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O Say Can You See Guided Reading 6-Pack


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Explore the story behind the American national anthem! This 6-pack of nonfiction readers will teach second grade students the history of “The Star-Spangled Banner” and the meaning behind its famous words. O Say Can You See 6-Pack • Analyzes the national anthem line by line to make sure students fully understand it • Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic that will keep students invested • Connects an important piece of American history to students’ daily lives • Includes a glossary, thought-provoking discussion questions, and a “Civics in Action” activity that aids students in learning this patriotic song • Offers a focused lesson plan that will help with implementation of activities In 1814, Francis Scott Key wrote a poem that would eventually become the country’s most well-known song. This teacher-approved 6-pack will help students dive into the history and meaning behind Key’s famous words. With beautiful images, a useful index, a fiction story about the anthem, and more helpful features, this 6-pack of books will show second grade students the significance of the national anthem and the American flag to their country. This 6-pack includes six copies of this title and a content-area focused lesson plan.




History of Comic Books Guided Reading 6-Pack


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Bam! Pow! Zing! What do these words make you think of? If you answered "a comic," then you already know a bit about comics. But there is so much more to know! Featuring comic book heroes and villains from DC, Marvel, Dark Horse, and Image Comics, the History of Comic Books dives into the history and lasting popularity of comic books. Featuring TIME content, this high-interest nonfiction reader builds critical literacy skills and academic vocabulary and is purposefully leveled to engage different types of learners. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and Lori Oczkus, the text includes a table of contents, captions, glossary, index, and images to deepen understanding. The detailed sidebars feature fun facts that develop higher-order thinking. The Try It! culminating activity provides additional language-development activities. Aligned with McREL and WIDA/TESOL standards, this text features complex content appropriate for middle school students. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level V title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.




The Preamble: The Spirit of America Guided Reading 6-Pack


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Students may have heard the phrase “We the people,” but do they truly know the history behind these powerful words? This 6-pack of nonfiction readers examines the Preamble to the Constitution in a fun and meaningful way. The Preamble: The Spirit of America 6-Pack • Analyzes the Preamble line by line in an easy-to-understand manner • Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic to keep students invested • Connects essential topics like the U.S. Constitution and federal government to students’ daily lives • Includes a glossary, interactive discussion questions, and a “Civics in Action” activity designed to get students excited about the Preamble’s powerful words • Offers a focused lesson plan that will facilitate implementation of activities In 1787, America’s leaders met to outline how the young nation would run. Thus begins the story of the Constitution and Preamble’s creation, explained in this teacher-approved 6-pack in an exciting and informative way. With an illustrated fiction story, index, beautiful images, and other useful features, this 6-pack of books will teach third grade students the meaning behind the words to the Preamble. This 6-pack includes six copies of this title and a content-area focused lesson plan.




We the People: Founding Documents Guided Reading 6-Pack


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With We the People: Founding Documents, students will explore some of the significant documents that helped shaped America. This informational text looks at the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, the Bill of Rights, and the Constitution – the important documents that have helped build a powerful nation. Breathe life into textbook pages with primary source materials! Students will gain a better understanding as they think about past events more critically with these historical snapshots of what life was like back then. Build literacy and subject content knowledge with this nonfiction reader that explores US history, geography, and other social studies topics. We the People: Founding Documents provides access to every type of learner with appropriately leveled content. The reader contains text features such as captions, bold print, glossary, and index to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. Aligned to McREL, WIDA/TESOL, NCSS/C3 Framework and other state standards, this text readies students for college and career readiness. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level U title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.




The Flag Guided Reading 6-Pack


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Help kindergarten students discover what the American flag means to them! This fun 6-pack of nonfiction readers explores the meaning behind a well-known symbol of the United States. The Flag 6-Pack • Explains what the flag represents and why it makes Americans proud • Provides a short and relatable fiction piece connected to the topic • Challenges students to explore the meaning of the flag with thought-provoking questions • Includes colorful pages, discussion questions, and a “Civics in Action” activity that will encourage students to learn how to take care of the flag • Offers a thorough lesson plan that will facilitate implementation of activities Throughout United States history, the American flag has been a symbol of freedom that people are proud to see. This teacher-approved 6-pack explores how people display respect for the flag and what its stars and stripes mean to the country. With vibrant images, an illustrated fiction piece, and other helpful features, this 6-pack of books will allow young students to navigate their own relationships with the Star-Spangled Banner. This 6-pack includes six copies of this title and a content-area focused lesson plan.




Presidents Guided Reading 6-Pack


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Teach students about the highest office in the country! This engaging 6-pack of nonfiction readers will show kindergarten students what it means to be president of the United States. Presidents 6-Pack • Explores the various responsibilities of the president using pictures and words • Provides a short fiction piece related to the topic that will interest young students • Connects civics themes such as leadership and democracy to students’ daily lives • Includes vibrant images, essential discussion questions, and a “Civics in Action” activity that will allow students to demonstrate their knowledge of the president • Offers a detailed lesson plan that will assist with implementation of activities Using relevant images from across U.S. history and grade-level text, this 6-pack of books will show students the many roles the president plays. This teacher-approved 6-pack offers a useful look at the work done inside and outside of the White House, from signing bills into laws to helping those in need. With an illustrated fiction story students can relate to, colorful pages, and other exciting features, this 6-pack of readers will help students understand the duties of the president. This 6-pack includes six copies of this title and a content-area focused lesson plan.




George Washington and the Men Who Shaped America Guided Reading 6-Pack


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With George Washington and the Men Who Shaped America, students will learn more about the commander and the leader who helped others found America. This rigorous informational text profiles the first president of the United States of America, during his early days in Mount Vernon, as he gains experience during the First and Second Continental Congress, and as he wins the war. This text also looks at the significant men who aided in the war effort – from Paul Revere, Nathan Hale, Baron von Steuben, and Marquis de Lafayette. Spark a curiosity with primary source materials that offers significant clues on how people lived back then. Build literacy and subject content knowledge with this nonfiction reader that explores US history, geography, and other social studies topics. George Washington and the Men Who Shaped America provides access to every type of learner with appropriately leveled content. The reader contains text features such as captions, bold print, glossary, and index to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. Aligned to McREL, WIDA/TESOL, NCSS/C3 Framework and other state standards, this text readies students for college and career readiness. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level S title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.




Abigail Adams and the Women Who Shaped America Guided Reading 6-Pack


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With Abigail Adams and the Women Who Shaped America, students will take a look at the revolutionary women who have helped shape America during the war. This informational text profiles the life of Abigail Adams and the important message she had about women's rights after the colonies declared independence. Ignite a passion for past events as students delve deeper into historical events with primary source materials. Build literacy and subject content knowledge with this nonfiction reader that explores US history, geography, and other social studies topics. Abigail Adams and the Women Who Shaped America provides access to every type of learner with appropriately leveled content. The reader contains text features such as captions, bold print, glossary, and index to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. Aligned to McREL, WIDA/TESOL, NCSS/C3 Framework and other state standards, this text readies students for college and career readiness. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level S title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.




Racing to Colonize the New World Guided Reading 6-Pack


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Take your students on a trip with the early explorers searching for new routes with Racing to Colonize the New World. This nonfiction reader takes look at the discovery of the "new world" and the people already living there. This informational text features primary source materials offering a historical snapshot of past events with maps, artifacts, and images from that era. Build literacy and subject content knowledge with this high-interest book that explores US history, geography, and other social studies topics. Racing to Colonize the New World provides access to every type of learner with appropriately leveled content. The reader contains text features such as captions, bold print, glossary, and index to increase understanding and build academic vocabulary. Aligned to McREL, WIDA/TESOL, NCSS/C3 Framework and other state standards, this text readies students for college and career readiness. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this Level T title and a lesson plan that specifically supports Guided Reading instruction.