games that inspire their curiosity and keep them spellbound for hours. Kids feel sophisticated because the Almanac talks to them in a language they understand.The Almanac echoes the magazine with its credible content, world's top journalists and photographers. It is an Almanac that will resonate equally among teachers, parents, and students.