Books in Social%20Studies%20Readers%20:%20Content%20and%20Literacy series

Introduce students to the structure of the United States government with this high-interest nonfiction book. Students will build literacy skills and social studies content knowledge as they learn about the three branches of government and the purpose of this separation of powers. Primary source images, supporting text, a glossary, table of contents, and and index all work together to engage readers and help them better understand the content.

Teach students the importance of conserving Earth's natural resources. Students will learn about wind power, solar power, recycling, renewable and non-renewable resources, and more! Colorful images, supporting text, a glossary, table of contents, and index all work together to help readers better understand the content and be fully engaged from cover to cover. This informative, colorful book uses primary sources to captivate readers as they learn social studies topics.

Teach students about significant African Americans and how their actions have helped shape US history. With this biography, students will learn about Thurgood Marshall and how his fight for civil rights for African Americans helped change unfair laws. Colorful images, supporting text, a glossary, table of contents, and index all work together to help readers better understand the content and be fully engaged from cover to cover. This informative, colorful book uses primary sources to captivate readers as they learn social studies topics.

What makes Abigail Adams such an amazing American? Young readers will find out in this intriguing biographical book that uses supportive text, a glossary, index, and table of contents in conjunction with colorful images to engage and encourage children to find someone that they are inspired by. 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.

This high-interest nonfiction book builds literacy skills and social studies content knowledge while introducing students to the U.S. Constitution. With appropriately leveled text, primary source images, a supporting glossary, table of contents, and an index, children will increase their academic vocabulary and comprehension of important events in American history.

Introduce students to some of America's most famous man-made landmarks! Students will learn about Hoover Dam, Mount Rushmore, the Statue of Liberty, and more. Readers will also learn the importance of remembering the past and preserving these historical landmarks. Colorful images, supporting text, a glossary, table of contents, and index all work together to engage readers and help them better understand the content. This informative, colorful book uses primary sources to captivate readers as they learn social studies topics.

Introduce students to civic values in America and teach them the importance of upholding values like equality and responsibility. Students will be encouraged to engage in civic discourse about events in US history, and what it means to be a good citizen today. Colorful images, supporting text, a glossary, table of contents, and index all work together to engage readers and help them better understand the content. This informative, colorful book uses primary sources to captivate readers as they learn social studies topics.

Teach students the significance of the capital of the United States, Washington, DC. This nonfiction book introduces children to important buildings and monuments in Washington, DC and helps students understand the city's connection to American history. Primary source images, supporting text, a table of contents, glossary, and an index all work together to engage young learners as they build literacy skills and social studies content knowledge.

Teach young children what it means to be a good citizen! Kindergarten students will learn about what they can do to be a good citizen with this inspiring nonfiction book that show examples of good deeds. Featuring colorful photos, easy-to-read text, and a supporting glossary and index, this book helps beginning readers build their vocabulary and foundational literacy skills.

In this inspiring nonfiction book, readers will discover stories about immigrants that came to America from China, Poland, Peru, and the Dominican Republic. The alluring images and supportive text work in conjunction with the helpful glossary, index, and table of contents to engage readers and to enhance their understanding of the content. 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.