Changing Our Community
Show students how streets are fixed and new schools are built! This nonfiction reader explores the processes that lead to change in communities and how individuals can get involved. Includes a related fiction story, activity, and other exciting features.
Item Number:121661
ISBN:9781087604985
Every Drop Counts
Teach students about the world's freshwater shortage in a relevant and engaging way! This nonfiction reader explains the many ways individuals are working to protect Earth's fresh water. Includes a related fiction story, project, and other key features.
Item Number:121662
ISBN:9781087604992
O Say Can You See
Explore the story behind America's national anthem! This nonfiction reader explains the history of The Star-Spangled Banner" and the meaning behind its famous words. Includes a related fiction story, glossary, extension activity and more."
Item Number:121663
ISBN:9781087605005
Follow That Dollar
Every dollar has a story to tell! This nonfiction reader follows a dollar through the economy while explaining key economic concepts and terms. Includes a related fiction story, glossary, extension activity, and other exciting features.
Item Number:121664
ISBN:9781087605012
See Something, Say Something
Teach students to speak up when they see something wrong or dangerous! This nonfiction reader will encourage students to stand up for what's right and protect their peers. Includes a related fiction story, extension activity, glossary, and other features.
Item Number:121665
ISBN:9781087605029
Will You Sign My Petition?
With the power of petition at their fingertips, Americans have the ability to make a difference. This nonfiction book explains the purpose of petitions and how they can be used to create change. Includes a related fiction piece, glossary, and other tools.
Item Number:121666
ISBN:9781087605081
Creativity in Communities
In this nonfiction book, students will learn how creativity and volunteerism go together. With a related fiction story, glossary, and other features, this book shows students how communities across the United States creatively solve problems.
Item Number:121667
ISBN:9781087605098
What Is an Election?
Teach students about the process of electing government leaders! This nonfiction book's vibrant images, fiction story related to the topic, helpful index, and other key features will help explain elections and civic duties in an easy-to-follow way.
Item Number:121668
ISBN:9781087605104
American Indian Leaders Today
American Indian tradition is an important part of American culture! In this nonfiction book, students will learn about American Indian changemakers and their interactions with government. Includes a related fiction piece, glossary, and other key features.
Item Number:121669
ISBN:9781087605111
Civic Duty: Working Together
Show students that small actions can make a big difference! This nonfiction book explains why civic duties are important and gives examples of American heroes. Includes a glossary, a related short fiction story, and more exciting features.
Item Number:121671
ISBN:9781087605135
Clean Air to Share
Teach students about the environment and how to protect it! This nonfiction book explains what individuals and the government can do to keep Earth's air clean. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a glossary, and a Civics in Action" activity."
Item Number:121672
ISBN:9781087605142
The Preamble: The Spirit of America
Teach students the history behind the phrase We the people" with this nonfiction book! Students can examine the Preamble to the Constitution in a fun and meaningful way. Includes a fiction story related to the topic and other key features."
Item Number:121673
ISBN:9781087605159
Everyone Pays Taxes
Help students understand how taxes work, the different types of taxes, and why taxes exist! This nonfiction reader includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, exciting images and text features, and a meaningful Civics in Action" activity."
Item Number:121674
ISBN:9781087605166
What Is Media?
Connect media to students' daily lives! With this nonfiction book, students can learn to tell fact from opinion when examining media in all its forms. Includes key text features, a related short fiction piece, and a meaningful Civics in Action" activity."
Item Number:121675
ISBN:9781087605173
John Lewis: Making Good Trouble
Explore the story of a civil rights icon! This reader's meaningful text features, exciting images, related short fiction piece, and Civics in Action" activity will inspire students as they learn about John Lewis and his fight for justice in America."
Item Number:126650
ISBN:9781087643014
Presidential Elections
Teach students how Americans elect a president! This Grade 5 nonfiction reader covers U.S. presidential campaigns and voting rights. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other key features."
Item Number:122986
ISBN:9781087607160
Changing the Constitution
Learn how to amend the U.S. Constitution! This Grade 5 nonfiction reader explains the amendment process and summarizes each of the 27 amendments. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other helpful features."
Item Number:123976
ISBN:9781087615462
Talking About Civics
Teach students how to have constructive conversations! This powerful Grade 5 nonfiction reader shows students how to talk productively about civics issues. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and more features."
Item Number:123977
ISBN:9781087615479
Leaders in Congress
Meet the leaders of the U.S. Congress! This Grade 5 nonfiction reader explains the roles and responsibilities of Congressional leaders. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other exciting features."
Item Number:123978
ISBN:9781087615486
Sandra Day O'Connor: Paving the Way
Introduce students to the first female Supreme Court Justice! This engaging Grade 5 nonfiction reader describes the life of Sandra Day O'Connor. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other meaningful features."
Item Number:123979
ISBN:9781087615493
U.S. Immigration Today
Explore immigration in the United States! This relevant Grade 5 nonfiction reader helps students understand the U.S. immigration process. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other meaningful features."
Item Number:123980
ISBN:9781087615509
Making a Global Impact
Dive into the never-ending quest for human rights! This meaningful Grade 5 nonfiction reader explains the basic rights people have when they are born. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other useful features."
Item Number:123981
ISBN:9781087615516
Brown v. Board of Education: The Road to a Landmark Decision
Explore the landmark Supreme Court Case that ended legal segregation! This powerful Grade 5 nonfiction reader describes Brown v. Board of Education. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other features."
Item Number:123982
ISBN:9781087615523
Money Then and Now
Dive into the history of money! This engaging Grade 5 nonfiction reader describes how money has evolved over time. Includes a fiction story related to the topic, a Civics in Action" activity, and other meaningful features."
Item Number:123983
ISBN:9781087615530