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Why Do We Have Laws? |
| Books in this new series are a great resource for introducing readers to key aspects of our government�just in time for the 2008 election. Readers will learn about the importance of laws, the duties of our leaders, the election process, and the rights and responsibilities shared by all Americans. The series uses easy-to-understand language to explain important concepts that are closely tied to the social studies curriculum, and content correlates to NCSS and state standards. Each title includes a glossary, an index, and sources for further research. 24 pages, full-color photographs, paperback, grades 2 and up. |
| http://www.biguniverse.com/c/r/289/dm |
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Why Are Elections Important? |
| Books in this new series are a great resource for introducing readers to key aspects of our government�just in time for the 2008 election. Readers will learn about the importance of laws, the duties of our leaders, the election process, and the rights and responsibilities shared by all Americans. The series uses easy-to-understand language to explain important concepts that are closely tied to the social studies curriculum, and content correlates to NCSS and state standards. Each title includes a glossary, an index, and sources for further research. 24 pages, full-color photographs, paperback, grades 2 and up. |
| http://www.biguniverse.com/c/r/291/dm |
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Martin Luther King Jr. Graphic Biography |
| Fast-paced and easy-to-read, these softcover 32-page graphic biographies teach students about historical figures: those who lead us into new territory, pursued scientific discoveries; battled injustice and prejudice; and broke down creative and artistic barriers. These biographies offer a variety of rich primary and secondary source material to support teaching to standards.
Using the graphics, students can activate prior knowledge�bridge what they already know with what they have yet to learn. Graphically illustrated biographies also teach inference skills, character development, dialogue, transitions, and drawing conclusions. Graphic biographies in the classroom provide an intervention with proven success for the struggling reader. |
| http://www.biguniverse.com/c/r/368/dm |
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What Are Citizens' Basic Rights? |
| Many of the key freedoms Americans enjoy are guaranteed by the Bill of Rights, the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution. In this volume, students explore the freedoms promised in the Bill of Rights, including freedom of religion, speech, and the press. The book also examines other important amendments, the rights of accused people, and the responsibilities of citizens that come along with their constitutional rights. 32 pages, full-color photographs, paperback, grades 4-6. |
| http://www.biguniverse.com/c/r/283/dm |
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George Washington's Shoes |
| A story of generosity in the time before America was only a dream. |
| http://thestoryhome.com/2009/07/04/george-washingtons-shoes/ |
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