Farming Then and Now
Britta Meegan
Paperback
(Rosen Classroom, Aug. 1, 2013)
Readers will delight in the high-interest educational topics addressed in this book, which is aligned to the 2nd grade Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts. Age-appropriate language, vivid imagery, and a relatable narrative will grab students' attention, keeping them engaged while also equipping them with the skills they need to become thoughtful readers. This book provides additional learning opportunities through a graphic organizer, glossary, and index. Rosen Common Core Readers can be paired with InfoMax Common Core Readers to provide another perspective to parallel topics. Farming is a cornerstone of American history. This book, using standards RI.2.7. and L.2.5a., illustrates this topic by comparing farming practices of then and now.
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