Books in Carole Marsh State Books series

In this unique and timely state history title, students will explore what their own family members' contributions to Maryland's history have been as well as what contributions they would like would like to make to their state as they grow up. Covers: What is Maryland history? Who is important in our state's history? When is history? Where have the most important historical events taken place? Why should kids care about Maryland history? and much more. Using critical historic epochs as a backdrop, the author cleverly convinces kids that ordinary citizens are the truly important role-players in our state's success. Includes reproducible activities, glossary, bibliography and index. Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions & instructions on how to get max educational value from this book.

This book encourages students to take a fresh look at the encounters between Native Americans and European settlers in Maryland. In sections like Germ Warfare, A Momentous Miscalculation and more, students learn that history is something to be explored and discovered, not simply memorized. If you want to show students how history can change with the times, this book is a real eye-opener. Use it to instill critical thinking skills - kids must learn to read between the lines of history if they are to understand it. Math problems, writing activities, discussion questions and Columbus trivia make this book a whole new world of learning! Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions and instructions on how to get max educational value from this book. Makes a great supplement to Native American/Indian studies.

In this unique and timely state history title, students will explore what their own family members' contributions to Virginia's history have been as well as what contributions they would like would like to make to their state as they grow up. Covers: What is Virginia history? Who is important in our state's history? When is history? Where have the most important historical events taken place? Why should kids care about Virginia history? and much more. Using critical historic epochs as a backdrop, the author cleverly convinces kids that ordinary citizens are the truly important role-players in our state's success. Includes reproducible activities, glossary, bibliography and index. Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions & instructions on how to get max educational value from this book.

Reproducible timelines include: Maryland Indians, Biographies, History, Legend & Lore, Art, Science, Inventions, Business, Women, Civil Rights, Current & Future Events and more. Also includes Your Personal Timeline Activity, Time Capsule Activity, Timeline Glossary and Author's Timeline. Great for highlighting those must-know important events in Maryland and a super reference for kids. Students can match events with dates, make flashcards, pick their favorite time period to study, research for more information about timeline events of interest, or read the newspaper and search for current events to put into the context of the timeline. Over 300 entries range from prehistoric times through now. Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions and instructions on how to get max educational value from this book. Great for library research and you can make copies and laminate timeline pages to create posters for classroom walls. It's time to add this book to your library!

Reproducible timelines include: Idaho Indians, Biographies, History, Legend & Lore, Art, Science, Inventions, Business, Women, Civil Rights, Current & Future Events and more. Also includes Your Personal Timeline Activity, Time Capsule Activity, Timeline Glossary and Author's Timeline. Great for highlighting those must-know important events in Idaho and a super reference for kids. Students can match events with dates, make flashcards, pick their favorite time period to study, research for more information about timeline events of interest, or read the newspaper and search for current events to put into the context of the timeline. Over 300 entries range from prehistoric times through now. Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions and instructions on how to get max educational value from this book. Great for library research and you can make copies and laminate timeline pages to create posters for classroom walls. It's time to add this book to your library!

More than 12 thousand years ago the first dog was domesticated, and dogs have been a favorite pet ever since! This book includes Famous Alaska Dog Tales, A Breed Apart, Obedience School, Doggone Trivia, Hot Dogs, Canine Cuisine and more + bibliography, glossary, appendix and index. Read about dog clubs and shows in Alaska, the ten most popular dog breeds in Alaska, and the rarest and strangest dog breeds anywhere! Which breed has webbed feet, white eyes and loves Cajun food? Which breed was declared a national treasure in Japan? Where did your breed of dog come from? The answers to these questions and many more can be found in this book. Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions and instructions on how to get max educational value from this book. Put some bite into history! No matter what the subject, you can count on Carole Marsh to cover the history, geography, science, math, literature & many other aspects. That's her trademark - she can charm the smarts into kids - they have fun & learn too!

In this unique and timely state history title, students will explore what their own family members' contributions to Idaho's history have been as well as what contributions they would like would like to make to their state as they grow up. Covers: What is Idaho history? Who is important in our state's history? When is history? Where have the most important historical events taken place? Why should kids care about Idaho history? and much more. Using critical historic epochs as a backdrop, the author cleverly convinces kids that ordinary citizens are the truly important role-players in our state's success. Includes reproducible activities, glossary, bibliography and index. Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions & instructions on how to get max educational value from this book.

In this unique and timely state history title, students will explore what their own family members' contributions to Oregon's history have been as well as what contributions they would like would like to make to their state as they grow up. Covers: What is Oregon history? Who is important in our state's history? When is history? Where have the most important historical events taken place? Why should kids care about Oregon history? and much more. Using critical historic epochs as a backdrop, the author cleverly convinces kids that ordinary citizens are the truly important role-players in our state's success. Includes reproducible activities, glossary, bibliography and index. Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions & instructions on how to get max educational value from this book.

The epitome of a Carole Marsh book - take a high interest subject & use it to introduce readers to a variety of serious concepts - and hilarious adventures! Where did pirates bury their treasure? Do pirate movies give a true picture of pirate life? Find out this and more. Pirate ships and weapons, true tales of women pirates and pirate daily life are explored, including diet bread, blue with thick mold, + recipes (but not for moldy bread!). Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions and instructions on how to get max educational value from this book. Includes stories, pirate poems and lots of pirate ideas!

In this unique and timely state history title, students will explore what their own family members' contributions to Alaska's history have been as well as what contributions they would like would like to make to their state as they grow up. Covers: What is Alaska history? Who is important in our state's history? When is history? Where have the most important historical events taken place? Why should kids care about Alaska history? and much more. Using critical historic epochs as a backdrop, the author cleverly convinces kids that ordinary citizens are the truly important role-players in our state's success. Includes reproducible activities, glossary, bibliography and index. Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions & instructions on how to get max educational value from this book.

More than 12 thousand years ago the first dog was domesticated, and dogs have been a favorite pet ever since! This book includes Famous Kansas Dog Tales, A Breed Apart, Obedience School, Doggone Trivia, Hot Dogs, Canine Cuisine and more + bibliography, glossary, appendix and index. Read about dog clubs and shows in Kansas, the ten most popular dog breeds in Kansas, and the rarest and strangest dog breeds anywhere! Which breed has webbed feet, white eyes and loves Cajun food? Which breed was declared a national treasure in Japan? Where did your breed of dog come from? The answers to these questions and many more can be found in this book. Free teacher's guide gives specific suggestions and instructions on how to get max educational value from this book. Put some bite into history! No matter what the subject, you can count on Carole Marsh to cover the history, geography, science, math, literature & many other aspects. That's her trademark - she can charm the smarts into kids - they have fun & learn too!