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(0)Wendy Conklin
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
Lexile measure
640L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (25 pages) : illustrations (some color), color map.
Language
English
Description
Fascinate your students with the life and times of Benjamin Franklin, the talented inventor, politician, and writer who contributed to the Declaration of Independence and Constitution. This enthralling nonfiction e-Book breathes life into America's early years with primary source documents. Primary sources offer an intimate glimpse of what life was like during Franklin's lifetime, from his early days as an apprentice to his many accomplishments. Build...
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
620L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : illustrations (some color).
Language
English
Description
Depicts the life of Eleanor Roosevelt and describes her tenacity, intelligence, and devotion to her husband and the nation. Demonstrates the impact she had on achieving women's rights and her unique status as a First Lady that broke the mold of what a First Lady was expected to be. Discusses the work she did during the Great Depression and World War II and illustrates the support she gave to her husband by campaigning for him, giving speeches, and...
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials, Inc
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
760L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (25 pages) : illustrations (some color), color map.
Language
English
Description
The Civil War Leaders primary source reader builds literacy skills while offering engaging content across social studies subject areas. Primary source documents provide an intimate glimpse into what life was like during the 1800s. This nonfiction reader can be purposefully differentiated for various reading levels and learning styles. It contains text features to increase academic vocabulary and comprehension, from captions and bold print to index...
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Learn what life was like in Ancient Greece as you are whisked away to the past! This book breathes life into history and examines the mythology, art, architecture, politics, and other aspects of Greek culture. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and Lori Oczkus, and featuring TIME content, this book builds reading skills and includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The detailed sidebars, fascinating images,...
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color)
Language
English
Description
Imagine you live in Pompeii in the year 79. There are rumblings, followed by a terrible explosion that darkens the city of Pompeii for 18 hours. Experience the terror of that momentous volcanic eruption from the point of view of a barber who lived and worked in Pompeii. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and featuring TIME content, this book includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The intriguing sidebars,...
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Explore what life was life in ancient Egypt under the reign of Tutankhamun! Students will be whisked away to the past with this informational text that breathes life into history and examines the hieroglyphics, religion, politics, style, and lives of ancient Egyptians. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and Lori Oczkus, and featuring TIME content, this book includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The detailed...
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
620L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : illustrations (some color).
Language
English
Description
During the Cold War, communism was seen as a viable threat to the world. This fascinating title will introduce children to the leaders of the Cold War such as Nikita Khrushchev, John F. Kennedy, Vladimir Lenin, Joseph Stalin, and Mikhail Gorbachev as well as the ideas and systems each of them believed in and upheld including communism, democracy, and capitalism. Through vivid images, intriguing facts and sidebars, a helpful glossary and index, and...
Author
Series
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
670L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps.
Language
English
Description
Moctezuma was the most famous ruler of the powerful Aztec empire. Readers will learn about Moctezuma in this fascinating biography that features vibrant photos, stunning facts, engaging sidebars, and supportive text. Along with details of Moctzeuma's life, readers will also learn about the Aztec Empire, Eagle Warriors, Jaguar Warriors, Incas, Mayans, and the city of Tenochtitlán. A table of contents, glossary, and index are featured to help readers...
Author
Series
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials Publishing
Pub. Date
[2014]
Lexile measure
730L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : illustrations (some color), color maps.
Language
English
Description
The Mayas, Incas, and Aztecs were three groups of people found living in the ancient Americas, including the Andes Mountains and a city named Tenochtitlán. This intriguing book features details about these three incredible civilizations and explores how each of them fell when Spanish explorers found their settlements. Through detailed images and maps, captivating sidebars and facts, and an accessible glossary and index, readers will learn about leaders...
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
790L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : illustrations (some color).
Language
English
Description
Through many uprisings, protests, and demonstrations, segregation was finally abolished and civil rights were established for people of varying colors, races, and gender. This inspiring title allows readers to learn about the Civil Rights Movement and its fight for equality. Highlighted topics such as slavery, the Dred Scott decision, NAACP, Martin Luther King, Jr.'s March on Washington, and sit-ins are discussed and shown through supportive text,...
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2013]
Lexile measure
750L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Martin Luther King, Jr. grew up knowing that there needed to be a change in the way that African Americans were treated. In this biography, readers will learn about his inspirational life as he fought for equality and desegregation for African Americans through nonviolence and became one of the most infamous leaders of the Civil Rights Movement. Readers will discover topics such as discrimination, sit-ins, his winning the Nobel Peace Prize, and the...
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
650L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : illustrations (some color).
Language
English
Description
Winston Churchill was a skilled speaker who found ways to calm people's fears. This biographical book gives details about the life of Winston Churchill and the impact he made during World War II as part of the Allied Forces who fought against Adolph Hitler and the Nazis. Featuring stunning photos and images, fascinating sidebars, supportive text, and helpful glossary, index, and table of contents, this book will have readers fascinated and engaged...
Author
Series
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
610L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : illustrations (some color).
Language
English
Description
Confucius is now considered the greatest philosopher in Chinese history. This inspiring and enlightening biography will allow readers to discover Confucius' life of peace and harmony, his beliefs, and his philosophies that people still use today through interesting sidebars, facts, clear photos, supportive text, and a helpful glossary and index. Readers are also introduced to other important aspects of this period in China's history including the...
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (48 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Acrobatics is more than just flying through the air. It is the demonstration of flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination. Modern day acrobatics include parkour, walking a high wire, swinging on a trapeze, juggling, riding a unicycle, and more. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and featuring TIME content, this nonfiction book includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The intriguing sidebars, fascinating...
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : illustrations (some color), maps (some color).
Language
English
Description
What makes someone a "superstar"? If anyone ever earned that title, it is Leonardo da Vinci. He not only painted, he also designed architecture, created maps, and dreamed up countless machines that ended up getting built hundreds of years later. Learn all about this 16th century superstar with this biography! Developed by Timothy Rasinski and featuring TIME content, this book includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and...
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (48 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
How does the food you eat affect your body? Why is it important to exercise? How does stress affect the brain? Developed by Timothy Rasinski and featuring TIME content, this high-interest book teaches students the importance of a balanced diet and regular exercise, and provides tips on how to manage stress. The intriguing sidebars, detailed images, and in-depth Reader's Guide require students to connect back to the text and encourage multiple readings....
17) Ulysses S. Grant
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials, Inc
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
670L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (24 pages) : illustrations (some color).
Language
English
Description
Ulysses S. Grant was a great war hero and served two terms as the President of the United States. Readers will learn about his life in this appealing biography that highlights his time working as secretary of war as well as leader of the Union Army--including such events as the Battle of Shiloh, Vicksburg, and what he told Confederates about terms of surrender. The vivid images and illustrations work in conjunction with intriguing facts, helpful glossary,...
18) Robert E. Lee
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials, Inc
Pub. Date
[2013]
Lexile measure
660L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (25 pages) : illustrations (some color), color maps.
Language
English
Description
Robert E. Lee is often considered one of the finest leaders of the Civil War. This engaging biography allows readers to discover the honorable life Lee led, and learn how he made a great impact as a leader of the Confederate Army. Featuring such highlights in Lee's life as the Mexican War, the succession of the South from the Union, his relationship with Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson, and the Battle of Gettysburg, this book uses detailed images and illustrations...
19) The Cold War
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
730L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : illustrations (some color), color maps.
Language
English
Description
The Cold War lasted for more than 40 years. This interesting book gives readers a look at what caused the Cold War and some of the important events from this time. The helpful glossary, index, and easy-to-read text allows readers to further understand such things like totalitarian government, communism, capitalism, atomic bombs, blacklisting, espionage, and arms race. The fascinating images and photos along with the vibrant scrapbook layout, introduce...
Author
Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Pub. Date
[2015]
Lexile measure
800L
Physical Desc
1 online resource (25 pages) : illustrations (some color), maps (some color).
Language
English
Description
This exciting nonfiction book brings the exploration and discovery of the New World to life through lively images, engaging facts, and supportive text. Readers will take a trip through history and the Age of Discovery as they learn about such explorers as Marco Polo, Christopher Colombus, Ferdinand Magellan, and Henry Hudson. Readers will love the brilliant images of maps and documents that show the American Discovery, the Northwest Passage, and other...
