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La Colonización de Texas
Misiones y Colonos
by Stephanie Kuligowski
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
By the 1800s, Mexican and American settlers were starting colonies throughout Texas. After Mexico won its independence from Spain, the real fight for Texas began. Through supportive Spanish-translated text, vivid images, engaging sidebars and facts, and a helpful glossary, index, table of contents, readers will learn about Texas history, Texas colonization, Texas missions, Stephen F. Austin, and The Alamo.
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Tribus indígenas norteamericanas
by Marie Patterson
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Indian culture and life consist of many traditions and customs. This Spanish-adapted book describes some of the traditions, customs, and ways of surviving from various tribes around Early America, including the Northeast Indians, Southeast Indians, Plains Indians, Southwest Indians, Northwest Indians, Woodland Indians, and Pueblo Indians. Detailed images engage readers with pictures and examples of totem poles, long houses, chickees, and pueblos while the supportive Spanish text and helpful glossary aid in developing a better understanding of the content.
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Mapas de nuestro mundo
by Sandy Phan
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Teach students about the seven continents and how to recognize them on maps. In this informational Spanish book, readers will learn map basics like the compass rose, a scale, and a legend. Engaging, primary source documents and images keep students reading as they build their literacy skills and social studies content knowledge.
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Soy un buen ciudadano
by Sharon Coan
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Soy un buen ciudadano (I Am a Good Citizen) teaches students how to be a responsible citizen. The clear, descriptive images and simple phrases will engage students in reading and build their social studies content knowledge. For use in the classroom or at home, this Spanish book includes a simple glossary and index to introduce informational text features to young readers and provide additional reading support.
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Todo sobre el dinero
by Sharon Coan
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Todo sobre el dinero (All About Money) teaches students about the ways that people earn, save, and spend money. The clear, text-supported images and simple, repetitive sentences will engage students in reading as they build their social studies content knowledge. For use in the classroom or at home, this Spanish book includes a glossary and index to introduce informational text features to young readers and provide additional reading support.
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Estados Unidos entonces y ahora
by Dona Herweck Rice
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Estados Unidos entonces y ahora.
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Entendamos la economía
by Monika Davies
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Students will learn the basic of economics and the role they play in shaping the US economy with this engaging nonfiction title! Detailed images in conjunction with easy-to-read text provide readers with an inviting reading and learning experience as they build their social studies knowledge. This Spanish book includes basic informational text features including a glossary, an index, table of contents, and reader's guide.
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Annie Oakley
Un tiro seguro
by Jennifer Kroll
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Readers will love this exciting biography about the famous cowgirl, Annie Oakley! Through colorful images, helpful text, an accessible glossary and index, and timeline of Annie's life, readers will discover the amazing things that Annie could do with a gun, how she earned the nickname "Little Sure Shot", and how she became one of the stars of Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show! This book has been translated into Spanish.
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Alexander Graham Bell
Destinado a Inventar
by Jennifer Kroll
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Alexander Graham Bell was always trying to invent new things! In this biography that has been translated into Spanish, readers will learn about Alexander's life as a teacher and inventor of such incredible inventions as the telephone, record player, and metal detector. Colorful images, supportive text, an interesting timeline, and a helpful glossary, table of contents, and index combine to give readers an inspiring look into the life of Alexander Bell.
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Amelia Earhart
Un vuelo hacia la aventura
by Tamara Hollingsworth
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Young readers will be inspired by this biography about the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic. The appealing images, helpful text, and supportive timeline, glossary, table of contents, and index combine to create an engaging experience as readers learn about one of the greatest female pilots of all time. This book has been translated into Spanish.
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Phillis Wheatley (Spanish Version)
by Emily Smith
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Ignite your students' passion for history through the use of intriguing primary sources! The Primary Source Reader series features purposefully leveled text to increase comprehension for different learner types. Students will learn about the fascinating life and times of Phillis Wheatley and her important contributions to history. This informational Spanish text includes captions, a glossary, an index, and other text features that will increase students' reading comprehension. It aligns with state standards including NCSS/C3, McREL, and WIDA/TESOL and prepares students for college and career readiness.
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Las colonias de Nueva Inglaterra: Un lugar para los puritanos (The New England Colonies: A Place for
by Kelly Rodgers
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they're much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. Students will learn more about the Pilgrims and their journey across the Atlantic to create New England. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade level. Packed with information and primary source maps, images, and documents, these books are perfect for reports or projects. The Read and Respond post-reading questions and a culminating activity sharpen critical-thinking skills while building reading comprehension and vocabulary.
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California: De pueblos a ciudades (California: Towns to Cities)
by Marilyn Iturri
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
The nineteenth century was a time of huge growth and prosperity for California. Although the Gold Rush lasted only seven years, California provided other opportunities for those who emigrated there in search of a better life. This Interactiv-eBook focuses on the history of San Francisco, Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Fresno, and the people and events that influenced their transformations from small towns to booming cities. This nonfiction text builds literacy and social studies content knowledge through the use of intriguing primary source documents like maps, letters, images, articles, and photographs. Essential text features include a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents to increase understanding and academic vocabulary. Primary sources allow students to see different points of view, and encourage students to compare and contrast evidence. The Your Turn! activity challenges students to connect to a primary source through a writing activity, and Read and Respond immerses students in the content through diverse, engaging activities related to the content. Aligned to the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) and other national and state standards, the book is leveled to support above-, below-, and on-level learners. Explore California's rich history with this Interactiv-eBook!
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Los indígenas en el siglo XIX: Derechos y resistencia (American Indians in the 1800s: Right and Resi
by Roben Alarcon
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
The American Indians in the 1800s: Right and Resistance primary source reader builds literacy skills while offering engaging content across social studies subject areas. Primary source documents provide an intimate glimpse into what life was like during the 1800s. This Spanish nonfiction reader can be purposefully differentiated for various reading levels and learning styles. It contains text features to increase academic vocabulary and comprehension, from captions and bold print to index and glossary. The "Your Turn!" activity will continue to challenge students as they extend their learning. This text aligns to state standards as well as McREL, WIDA/TESOL, and the NCSS/C3 Framework.
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Las colonias del Sur: La primera y la última de las 13 (The Southern Colonies: First and Last of 13)
by Kelly Rodgers
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they're much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. Students will learn what life was like for people living in the Southern Colonies. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade level. Packed with information and primary source maps, images, and documents, these books are perfect for reports or projects. The Read and Respond post-reading questions and a culminating activity sharpen critical-thinking skills while building reading comprehension and vocabulary.
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Innovaciones del siglo XIX: Abrir el camino (19th Century Innovations: Paving the Way)
by Matthew McArdle
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they're much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. Students will explore 19th century innovations such as canal and lock systems, steamboats, telegraphs, locomotives, and other advances that increased commerce and communication. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and timelines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade level. Packed with information and primary source maps, images, and documents, these books are perfect for reports or projects. The Read and Respond post-reading questions and a culminating activity sharpen critical-thinking skills while building reading comprehension and vocabulary.
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California: Nace un estado (California: Becoming a State)
by Elizabeth Anderson Lopez
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
California's journey to statehood was fraught with change. First, it was ruled by Spain. Then, it became a part of Mexico. The United States finally claimed it in 1848 after winning the war against Mexico. This Interactiv-eBook integrates literacy and social studies content knowledge, and uses maps, letters, images, and photographs to engage students and ignite their curiosity about historical events. Primary source documents prompt students to ask questions and encourage students to consider bias and the validity and reliability of sources, helping them achieve literacy in social studies. Aligned to the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) and other national and state standards, the book is leveled to support above-, below-, and on-level learners. Essential text features include a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. The Create It! culminating activity provides an opportunity for assessment that challenges students to apply what they have learned in an interactive way, and the Your Turn! activity challenges students to connect to a primary source through a writing activity. Explore California's rich history with this Interactiv-eBook!
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La Revolución estadounidense: La lucha por la libertad (The American Revolution: Fighting for Freedo
by Torrey Maloof
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they're much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. Students will learn about Paul Revere, the minutemen, Valley Forge, and the battles of Lexington, Concord, and Bunker Hill. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade level. Packed with information and primary source maps, images, and documents, these books are perfect for reports or projects. The Read and Respond post-reading questions and a culminating activity sharpen critical-thinking skills while building reading comprehension and vocabulary.
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Cruzar el océano: La inmigración a California (Crossing Oceans: Immigrating to California)
by Michelle R. Prather
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
California grew by leaps and bounds between the Gold Rush and 1900. People from different backgrounds emigrated to California from across America and around the world in search of a new life. This primary source reader focuses on immigration in California from the time of the Gold Rush to the end of the nineteenth century. Primary source documents allow students to see different points of view, and help students look at the world and current issues with a historical lens. This Interactiv-eBook builds literacy and social studies content knowledge through the use of intriguing primary sources like maps, letters, images, political cartoons, and photographs. Essential text features include a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents to build academic vocabulary and increase understanding. The Your Turn! activity challenges students to connect to a primary source through a writing activity and Translate It! immerses students in the content through diverse, engaging activities related to the content. Aligned to the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) and other national and state standards, the text is leveled to support above-, below-, and on-level learners. Explore California's rich history with this engaging title!
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La educacion en California (Education in California)
by Gretchen L. H. O'Brien
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
California is home to the largest school system in the country, and some of the best schools in the world. This Interactiv-eBook covers the history of California's school system, from the opening of its first school in Santa Clara in 1846 to the present day. Explore California's school system with this title that builds literacy and social studies content knowledge through the use of intriguing primary sources. Primary source documents prompt students to ask questions, and help them look at the world and current issues with a historical lens. Essential text features include a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. The Blog it! culminating activity provides an opportunity for assessment that challenges students to apply what they have learned in an engaging and interactive way. The Your Turn! activity challenges students to connect to a primary source through a writing activity. Aligned to the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) and other national and state standards, the book is leveled to support above-, below-, and on-level learners. Discover California with this Interactiv-eBook!
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Los caminos a California (Trails to California)
by Ann Ingalls
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
By the mid-1800s, people began to venture west, traveling up to 2000 miles in search of new lives. Fur trappers and traders had explored these trails before, but now entire families packed their belongings into covered wagons for the long journey. This primary source reader integrates social studies content and literacy, and introduces students to some of California's early settlers including John Bidwell, Jim Beckwourth, Jedediah Smith, Sarah Royce, Charley Parkhurst, Kit Carson, and more. By examining primary sources like maps, images, letters, and photographs, students will achieve literacy in social studies as they learn how to investigate and reflect on various social, economic, cultural, and geographical topics. Important text features include a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. This Interactiv-eBook offers instructional opportunities to guide students to increased fluency and comprehension of nonfiction text and is aligned to the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) and other national and state standards. The Pack It! culminating activity provides an opportunity for assessment that challenges students to apply what they have learned in an interactive way, and Your Turn! challenges students to connect to a primary source through a writing activity.
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Biddy Mason: Nace una lider (Biddy Mason: Becoming a Leader)
by Lorin Driggs
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Biddy Mason's life began as an enslaved person. She had to walk 2000 miles to reach California, but once there, she gained her freedom. She became a successful nurse, midwife, and land owner, and left behind a legacy of caring and charity. This primary source reader integrates literacy and social studies content knowledge, and uses maps, letters, images, and photographs to engage students and develop their curiosity about the people and the world around them. Primary sources provide authentic nonfiction reading materials, and help students understand continuity and change over time. This Interactiv-eBook offers instructional opportunities to guide students to increased fluency and comprehension of nonfiction text. Aligned to the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) and other national and state standards, it includes essential text features like a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. The Stage It! culminating activity provides an opportunity for assessment that challenges students to apply what they have learned in an interactive way. Learn about the people who influenced California's history with this Interactiv-eBook!
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Entre las Guerras
by Christine Dugan
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
The years between World War I and World War II were years of change and reform. This enlightening title discusses some of the most prominent events during this time, including the Harlem Renaissance, a rise in new literature and entertainment, suffrage, the stock market crash on "Black Tuesday", and the Great Depression. The authentic images, colorful scrapbook layout, and easy-to-read text work in conjunction with an accessible glossary, index, and engaging sidebars to intrigue readers as they move through the pages of this book.
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La Revolución Industrial
by Debra J. Housel
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
The Industrial Revolution began in Great Britain during the 1700s and spread to America in the early 1800s as the colonies formed and grew. Readers will learn about this important time in U.S. history in this enlightening nonfiction title. Through fascinating facts and engaging sidebars, children will learn how industrialism provided the means for development and expansion in America as life transitioned from rural beginnings to large cities. Industry was a large factor for innovation and employment at the beginning of the 20th Century through such creations as assembly lines, patents, and labor unions. Detailed images and easy-to-read text show readers the ups and downs of this time period, including child labor laws, labor unions, muckrackers, and immigrant and slave labor. The colorful scrapbook layout, helpful table of contents, and accommodating glossary combine to create a reading experience that is easy for readers to navigate through.
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Stephen F. Austin
El Padre De Texas
by Harriet Isecke
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Stephen F. Austin grew up to become known as the Father of Texas. Readers can learn about his interesting and incredible life in this appealing biography that has been translated into Spanish and highlights both Austin's life and Texas history. Through vivid images and illustrations, supportive text, an accommodating glossary and index, and fascinating facts, readers will learn about Texas pioneers, the empresario system, Freemasons, and how Austin became such an important figure in Texas history.
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Guerra, Ganado y Vaqueros
Texas como un Estado Joven
by Heather E. Schwartz
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
After Texas joined the United States in 1845, Texas began to form its own identity. This new identity centered on the rise of the Texas cattle industry and the growing legend of the Texas cowboy. Readers will discover what cowboy life was like in the early days of Texas history as they make their way through this exciting Spanish-translated book! Readers will learn about Texas cowboys, cattle trade, antebellum, the Battle of Fort Sumter, and more through vivid images, easy to read text, and numerous intriguing and engaging facts. A glossary, table of contents, and index is provided to aid in better understanding of the content and development of vocabulary.
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Líderes de la Revolución de Texas
Unidos por una Causa
by Kelly Rodgers
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
In the middle of the 1830s, Texans fought against the Mexican government for its independence. During the Texas Revolution, many leaders emerged, such as Sam Houston, Lorenzo de Zavala, William Travis, Francita Alavez, Sidney Sherman, Susanna Dickinson, James Bowie, and Juan Seguín. This captivating biography has been translated into Spanish and allows readers to learn about the incredible accomplishments of these people and what they did to make an impact on the Texas Revolution. Featuring alluring images, engaging facts and sidebars, supportive text, and a glossary and index, this book will have readers eager to learn more!
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Texas Hoy
Guiando A Los Estados Unidos Hacia El Futuro
by Patrice Sherman
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Texas has changed dramatically since it joined the United States in 1845. It has become a national leader in resources and many industries, serving as a major supplier of the nation's oil, cattle, and agriculture. This inviting nonfiction book will intrigue readers as they learn about major Texas industries through colorful images and captivating facts. Children will learn about NASA, various types of music found in Texas, and even about the most popular Texas sports! The supportive text and accessible glossary and index aid in better understanding of the content and vocabulary. This book has been translated into Spanish.
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Texas En El Siglo XX
Construyendo Industria Y Comunidad
by Harriet Isecke
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
During the 20th century, Texas grew from a land of farms and ranches to a state filled with large cities and industries. This fascinating title is a great introduction to Texas history, Texas social life and customs, and Texas economic conditions throughout the 20th century. The intriguing facts and vivid images work in conjunction with the supportive text and accommodating glossary and index to give children an opportunity to enhance their vocabulary and literacy skills while learning about the exciting history of Texas! This book has been translated into Spanish.
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Los Caddo y los Comanche
Tribus Indígenas Americanas de Texas
by Sandy Phan
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
The Caddo and Comanche were two of the largest American Indian groups living in Texas before European contact. This Spanish-translated nonfiction title explores the history of the Caddo and Comanche, how they adapted to European colonists and American settlers, and the impact they made on Texas history. The Hasinai, Kadohadacho, Natchitoches, Comanche Nation of Oklahoma, and Shoshone are some of the tribes that readers will discover through engaging sidebars and facts, intriguing images, easy to read text, and a supportive glossary, index, and table of contents.
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Lewis y Clark
by Jill K. Mulhall
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
This adventurous biography highlights the expeditions made by Meriweather Lewis and William Clark. Readers will be able to explore the amazing accomplishments that these two men, Sacagawea, and the rest of the Corps of Discovery made. The incredible journey of these surveyers and mountaineers are explained through vivid images, easy to read text, fascinating facts, and a supporting glossary and table of contents. Readers will be sure to be enthralled from beginning to end!
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Inmigración
by Debra J. Housel
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Immigrants from all over Europe flocked to America in the 1800s, bringing their hopes and their dreams with them. This fascinating Spanish-translated book allows readers to discover topics such as Ellis Island, Angel Island, and assimilation. The influx of immigrants enriched the American culture but also provided challenges to the United States. Through appealing images, a vibrant scrapbook layout, stunning facts, intriguing sidebars, and a helpful glossary and index, readers will be excited and engaged from cover to cover!
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Descubriendo Texas
Exploración en Nuevas Tierras
by Harriet Isecke
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
In the 1500s, European explorers arrived in Texas in search of gold and glory. The Spanish were the first Europeans to arrive. Readers get to discover early Texas history in this fascinating nonfiction book that uses colorful images, intriguing facts, supportive text, and an accommodating glossary, index, and table of contents to introduce readers to various explorers such as Christopher Columbus, Cabeza de Vaca, Francisco Vazquez de Coronado, and La Salle. Children will be excited and engaged as they read through to also learn about the many American Indian tribes of the past, including the Caddo, Apache, Comanche, and Karankawa. This title will captivate readers from beginning to end! This book has been translated into Spanish.
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La Guerra de 1812
by Jill K. Mulhall
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
In this engaging nonfiction title, readers will learn about the War of 1812, the causes of it, and how it affected American citizens. Through detailed images, stunning facts, and easy to read text, readers are introduced to ideas and events that took place during this time, including embargoes, the Treaty of Paris, the War Hawks, and the Treaty of Ghent. Readers will have the opportunity to further enhance their understanding of the content through an accessible table of contents and glossary.
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Primera Guerra Mundial
by Lisa Zamosky
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Readers will learn all about World War I, or the Great War, in this appealing title that highlights how the war began in Europe as a military rivalry between France and Germany. The intriguing facts, engaging sidebars, and supportive text work in conjunction with the impressive images and colorful scrapbook layout to teach readers about such WWI topics as neutrality, alliances, propaganda, liberty bonds, communism, and how General John Pershing led Americans in the war.
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Vida En Las Colonias
by Emily R. Smith
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Young readers will be fascinated to learn what life was like for the colonists in early America. The detailed images and easy to read text explore such topics as Puritans, the Mayflower Compact, House of Burgesses, Navigation Acts, and slavery. Along with brief biographies on colonists and Indians like John Smith, William Penn, and Pocahontas and John Rolfe, this engaging reader explains mean of survival and living through farming, colonial crops, and plantations. A table of contents and glossary are provided to enhance readers' understanding of the content and vocabulary.
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Segunda Guerra Mundial
by Lisa Zamosky
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
In 1939, a war that would encompass the world began in Europe. Readers will learn about the causes of World War II in this nonfiction title. The supportive text and fascinating sidebars work in conjunction with the stunning photos and appealing scrapbook layout to provide an enjoyable and enlightening experience that teaches readers about such events and topics as Pearl Harbor, blitzkreig, and concentration and internment camps. Readers will also learn about infamous figures from the war like Adolph Hitler, Sir Winston Churchill, Franklin Roosevelt, and even Rosie the Riveter. A helpful glossary, table of contents, and index is provided to aid in a better understanding of the content and simple navigation.
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La Salle
Uno de los Primeros Exploradores de Texas
by Stephanie Kuligowski
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
René-Robert Cavelier, or Sieur de La Salle, grew up in France dreaming of adventures in distant lands! This exciting Spanish-translated biography allows readers to explore new worlds with La Salle as they read about his fascinating life. This title features plenty of bright images, easy to read text, constructive facts and sidebars, and an accessible index, table of contents, and glossary. Readers will be excited to learn about the Mississippi River discovery, Ville-Marie, Fort Crevecoeur, and other impressive exploration details!
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Los Indígenas Americanos En El Siglo XIX
by Roben Alarcon
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
This informative Spanish-translated book gives readers a glimpse into life as an American Indian during the 1800s. Readers will learn about tribes like the Cherokee, Lakota, Seminole, Creek, Choktaw, and Nez Percé, as well as famous Indian chiefs like Sitting Bull. Stunning facts, supportive text, and an array of colorful images will engage and introduce children to treaties made between white settlers and such events as the Indian Removal Act.
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El complejo sistema hidrico de California (California's Complex Water System)
by Pamela Brunskill
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Where does California's water come from? Who are its users? How is water conserved? California has the largest economy and population in the United States, and its limited water supply must meet the demands of many people. Learn about the history of California's water system with this Interactiv-eBook that builds literacy and social studies content knowledge! Primary source documents help students look at the world and current issues with a historical lens, and encourage them to consider bias and the validity and reliability of sources. This leveled text offers instructional opportunities to guide students to increased fluency and comprehension of nonfiction text and is aligned to the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) and other national and state standards. Essential text features include a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. The Read and Respond activity immerses students in the content through diverse, engaging activities related to the content. The Your Turn! activity challenges students to connect to a primary source through a writing activity. Explore California's history with this Interactiv-eBook!
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Las colonias del centro: Un granero del Nuevo Mundo (The Middle Colonies: Breadbasket of the New Wor
by Kelly Rodgers
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they're much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. Students will learn about the history and development of the Middle Colonies, an influential region of the "New World." With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade level. Packed with information and primary source maps, images, and documents, these books are perfect for reports or projects. The Read and Respond post-reading questions and a culminating activity sharpen critical-thinking skills while building reading comprehension and vocabulary.
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California en el siglo XX (California in the 20th Century)
by Nicole M. Korte
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Amazing things happened in California during the twentieth century. People came from all over the world to settle in the Golden State. Today, it is home to more than 38 million people, and the state's economy is one of the biggest in the world. Explore California's history with this Interactiv-eBook that builds literacy and social studies content knowledge. By studying primary sources like maps, historical cartoons, letters, and images, students will be prompted to ask questions, and encouraged to consider bias and the validity and reliability of sources. Aligned to the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) and other national and state standards, the book is leveled to support above-, below-, and on-level learners. Read and Respond immerses students in the content through diverse, engaging activities related to the content. The Your Turn! activity challenges students to connect to a primary source through a writing activity. With essential text features like a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents, this informational text will engage students in reading about California's rich history.
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La gran expansión hacia el Oeste (The Great Leap Westward)
by J. B. Caverty
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they're much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. Students will examine the land purchases that doubled the size of America to include the Louisiana Territory, the Texas Territory, the Oregon Country, Florida, and Alaska. They'll also learn about significant battles such as the Alamo, the Battle of San Jacinto, the Mexican-American War, and more. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade level. Packed with information and primary source maps, images, and documents, these books are perfect for reports or projects. The Read and Respond post-reading questions and a culminating activity sharpen critical-thinking skills while building reading comprehension and vocabulary.
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Cruzar un continente (Crossing a Continent)
by Lisa Greathouse
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
The Transcontinental Railroad was built to provide a safer, faster route between the eastern and western areas of the United States. Learn how the Transcontinental Railroad helped shape the state of California and its people with this Interactive eBook! The use of primary sources like maps, letters, images, and photographs will engage students and help them look at the world and current issues with a historical lens. This nonfiction title builds literacy and social studies content knowledge with an emphasis on California history. Essential text features include a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. Journal It! immerses students in the content through diverse, engaging activities related to the content. Your Turn! challenges students to connect to a primary source through a writing activity. This leveled text offers instructional opportunities to guide students to increased fluency and comprehension of nonfiction text and is aligned to the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) and other national and state standards. Learn about the creation of the Transcontinental Railroad with this Interactive eBook!
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Colonización y conflictos en el Oeste (Settling and Unsettling the West)
by J. B. Caverty
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they're much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into what life was like during Westward Expansion. Students will learn about the reasons people headed west, the gold rush, the Homestead Act, Manifest Destiny, the Oregon Trail, and more. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade level. Packed with information and primary source maps, images, and documents, these books are perfect for reports or projects. The Read and Respond post-reading questions and a culminating activity sharpen critical-thinking skills while building reading comprehension and vocabulary.
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La fiebre del oro (The Gold Rush)
by Monika Davies
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
During the California gold rush, the state's population soared, its economy grew, new towns popped up, and its cities swelled. The state would not be what it is today without the gold rush. Help students achieve literacy in social studies through dynamic primary source documents! Primary sources provide authentic nonfiction reading materials, and help students understand continuity and change over time. This Interactiv-eBook offers instructional opportunities to guide students to increased fluency and comprehension of nonfiction text. Aligned to the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) and other national and state standards, it includes essential text features like a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. The Write It! culminating activity provides an opportunity for assessment that challenges students to apply what they have learned in an interactive way. The Read and Respond activity immerses students in the content through diverse, engaging activities related to the content. Explore California's rich history with this Interactiv-eBook!
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Californianos que marcaron la diferencia (Californians Who Made a Difference)
by Heather L. Osial
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
California is a state that is rich with diverse people. Its artists, activists, writers, scientists, and politicians have had a positive impact not just on the state, but also on the rest of the world. This Interactiv-eBook introduces students to some of California's influential individuals including John Muir, Dorothea Lange, Sally Ride, and Cesar Chavez. By examining primary sources like maps, images, letters, and photographs, students will achieve literacy in social studies as they learn how to investigate and reflect on various social, economic, cultural, and geographical topics. This nonfiction text integrates social studies content and literacy and includes text features like a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents to build academic vocabulary and comprehension. Aligned to the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS) and other national and state standards, the text is leveled to support above-, below-, and on-level learners. The Track It! culminating activity provides an opportunity for assessment that challenges students to apply what they have learned in an interactive way, and Your Turn! challenges students to connect to a primary source through a writing activity. Learn about California's movers and shakers with this Interactiv-eBook!
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Esclavitud En Los Estados Unidos
by Marie Patterson
Part of the Primary Source Readers (Spanish) series
Readers will discover what difficult lives slaves led in this nonfiction title. With its stunning facts, images, supportive text, and a helpful glossary, this book allows readers to learn about some of the most notable aspects of slavery in America, including slave auctions and masters, abolitionists, the Underground Railroad, Dred Scott, Abraham Lincoln, and the Emancipation Proclamation.