Books with author H Schwartz

With The War of 1812: By the Dawn's Early Light e-Book, students will explore the war that inspired our national anthem. This fascinating nonfiction reader will examine the events that led up to the war and what happened afterwards, including Francis Scott Key penning the iconic "The Star-Spangled Banner." Breathe life into the pages of history with primary source documents that offer significant clues of what America was like during the 1800s. Authentic artifacts, including maps, government documents, and other primary sources offer an intimate glimpse of life during this turbulent time in America's history. Students will build content knowledge across geography, history, and other social studies strands, with content that can be leveled for different types of learners. This reader contains text features, including captions, bold print, glossary, and index to increase comprehension and academic vocabulary. A "Your Turn!" activity continues to challenge students as they extend their learning. Aligned to McREL, WIDA/TESOL, NCSS/C3 Framework, and other state standards, this e-Book readies students for college and career readiness.

James is a lucky boy. He has Mommy and Daddy and Grandma and Auntie who all love him. He has a best friend, Angela. James lives in the city, near enough to a fairground to ride there in a yellow car. He's near a bus line, too. An express! And what's more, he already has four stories written about him in one book, pictured in charming detail, and just right for participation by other boys and girls of James's lucky age.

When a renegade band of four-fingered raccoons steals his laboratory assistant, Toadley Smith immediately sets out to get him back. Armed with explosives of his own design and assisted by Maria, the amphibian he desperately wants to date, Toadley charges into the wild woodland beyond Toad Hollow. Together they must outwit a den of scheming snakes, evade four self-conscious bats and escape the monster they thought was fiction – a human child! Toadley has two days before his ward becomes an unwilling actor and then a menu item. But as Toadley always says, never underestimate a toad…When he’s not writing, author DM Schwartz practices medicine, crashes his mountain bike and draws pictures for his four children. When it comes to toads, they maintain a strict catch-and-release policy. Summer of the Toad is his first novel for younger readers.

Provide an engaging nonfiction reader for your students as they explore some of the causes of the Civil War. With the Causes of the Civil War: A House Divided e-Book, students will examine the divisive events in the nineteenth century that led up to the war, including the Missouri Compromise, the Compromise of 1850, the Kansas-Nebraska Act, the Dred Scott decision, and more. Breathe life into the pages of history with primary source documents that offer significant clues on what life might have been like during this turbulent time in American history. Authentic artifacts, including maps, government documents, and other primary sources offer an intimate glimpse of life during this era. Students will build content knowledge across geography, history, and other social studies strands, with content that can be leveled for a variety of learning styles, as well as below-level, above-level, and English language learners. This reader contains text features, including captions, bold print, glossary, and index to increase comprehension and academic vocabulary. A "Your Turn!" activity continues to challenge students as they extend their learning. Aligned to McREL, WIDA/TESOL, NCSS/C3 Framework, and other state standards, this text readies students for college and career readiness.

From King Louis XVI to Naploean Bonaparte, readers will discover the incredible people, ideas, and battles that lived and occurred during the French Revolution. The captivating photos and images and compelling facts work in conjunction with the supportive text, glossary, and index to provide an engaging and exciting reading experience as children learn about the storming of the Bastille, the Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizens, Robespierre, and King Louis XVI's wife, Marie Antoinette.

An exuberant celebration of busy babies on the move! Busy babies have so much to do, from blowing bubbles to making trouble, whether they are in buggies or in snugglies! Join a rambunctious group of little ones as they go about the day, doing all of the wonderful things babies do. This adorable picture book features bouncy, rhyming text that makes it the perfect read-aloud to share with the busy baby in your life.

When a renegade band of four-fingered raccoons steals his laboratory assistant, Toadley Smith immediately sets out to get him back. Armed with explosives of his own design and assisted by Maria, the amphibian he desperately wants to date, Toadley charges into the wild woodland beyond Toad Hollow. Together they must outwit a den of scheming snakes, evade four self-conscious bats and escape the monster they thought was fiction – a human child! Toadley has two days before his ward becomes an unwilling actor and then a menu item. But as Toadley always says, never underestimate a toad…When he’s not writing, author DM Schwartz practices medicine, crashes his mountain bike and draws pictures for his four children. When it comes to toads, they maintain a strict catch-and-release policy. Summer of the Toad is his first novel for younger readers.

Through hard work and determination, Lizzie Johnson built one of the largest cattle herds in the country, earning her the nickname "Cattle Queen of Texas." This interesting and inspiring biography highlights the life of Lizzie as she made her way to being one of the most famous cattle ranchers of her time. Through the appealing images and fascinating facts, readers will learn about Lizzie's journey across the Chisholm Trail and how she used brush popping to help grow her large cattle herd. The easy-to-read text and accessible glossary and index help readers navigate their way through this book and help further develop vocabulary skills. About Shell Education Rachelle Cracchiolo started the company with a friend and fellow teacher. Both were eager to share their ideas and passion for education with other classroom leaders. What began as a hobby, selling lesson plans to local stores, became a part-time job after a full day of teaching, and eventually blossomed into Teacher Created Materials. The story continued in 2004 with the launch of Shell Education and the introduction of professional resources and classroom application books designed to support Teacher Created Materials curriculum resources. Today, Teacher Created Materials and Shell Education are two of the most recognized names in educational publishing around the world.