Using speeches, photos, and paintings of the time, as well as material that addresses historical context, The Civil War guides readers in critically examining primary and secondary source materials. Discussions include how emerging technologies such as photography and the telegraph affected the messages being conveyed, and how ideologies of the era shaped what was seen, as well as whose voices were heard and whose were not. Readers will gain an understanding of the sad and brutal aspects of a war whose echo continues to have an impact even today.
Anna Mary Robertson Moses, also known as Grandma Moses, was in her seventies when her career as an artist began. She was a self-taught artist, who became well known for her folk art. Grandma Moses painted simple scenes of country life, often stemming from happy childhood memories. Learn more in Grandma Moses, one of the titles in the Greatest Artists series.
Large mammals communicate in many ways. Giraffes neck. Elephants wag their ears. Hippopotamuses bellow. All of these signals share specific information with other members of an animal group. Readers will also learn about how humans have decoded the language of elephants.
Dogs, wolves, jackals, and foxes are all part of the canine family. While some animals live together in packs, others spend most of their lives alone. From barks to howls, this book explains what some of these sounds and signals mean and how humans study canine communication.
Did you know that sockeye salmon use the pull of Earth’s magnetic field to migrate back to their home rivers? Other animals use the Sun and stars to navigate their migrations. Discover these and other interesting facts in Migration.
The Pacific Ocean serves as a route for the transportation of goods and people. It provides opportunities for play and inspires creativity. The Pacific Ocean has also played a very important role in the growth of many cultures. The Our Five Oceans series features stunning visuals, detailed maps, educational debates, and challenging research activities. Each book explores key topics such as ocean life, ecosystems, and environmental issues, in order to help readers better understand the importance of protecting the world’s oceans.
Reality Television provides a balanced look at a hot-button topic. Discover what reality television is, its popularity, and its history, from Candid Camera to The Real World and Survivor. Learn what makes it controversial, including contestant behavior and show themes. Full-color photos, a glossary, an index, sidebars, primary source documents, and other creative content enhance the book. It also includes prompts and activities that directly engage students in developing the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills required by the Common Core standards. This well-researched title has a credentialed content consultant and aligns with Common Core and state standards. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Primates are humans closest relative in the animal kingdom. These highly intelligent animals have developed structured societies and language use. This book explains how chimpanzees, orangutans, gorillas, and howler monkeys share and receive information to survive in the wild and also discusses human-primate communication.
A parasite lives in or on a plant or animal and takes the energy it needs from it. Parasites feed on living things found at all levels of the food chain. Learn more about parasites and their important role in the food chain in Parasites, a Fascinating Food Chains book.
Read Along or Enhanced eBook: This empowering title will help readers discover that they have the ability to create positive changes in their communities. Inviting text and relatable examples prompt children to learn what it means to be a citizen of a community and find meaningful ways to act for the common good. Ideas include creating artwork to brighten up a local retirement facility and donating old books to a library or reading program.
Some aquatic animals are highly social, like dolphins, while others, like sharks, are mostly loners. Read all about how and why dolphins, whales, sea lions, and sharks communicate in the wild, what these different signals mean, and how humans study the language of ocean animals.
Did you know that Granite Peak in Montana is 12,799 feet high? Or that Montana is home to the largest snowflake ever seen? Discover more exciting facts about the history, geography, and symbols of this state in Montana, part of the Explore the U.S.A. series. Each book in the series uses vibrant images and engaging text to take beginning readers on a journey across the nation.
Did you know that Washington is home to the International Spy Museum? People can go there to see the kinds of tools spies use, including wristwatch cameras and disguise kits. Find out more about this fascinating city in Washington, part of the American Cities series.
Did you know that Nebraska has about 39 tornadoes per year? Or that there are about 48,700 farms in Nebraska? Discover more exciting facts about the history, geography, and symbols of this state in Nebraska, part of the Explore the U.S.A. series. Each book in the series uses vibrant images and engaging text to take beginning readers on a journey across the nation.
Did you know that South Dakota has more than 5 million acres of corn crops? Or that the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs has the largest collection of woolly mammoth bones in the world? Discover more exciting facts about the history, geography, and symbols of this state in South Dakota, part of the Explore the U.S.A. series. Each book in the series uses vibrant images and engaging text to take beginning readers on a journey across the nation.
Did you know that camels were used to cross Nevada’s wild deserts in the 1800s? Or that Nevada mines more gold than any other U.S. state? Discover more exciting facts about the history, geography, and symbols of this state in Nevada, part of the Explore the U.S.A. series. Each book in the series uses vibrant images and engaging text to take beginning readers on a journey across the nation.
Read Along or Enhanced eBook: Tide pools form from water left on rocky shores when the tide withdraws. From seaweed and sea snails to shore crabs and seabirds, readers will discover some of the plants and animals that live in and around these ever-changing ecosystems.
Read Along or Enhanced eBook: From croaking frogs and quacking ducks to floating lily pads and buzzing dragonflies, ponds are bursting with life. Dynamic photographs and descriptive text help budding young scientists discover the plants and animals that live in these freshwater ecosystems.
Did you know that the Pacific Ocean is the world's largest ocean? It is so large that all seven continents could fit inside it. Find out more in Pacific Ocean.
From voyaging farther into the universe than ever before to the possibility of living on Mars, technological innovations are turning former dreams into reality. Space Tech explores these exciting advances through stunning photography, informative and engaging text, and a timeline of the historic achievements that have transformed our understanding of the universe. This imagination-capturing title also examines the surprising ways we already benefit from space technology, including enriched baby food and laser eye surgery.
Senses are the tools that allow an animal to gather information about its habitat. Sharks can see 10 times better than humans in clear water. Learn more in Senses, one of the titles in the Amazing Adaptations series.
This unique title allows budding young engineers, architects, and designers to use their personal creativity to design communities and their spaces. Through engaging photographs, clear explanations, and realistic activities, readers will be inspired to design parks and other elements that make communities enjoyable and accessible for all people. Opportunities to take plans from paper to screen build digital skills, making projects diverse and multi-level for all types of readers.
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