Jumpstarters for World History, Grades 4 - 8


Book Description

Bring history to life for students in grades 4 and up using Jumpstarters for World History: Short Daily Warm-Ups for the Classroom! This 48-page resource covers ancient civilizations, such as the Sumerians, the Vikings, the Celts, the Aztecs, and the Romans. It includes five warm-ups per reproducible page, answer keys, and suggestions for use.




Mysteries: A Journey Around the World, Grades 4 - 8


Book Description

Connect students in grades 4 and up with science using Mysteries: A Journey Around the World. This 48-page book challenges students to investigate further with this collection of science-confounding mysteries. The book includes multidisciplinary topics and activities that develop research skills and higher-level thinking. It is suitable for group and independent study, library research, curriculum enhancement, and homework enrichment. The book includes a list of related topics for each mystery.




World History Quick Starts Workbook, Grades 4 - 12


Book Description

GRADES 4–12: This 64-page history workbook helps students to reinforce their knowledge of ancient civilizations from around the world. FEATURES: A great way to start the day's lesson or as review for test prep, this world history resource book features two to four quick starts that can be cut apart and used separately, or the entire page can also be used as a whole-class or individual assignment. INCLUDES: This resource book for history includes daily mini-activities to help enhance learning for students. With fill-in-the-blank, short answer, and true/false questions, units covered in this workbook include Prehistory, Ancient Egypt, The Romans, Northern Europe, and much more. WHY MARK TWAIN MEDIA: Mark Twain Media Publishing Company specializes in providing captivating, supplemental books and decorative resources to complement middle- and upper-grade classrooms. Designed by leading educators, the product line covers a range of subjects including mathematics, sciences, language arts, social studies, history, government, fine arts, and character.




Note Taking, Grades 4 - 8


Book Description

Encourage students in grades 4 and up to improve their research skills and test scores using Note Taking. This 48-page book helps students develop strategies for effective note-taking from textbooks, novels, research, online resources, and classroom lectures. It illustrates techniques such as Venn diagrams, webs, tables, lists, summaries, scanning, note cards, and cause and effect. The book also includes teacher ideas for note-taking activities, references, and answer keys.




Confusing Words, Grades 4 - 8


Book Description

Teach students to use confusing words correctly in both writing and speaking. Covers verbs, pronouns, homonyms, and more. Includes reproducible exercises and answer keys.




Using a Dictionary, Grades 4 - 8


Book Description

Teach students how information is presented in a dictionary. Covers alphabetical order, word placement, spelling, pronunciation, parts of speech, usage, and more. Includes answer keys.




Student Booster: Writing Facts and Opinions, Grades 4 - 8


Book Description

Write on! Write with students in grades 4 and up using Student Booster: Writing Facts and Opinions. This 32-page book helps students write news articles, headlines, directions, editorials, and reviews. Activities include distinguishing facts from opinions, using active verbs, and evaluating advertisements. The book includes an end-of-book review and answer key.




Student Booster: Writing Reports, Grades 4 - 8


Book Description

Write on! Write with students in grades 4 and up using Student Booster: Writing Reports. This 32-page book gives students a step-by-step approach to writing reports on any topic. Activities cover focusing on a topic, taking notes, preparing outlines, utilizing research tools, writing, editing, proofreading, and revising reports. The book includes an end-of-book review and answer key.




Learning About Cells, Grades 4 - 8


Book Description

Connect students in grades 4 and up with science using Learning about Cells. In this 48-page resource, students learn what cells are, the parts of cells, how cells live and reproduce, and how to use a microscope to view them. It establishes a dialogue with students to encourage their interest and participation in creative and straightforward activities. The book also includes a vocabulary list and a unit test. This book supports National Science Education Standards.




Reading Tutor: Inventions, Grades 4 - 8


Book Description

Make reading fun for students in grades 4 and up using Reading Tutor: Inventions! This 48-page book captures readers' enthusiasm with interesting, age-appropriate stories and activities relating to inventions. The book includes activities that reinforce difficult comprehension skills and improve reading levels. It is great for use in the classroom and at home!