Social Science - Kids

Perfect for the youngest readers, this board book adaptation of the acclaimed Shades of People celebrates the diversity of everyday life. Cocoa, tan, rose, and almond--people come in lots of shades, even in the same family. Skin color is one of our most noticeable...

The 2nd Edition of the best-selling book which has sold over 400 000 copies in 17 languages - updated with new content and insights about the world's people.First published to wide acclaim in 2002, this eye-opening book has since become a classic, promoting "world-mindedness"...

Alex loves dirt biking, soccer, and helping his mom with his little sister. He also happens to stutter. Alex shares what it is like for him when he stutters, as well as ways to help make communication a little easier.The Something to Say Collection...

Human modification of the environment always carries a risk of accident and folly. Explore the causes and consequences of the devastating water crisis in Flint, Michigan. Guided by compelling questions such as, "What led to this disaster?," "Who was impacted by it?," and "What...

Designed to present mathematics in a new, approachable way, this book explores the history and application of math in the natural world. With incredible artwork from Ximo Abad a, the reader can visualize atoms, explore the geometric complexity of beehives, and wonder at the...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Laos. 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...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Jamaica. 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...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Norway. 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...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of New Zealand. 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...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Madagascar. 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...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Kuwait. 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...

The Something to Say Collection promotes self-advocacy, understanding of speech and language differences, and conversation about embracing diversity. Written by a speech-language pathologist, each book features a character with a communication difference. Characters' strengths and interests are highlighted, while the reader gains an increased...

Discover the wonderful world of snow with this companion to the celebrated Raindrops Roll! With gorgeous photo illustrations, award-winning author April Pulley Sayre sheds sparkly new light on the wonders of snow. From the beauty of snow blanketing the forest and falling on animals'...

The Coin Counting Book is the perfect introduction to counting, addition, and identifying American money. From one penny to one-dollar readers will learn the various coins, their mathematical relationships, and how to add them all together once their piggybanks are full. Detailed photos of...

An introductory guide to Eastern and Western philosophy for kids ages 8 to 12 Philosophy is both fun and good for kids' brains, as it encourages them to think deeply and develop their own solutions to complex problems. With this colorful book about philosophy...

Science workbooks for kids ages 10+ Explore the wonderful world of science with the reproducible and activity-packed Mark Twain General Science Activity Book for 5th grade and middle school students 5th grade books and middle school books on science are great earth day books...

Join Emma and Theo as they meet a teacher in their community!Emma won an essay contest at school and now she gets to be teacher for a day! Of course, Emma chose her best friend, Theo, to help her out as she took over...

A different, colorful picture book about culture and everyday life. Rap, Breakdance, Graffiti & DJ: ing - now for the very youngest! My First Hip Hop Book is a different, colorful picture book about culture and everyday life with fun and clear pictures for...

Written by experienced authors and examiners, this skills book provides you with a wealth of practice opportunities to develop your core TOK skills and build confidence. It works in perfect partnership with the course guide and includes a number of features that put your...

In the United States, Black men are almost six times more likely to be imprisoned than white men. This disproportionate impact can be traced back to slavery, Jim Crow laws, and the criminalization of Black people into the modern day. With growing awareness about...

Author: Colin StuartISBN-10: 1536223832ISBN-13: 9781536223835Publisher: Big Picture PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/22/2022Pages: 80Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.15lbsSize: 13.50h x 10.80w x 0.60d

This engaging book highlights various careers in technology, describing what each job typically involves and the training required to pursue it. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, a "Job Spotlight" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources,...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Laos. 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...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Kuwait. 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...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Hungary. 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...

Learn all about medieval knights with favorite nonfiction author and illustrator Gail Gibbons -- perfect for the younger set! "Children won't want to surrender this book, so buy multiple copies," says Booklist of this ideal picture book primer on medieval knights. The author covers...

Learn all about different kinds of jaw-dropping jobs. Discover fascinating facts, from what happens to amusement park vomit to why inspectors test animal poop. Amazing photos and simple text make this book a great high-interest read.Author: Julie K. LundgrenISBN-10: 1427154546ISBN-13: 9781427154545Publisher: Crabtree BranchesLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Denmark. 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...

This series has been developed for the Cambridge Lower Secondary Global Perspectives Curriculum Framework (1129). This learner's skills book for Stage 7 has been created to help students develop key 21st century skills. Written by experienced teacher and author, Keely Laycock, students are encouraged...

By the early 1900s, nearly two million children were working in the United States. From the coal mines of Pennsylvania to the cotton mills of New England, children worked long hours every day under stunningly inhumane conditions. After years and years of oppression, children...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Indonesia. 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...

A is for Afrika, S is for Sovereignty is an alphabet book written for Afrikan children and adults--rhyming poems, warm, bright colors, and content that serves Afrikan people. Mwalimu K. Bomani Baruti described it as ". . . one of those books which will...

Over 50 discussion questions and activities, and 300 questions, fill this comprehensive workbook. The book covers science, math and social science for sixth grade. If you are homeschooling (or if you are just trying to get extra practice for your child), then you already...

In an unusual blend of fiction and nonfiction, A Pioneer Sampler chronicles one year in the lives of the Robinson family. Illustrated historical notes enlarge on the social history and describe activities related to the stories, from churning butter to predicting the weather. Young...

This is a short narrative for children which gives a bit of insight into the effect that the Coronavirus has had on the lives of children. My girls, Lael (6 years old) and Zara (3 years old) were both very confused and obviously upset...

"Some things are so huge or so old that it's hard to wrap your mind around them. But what if we took these big, hard-to-imagine objects and events and compared them to things we can see, feel and touch? Instantly, we'd see our world...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Pakistan. 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...

An introductory guide to Eastern and Western philosophy for kids ages 8 to 12 Philosophy is both fun and good for kids' brains, as it encourages them to think deeply and develop their own solutions to complex problems. With this colorful book about philosophy...

This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Chile. 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...

Our communities are stronger when we come together and take time to understand, support, and celebrate one another. In Celebrating All Abilities, readers will learn the importance of acceptance and empathy as they relate to abilities and disabilities and how to practice these in...

A big visual introduction to the history of our world for children, young and old. Travel through time with this cleverly illustrated 80-page journey of our planet's culture and events, from the Big Bang to the iPod and into the future. Take a trip...

How do the emergency services in different countries of the world rescue people? How do they travel and what equipment do they use? This book looks at the work of firefighters around the world, including how they rescue people from burning buildings as well...

Chariot racing, peplos weaving, cooking, and helmet making Anything can happen when you spend the day in ancient Greece It is over two thousand years ago in Athens, Greece, and you areinvited to join a typical family as they celebrate the birthday ofthe goddess...

Reading Essentials and Study Guide (English and Spanish): Reinforce critical concepts from the text and help students improve their reading-for-information skills with this essential resource, written 2-3 grade levels below the Student EditionAuthor: McGraw HillISBN-10: 0078653266ISBN-13: 9780078653261Publisher: McGraw-Hill EducationLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/18/2004Pages: 291Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.05lbsSize:...

Every grade level is designed with colorful, powerful images and readable text to make Social Studies more relevant than ever before.Author: McGraw-Hill EducationISBN-10: 0021513465ISBN-13: 9780021513468Publisher: McGraw-Hill EducationLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/28/2007Pages: 304Format: Hardcover

This book introduces early readers to things that go in the sky. Simple text, sight words, and vibrant images help engage children while they practice their reading skills. This book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Morocco. 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...

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Cambodia. 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...

In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the unique and defining characteristics of North America. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about this continent's landscape, biomes, climate, wildlife, culture, and more. Strong STEM...