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Hi-Lo Book Comprehension Strategies Guide was created as a resource for classroom teachers in grades 3-12 who work with struggling and developing readers. The 30 strategies included can be used with any Hi-Lo Book and are organized according to the critical phases of reading (before, during, and after) to maximize comprehension. Each strategy has a visual example and a step-by-step lesson plan. Educators can easily incorporate these strategies into their curriculum to help their students become
Each title in the Historic Disasters and Mysteries series explores what happened and why, what evidence exists to support these ideas/scenarios; the individuals involved; and the aftermath. Personal accounts, the observations of experts, and interesting facts add depth and perspective.
The COVID-19 pandemic is not the first and, according to experts, will not be the last such disease to spread illness and death and upend life around the globe. Humanity has endured pandemics and plagues all through history. While each of these events presented unique challenges for the time in which they occurred, the difficulties, the pain and suffering, and even some of the triumphs will resonate today.
The History in 50 series explores history by telling thematically linked stories. Each book includes 50 illustrated narrative accounts of people and events--some well-known, others often overlooked--that, together, build a rich connect the-dots mosaic and challenge conventional assumptions about how history unfolds. Dedicated to the premise that history is the greatest story ever told. Includes a mix of ""greatest hits"" with quirky, surprising, provocative accounts. Challenges readers to think
This sparkling series illuminates several figures who altered the direction of world events and revolutionized viewpoints and conversations. Their biographies expand on the key details of their lives and successes by delving into the personal and world events that shaped them and their philosophies. Readers get to know the worldÎs most influential and lasting faces through this educational and vividly designed series. Each book contains evidence-based critical analysis of what made the historica
Racism has been a part of the American experience since before the Pilgrims landed on Plymouth Rock. Blacks, Native Americans, Hispanics, and Chinese have all endured the physical and emotional pain of being regarded as inferior. This book traces the causes and effects of, and resistance to, racism throughout American history.
Created with the help of international specialists and institutions, this series offers the most comprehensive and in-depth summary of world history available at this level. Stunningly detailed illustrations and photos are almost a summary of existing anthropological evidence worldwide. An invaluable series for both the library and classroom.
The world’s greatest structures were all built through some combination of human ingenuity, perseverance, vision, will power and, in many cases, physical might. History’s Great Structures examines the practical, technological, and political challenges encountered by the designers and builders; how these structures were used by the people of the time; and what has become of them today.
These detailed and entertaining guides are filled with profiles of truly accomplished musicians across a broad spectrum of musical styles and genres. Readers are introduced to a wide variety of musical artists including Ludwig von Beethoven, Elvis Presley, and Jay-Z. Each book offers a comprehensive view of the worldÎs musical history and is supported by photographs and primary sources. Readers will be fascinated and inspired by the amazing stories of the worldÎs most influential musicians.
Detailed profiles of many notable scientists are thoughtfully collected within the guides of this important set. Some biographies are supported by photographs and primary sources. Readers will be fascinated and inspired by the amazing stories of the world’s most influential scientists.