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1) Philippines
Author
Publisher
Jump!
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of the Philippines. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry"--
2) Navajo
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2014
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
630L
Language
English
Description
Informative, easy-to read text and oversized photographs draw in readers as they learn about the Navajo. Traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more are covered. A map highlights the tribes homeland, while fun facts and a timeline with photos help break up the text.
Author
Series
Publisher
Powerkids Press
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Who were the Paleoindians? They were the first people to come from Asia to the Americas. Readers discover what it would have been like to live among these people as they explore their culture, homelands, and daily activities, such as hunting and gathering. They also discover the archaeological finds that have allowed scientists and historians to determine how the Paleoindians lived. The detailed main text is aligned to social studies curriculum standards....
4) Iroquois
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
600L
Language
English
Description
Informative, easy-to read text and oversized photographs draw in readers as they learn about the Iroquois. Traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more are covered. A map highlights the tribes homeland, while fun facts and a timeline with photos help break up the text.
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub
Pub. Date
2000.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This newly revised edition describes how teachers in early schools often had limited supplies with which to teach the students. Classroom Games describes the fun and creative activities that teachers employed to teach students good behavior as well as the three R's. Explore games that made learning fun involving: spelling and creative writing; arithmetic; geography, history, and art; music; holidays; and scavenger hunts.
Author
Publisher
Annick Press
Pub. Date
2019
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
Formats
Description
"There is no death. Only a change of worlds."
—Chief Seattle [Seatlh], Suquamish Chief
What do people do when their civilization is invaded? Indigenous people have been faced with disease, war, broken promises, and forced assimilation. Despite crushing losses and insurmountable challenges, they formed new nations from the remnants of old ones, they adopted new ideas and built on them, they fought
7) Apache
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2014
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
600L
Language
English
Description
Explores the history of the Apache people, including their home life, religion, and first contact with European settlers.
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Co
Pub. Date
c2001
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This newly revised edition describes how children in an early community were expected to help out with chores at home and had little time to play. But recess time at school gave children the opportunity to play Schoolyard Games. Colorful illustrations help explain early versions of: skipping, hopscotch, and clapping games; string and hoop games; group games, hiding games, and ball games; and marbles, tops, and other toys.
9) Seminole
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
610L
Language
English
Description
Introduces the Seminole Indians, describing where they lived, how they made their homes, what they ate, how they hunted, and the importance of storytelling and religion in their lives.
10) Cherokee
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
2015.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
620L
Language
English
Description
Introduces the Cherokee Indians, describing where they lived, how they made their homes, what they ate, how they hunted, and the importance of storytelling and religion in their lives.
Author
Publisher
Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
Formats
Description
When Spanish explorers came to the Southwest region of the United States in the 1600s, they found over 20,000 American Indians already living in the region. These American Indians were part of many different nations. They had their own languages and cultures, and they had developed ways to survive in the desert landscape. Pueblo people lived in permanent villages made of adobe brick. The Hopi had fifty different ways to cook and eat corn. ...
Author
Publisher
Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
Formats
Description
A thin strip of land and islands makes up the Pacific Northwest coast of the United States and Canada. This region has long been home to many groups of native peoples who spoke different languages and had distinct cultural practices. The native peoples of the Northwest thrived in this land of rocky beaches and cedar trees. The Chinook developed a special language for trading with other nations.
The Kwakwaka'wakw created masks that could ...
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2018
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience!
Why do we dress up on Halloween? Why do we carve pumpkins? Learn all about the history of this holiday with short text and engaging illustrations. Critical thinking questions encourage engagement from young readers.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2018
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Turkey! Mashed potatoes! Pie! These things help make Thanksgiving great, but the holiday is about much more than eating. Learn all about the origins of Thanksgiving and why it's celebrated.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2018
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Spin the dreidel! Eat some latkes! Learn all about why people celebrate Hanukkah through bright illustrations, recall questions, and charming text. Extend learning with photos in the back matter.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2018
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
How do you celebrate your favorite holidays?
Christmas is a time for celebrating family, but there are many traditions that make Christmas special. Critical thinking questions paired with back matter photos help young readers learn all about Christmas in this engaging story.
Learn about the traditions of well-known holidays, including Christmas, Hanukkah, Thanksgiving, and more, in this fun illustrated series.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2018
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Kwanzaa traces its origins to the American Civil Rights era. Critical thinking questions and fast facts prompt young readers to engage with this fun narrative and learn all about Kwanzaa.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publishing Group
Pub. Date
2018
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Day of the Dead is a holiday when families celebrate their loved ones who have died. Learn all about the customs of this holiday with text feature questions. Extend learning with a downloadable reading organizer.
Author
Publisher
Planting People Growing Justice Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
A fun and resourceful book that takes children and even adults on a visual journey throughout the continent of Africa. Readers will visit the pinnacle of Mount Kilimanjaro and learn a few new words in Swahili and Twi while exploring Africa's rich natural resources. The purpose of the book is to aid in learning about the most important and intriguing facts about Africa. With the turn of each page, the authors help to bridge the knowledge gap that exists...
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