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Protests are an important way people use their voices to fight for change. Throughout history, young people have often been involved in protests and marches, and this continues today, with…
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Community service is often an enriching experience, but should it be mandatory for all students? This is the question readers explore as they learn about both sides of a debate…
Introduces young readers to firefighters and what they do.
How can a girl go from playing basketball in gym class to becoming a WNBA superstar? The journey starts by learning as much as possible about the sport of basketball…
Doctors are important community helpers. Readers explore different facets of a doctor’s job, from the people they work with to the things they do to help us feel better when…
In simple text, learn about the work of medical doctors.
Orion is often easy to spot on a clear night by looking for the Hunter’s belt of stars. How did this constellation get its name? What else can be found…
Being on a softball team teaches girls the value of teamwork, helps them become more confident, and allows them to grow into healthy and active women. Readers discover these and…
When we spend time with our siblings, playtime can also be a time to learn. Young readers follow along as a relatable narrator discovers the things they can learn from…
When we spend time with our siblings, playtime can also be a time to learn.
Most people want to be known as a good listener, but listening involves so much more than sitting quietly while someone else is speaking. It’s a skill that requires practice…
"Readers learn what their body language says to others, and what that can mean in a professional setting"--
How can you talk to your parents about difficult topics? What are examples of negotiating boundaries in relationships? Whom can you go to at school to ask for help? Readers…
Caribou, which are also known as wild reindeer, live in the cold, snowy tundra, where food is scarce. Their specially shaped hoofs help them walk on snow and dig for…
Many young students enjoy recess, but some schools have started to phase out this period of playtime in favor of test preparation and more time in the classroom. Is this…
If readers have ever wondered how soccer players bend it like Beckham, they’ll enjoy this unique look at the science behind the world’s most popular sport. Detailed text, fact boxes…
Martin Luther King Jr. is an iconic figure of the civil rights movement. His influence during the 1950s and 1960s led to key moments that defined the era, including impassioned…
Malcolm X was a leading figure during the civil rights movement, most known for his advocacy for extreme methods to achieve social justice and civil equality. Readers discover his philosophies…
Rosa Parks was a legendary woman who dared to stand against authority and helped spark a boycott and a movement in 1955. This book explores her life, her key decisions…
The first African American Supreme Court justice, Thurgood Marshall is a name synonymous with determination. He was an active voice in the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s…
Jesse Jackson has spent much of his life working for social justice and peace. Today he remains a key figure in civil rights affairs. This engaging biography details the origins…
A city is an exciting place to live. It has tall buildings, many people, and a variety of ways to get from place to place. Readers learn what life is…
What is a suburb, and how is it different from a city or rural community? Readers find the answers to these questions and more.
There are many players on a baseball diamond at one time. What are their jobs? Readers find out as they explore the different positions on a baseball team and what…
Looks at the different positions in basketball, describing how they work together to help the team win.
Moose are the largest species of deer in the world, and their antlers alone can grow to be over 6 feet long! Readers discover fun facts such as these while…
Sports are fun, but they can be dangerous, too. As more information becomes available about concussions and other injuries, many people have wondered if certain sports, such as football, are…
Readers are introduced to the concept of human rights in an accessible way… Graphic organizers provide additional information as well as ideas for how young people can respect the rights…
