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Escape North! The Story of Harriet Tubman is an easy-to-read, page-turning account of Harriet Tubman’s life. It takes you from her childhood in slavery to her years as a conductor on the Underground Railroad to her later work as a suffragette and as a spy in the Civil War. This remarkable true story brings to life one of America’s greatest female role models.

Part of: Step Into Reading: Level 4

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Tell classic tales to students in grades 5 and up using Greek and Roman Mythology! This 128-page book includes reproducible activities that develop higher-level thinking skills through mythological stories, maps, charts, crossword puzzles, quizzes, and worksheets. The book covers topics such as mythology, geography, history, and creative writing. Students love learning about these fascinating tales! 

By Carson Dellosa/Mark Twain Media

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With today's emphasis on fast-moving technology and the focus on testing standards for science and math, the need for students to grasp key scientific principles has never been greater. The Kingfisher Science Encyclopedia, 3rd edition is the one reference that includes all of the information students need to know in a concise and trustworthy package. Fully revised and updated, with clear, accessible writing by scientific experts and plenty of illustration for visual learners, this volume provides in-depth insight and succinct authoritative answers to all areas of scientific inquiry-avoiding the need to hunt and peck for information across multiple sources. An impressive supplementary section at the end of the book includes mini-biographies of famous scientists, and an illustrated time line of key inventions and discoveries. Arranged thematically into ten subjects, with reference summaries for each chapter and a full index, this encyclopedia does more than merely provide facts-it helps the reader develop an integrated, hands-on understanding of the science which drives everything around us. Learn More

By Andrew Prentice, Matthew Oldham, Illustrated by Hannah Peck

Do you dream of becoming a scriptwriter? This book will help you write all kinds of scripts - scary ones, exciting ones and hilariously silly ones. Each page is full of tips and ideas that will help you every step of the way - from making up characters to writing dialogue and putting on your very own show. With Usborne Quicklinks to specially selected websites for more inspiration.

A great primer for anyone who wants to write a film, a play, a radio play, a puppet show, a podcast - any kind of script you can dream of.

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• Super Space Adventures: Kids learn the order of the planets, build a 3-D rocket, and more with these hands-on preschool science activities!
• School-Ready Skills: Within the 24-page write-and-wipe preschool activity book, kids learn school-ready skills with the help of puzzling mazes, writing and sequence exercises, and all kinds of space facts!
• See the Secret Message: This set's 3-D rocket comes with a secret message decoder to help kids solve the secrets of space!

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Includes NEW topics to intrigue and inspire; Provides high-interest writing, editing, and proofreading activities; Models different types of writing; Boosts writing success with handy checklists and guide sheets. Grades 10-12. From Walch Education. Learn More

Six different world cultures are the focus of Hands-On Culture: Japan, Mexico and Central America, Southeast Asia, West Africa, Ancient Egypt, and Ancient Greece and Rome. These colorful volumes examine each culture's art, science, history, geography, and language and literature. From making sushi to designing a drum to reading hieroglyphics, students use an array of hands-on activities to grow more culturally aware and appreciative if differences among peoples. Topics in this volume include: Writing and the Greek alphabet; Greek and Roman proverbs; Greek and Roman gods and myths; Daily life in Rome. Grades 5-9. From Walch Education Learn More

Part of the Hands-On Culture Series, Six different world cultures are the focus of Hands-On Culture: Japan, Mexico and Central America, Southeast Asia, West Africa, Ancient Egypt, and Ancient Greece and Rome. These colorful volumes examine each culture's art, science, history, geography, and language and literature. From making sushi, to designing a drum to reading hieroglyphics, students use an array of hands-on activities to grow more culturally aware and appreciative if differences among peoples. Topics in this volume include: Egyptian religion: hundreds of gods; Hieroglyphics: picture writing; Playing games; Drama: the Festival of Osiris; Making a mummy. Grades 5-9. From Walch Education. Learn More

The LIFEPAC 7th Grade History & Geography Set presents a comprehensive overview of history and the social sciences. In this biblically integrated homeschool course, your child will study lessons which focus on the fundamentals of geography, U.S. history, anthropology, economics, political science, along with state economics and politics. Teacher's guide included. From Alpha Omega. Learn More

Lifepac Science 7th Grade Boxed Set by Alpha Omega. The LIFEPAC 7th Grade Science Set is a colorful, student-driven science course focused on the study of God's wonderful creation. In this engaging worktext-based program, your child will focus on the study of earth science and human anatomy, including lesson on science tools, Copernicus, the planets, solar effects, climate, and weather. Teacher's guide included. Learn More

It is August 3, 1492 and Pedro de Salcedo has had little experience at sea or aboard a ship. But he can read and write — a rare skill for a boy of his times — and because of this, he is assigned as ship's boy to a sailing vessel bound for India. The ship's commander is a man who calls himself "Captain General of the Ocean Sea." He is a man known for leading morning prayers and for his fiery temper. He is Christopher Columbus, and Pedro de Salcedo, along with the 40 other men aboard the Santa Maria, are riding with him into history. From August until October of 1492, Christopher Columbus and the ships under his command — the Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria — sail into the great unknown, searching the seas for a western route to India. Pedro keeps a journal of the voyage. He describes the hopelessness shared by some of the men on board after so many months on the open sea, and the near mutiny that Columbus overcomes before land is finally spotted on a moonlit horizon on October 12, 1492. The beach on which Columbus steps is given the name of San Salvador. Pedro remains by his captain's side — and keeps writing in his journal — throughout the months Columbus and his men explore the Americas to claim what they find in the name of the king and queen of Spain. Gr. 3-8 Learn More

Reading Comprehension Book 1 includes 31 selections in the following 7 subject areas. A sample passage title is given for each subject area: Social Studies—Sacajawea Science—How Rocks are Made Philosophy, Logic, and Language—Pandora Combined Subjects—How Insects Communicate Math—The History of Numerals Literature—A Different Kind of Home The Arts—The Art of Creating Cartoons In each lesson, the presentation of the passage consistently follows the same 7-step format: • About the Passage—introduces the selection to the reader and activates prior knowledge • Reason for Reading—explains the reading skill emphasized • The Selection—thematically organized selections across subject matter. • Thinking it Over—lists two to three broad questions to be answered in writing • Studying the Passage—asks questions about the main idea, facts, and sequence, and asks students to draw conclusions, make assumptions, and interpret. • Using the Words—encourages students to use new vocabulary words in a paragraph • Writing about It—has students answer questions about the contents of the selection and offer their interpretation or opinion. Includes teacher's edition/answer key. Learn More

Reading Comprehension Book 2 includes 31 selections in the following 7 subject areas. A sample passage title is given for each subject area: Social Studies—A Wall of Names Science—How to Make a Thermometer Philosophy, Logic, and Language—Climatic Clues Combined Subjects—How Weather Affects Travel Math—Reading a Thermometer Literature—Demeter and Persephone The Arts—Daedalus: A Cunning Artist In each lesson, the presentation of the passage consistently follows the same 7-step format: • About the Passage—introduces the selection to the reader and activates prior knowledge • Reason for Reading—explains the reading skill emphasized • The Selection—thematically organized selections across subject matter. • Thinking it Over—lists two to three broad questions to be answered in writing • Studying the Passage—asks questions about the main idea, facts, and sequence, and asks students to draw conclusions, make assumptions, and interpret. • Using the Words—encourages students to use new vocabulary words in a paragraph • Writing about It—has students answer questions about the contents of the selection and offer their interpretation or opinion Skills Addressed • Story recall • Sequencing • Identifying facts • Drawing conclusions • Vocabulary development • Main idea • Extending thoughts in writing • Inference. Includes teacher's edition/answer key. Learn More

Reading Comprehension Book 3 includes 31 selections in the following 7 subject areas. A sample passage title is given for each subject area: Social Studies—First Ladies Science—Eclipses Philosophy, Logic, and Language—The Giving Trees Combined Subjects—Amelia Earhart Math—Tree Rings Tell a Story Literature—A House Made From Trees The Arts—A Great Musician In each lesson, the presentation of the passage consistently follows the same 7-step format: • About the Passage—introduces the selection to the reader and activates prior knowledge • Reason for Reading—explains the reading skill emphasized • The Selection—thematically organized selections across subject matter. • Thinking it Over—lists two to three broad questions to be answered in writing • Studying the Passage—asks questions about the main idea, facts, and sequence, and asks students to draw conclusions, make assumptions, and interpret. • Using the Words—encourages students to use new vocabulary words in a paragraph • Writing about It—has students answer questions about the contents of the selection and offer their interpretation or opinion Skills Addressed • Story recall • Sequencing • Identifying facts • Drawing conclusions • Vocabulary development • Main idea • Extending thoughts in writing • Inference. Includes Teacher's Edition/Answer Key. Learn More

Reading Comprehension Book 4 includes 31 selections in the following 7 subject areas. A sample passage title is given for each subject area: Social Studies—Harriet Tubman Science—The Water Cycle Philosophy, Logic, and Language—Writing on Stone Combined Subjects—Breaking the Sound Barrier Math—Why We Have a Seven-Day Week Literature—The Palm Tree of the Iroquois The Arts—Michelangelo In each lesson, the presentation of the passage consistently follows the same 7-step format: • About the Passage—introduces the selection to the reader and activates prior knowledge • Reason for Reading—explains the reading skill emphasized • The Selection—thematically organized selections across subject matter. • Thinking it Over—lists two to three broad questions to be answered in writing • Studying the Passage—asks questions about the main idea, facts, and sequence, and asks students to draw conclusions, make assumptions, and interpret. • Using the Words—encourages students to use new vocabulary words in a paragraph • Writing about It—has students answer questions about the contents of the selection and offer their interpretation or opinion Skills Addressed • Story recall • Sequencing • Identifying facts • Drawing conclusions • Vocabulary development • Main idea • Extending thoughts in writing • Inference. Includes Teacher's Edition/Answer Key. Learn More

Reading Comprehension Book 5 includes 31 selections in the following 7 subject areas. A sample passage title is given for each subject area: Social Studies—An Inuit Tradition Science—Marie Curie Philosophy, Logic, and Language—Probability and Chance Combined Subjects—What It Takes to Fly Math—Math in Music Literature—Haiku The Arts—Music in Our Lives In each lesson, the presentation of the passage consistently follows the same 7-step format: • About the Passage—introduces the selection to the reader and activates prior knowledge • Reason for Reading—explains the reading skill emphasized • The Selection—thematically organized selections across subject matter. • Thinking it Over—lists two to three broad questions to be answered in writing • Studying the Passage—asks questions about the main idea, facts, and sequence, and asks students to draw conclusions, make assumptions, and interpret. • Using the Words—encourages students to use new vocabulary words in a paragraph • Writing about It—has students answer questions about the contents of the selection and offer their interpretation or opinion Skills Addressed • Story recall • Sequencing • Identifying facts • Drawing conclusions • Vocabulary development • Main idea • Extending thoughts in writing • Inference. Includes Teacher's Edition/Answer Key. Learn More

Reading Comprehension Book 6 includes 31 selections in the following 7 subject areas. A sample passage title is given for each subject area: Social Studies—Our Basic American Right Science—The Biggest River Philosophy, Logic, and Language—The Power of Words Combined Subjects—Communication Through the Arts Math—Mathematics in Art Literature—Desert Treasure The Arts—The Art of Ancient Egypt In each lesson, the presentation of the passage consistently follows the same 7-step format: • About the Passage—introduces the selection to the reader and activates prior knowledge • Reason for Reading—explains the reading skill emphasized • The Selection—thematically organized selections across subject matter. • Thinking it Over—lists two to three broad questions to be answered in writing • Studying the Passage—asks questions about the main idea, facts, and sequence, and asks students to draw conclusions, make assumptions, and interpret. • Using the Words—encourages students to use new vocabulary words in a paragraph • Writing about It—has students answer questions about the contents of the selection and offer their interpretation or opinion Skills Addressed • Story recall • Sequencing • Identifying facts • Drawing conclusions • Vocabulary development • Main idea • Extending thoughts in writing • Inference. Includes Teacher's Edition/Answer Key. Learn More

Christian values, uplifting quotes, and reminders to pray for help or thankfulness are noteworthy elements of this spelling workbook. Phonics principles presented instruct children how to spell words with short and long vowel sounds, double consonants, special blends, digraphs oo and or, diphthongs, word endings, prefixes, suffixes, and compound words.

Word bank exercises, crosswords, fill-in-the-blank, writing practice, rhyming exercises, and other fun activities are included, helping children gain familiarity with how words and sentences are constructed. Test sheets are included at the back of the book. Teacher-Parent help is required. This second edition features updated fonts and other minor aesthetic changes; two-tone pages don't distract from the content.

This course builds a student’s spelling ability through the use of phonics rules. It instructs the student to spell with the use of short and long vowel sounds, double consonants, special blends, digraphs oo and or, diphthongs, word endings, prefixes, suffixes, and compound words.

Test sheets are included at the back of the book. With 36 units and 5 lessons per unit, the text is designed to be used daily over a 36 week period.

Grade 1. 127 pages. Published by Christian Liberty Press.

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This course features a review of phonics and spelling patterns from Building Spelling Skills: Book 1, and then goes on to explore a variety of consonant combinations, blends, digraphs, the spelling of certain peculiar phonetic sounds, and larger word parts. The course ends with spelling words incorporated into reading selections. Christian values, uplifting quotes and reminders to pray before each test are noteworthy elements of these spelling workbooks for grades 1-6. Phonics principles are emphasized throughout, along with advancing vocabulary through contextual works and lessons that include word meanings. A teacher's help is necessary, especially in the beginning books. Test pages are supplied in the back of each book. Word list exercises, choose the best answer, fill in the blank, list writing practice, sentence practice, categorization and other type questions help with reinforcement and retention of spelling words and principles. This second edition features updated fonts and other minor aesthetic changes; two-tone pages don't distract from the content. Grade 2. 133 pages. Published by Christian Liberty Press. Learn More

Author:  Claire Saunders
Illustrator:  Bethany Lord

Games in Animals of the USA include matching the animal to its home state, counting the bald eagles, and a manatee memory game. Interesting wildlife facts are embedded throughout the book, meaning that readers will absorb educational information as they play.

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This popular series offers nonfiction reading passages with comprehension questions on a variety of subjects for students in second grade through junior high school and beyond. Topics and questions prepare students for standardized tests and provide valuable practice in nonfiction reading comprehension. The entire Reading Comprehension series is particularly useful in a classroom that has students of varying reading abilities. Themes such as “Great Americans” and “What Do You Think?” reappear in each book, with the exact focus of the passage changing according to the level of the material. Early Reading Comprehension Four illustrated workbooks contain stories, brief articles, and poems in seven subject areas: general topics, social studies, science, logical thinking, mathematics, literature, and the arts. The variety of the selections gives students practice in reading about a wide range of subjects. Skills Addressed • Story elements • Literal comprehension questions • Recalling the main idea and details • Sequencing • Matching vocabulary words with meanings • Writing in response to reading passages Book A is for Grade 2. Answer Key is included. Learn More

This popular series offers nonfiction reading passages with comprehension questions on a variety of subjects for students in second grade through junior high school and beyond. Topics and questions prepare students for standardized tests and provide valuable practice in nonfiction reading comprehension. The entire Reading Comprehension series is particularly useful in a classroom that has students of varying reading abilities. Themes such as “Great Americans” and “What Do You Think?” reappear in each book, with the exact focus of the passage changing according to the level of the material. Early Reading Comprehension Four illustrated workbooks contain stories, brief articles, and poems in seven subject areas: general topics, social studies, science, logical thinking, mathematics, literature, and the arts. The variety of the selections gives students practice in reading about a wide range of subjects. Skills Addressed • Story elements • Literal comprehension questions • Recalling the main idea and details • Sequencing • Matching vocabulary words with meanings • Writing in response to reading passages Book B is for Grades 2-3. Answer Key is included. Learn More

This popular series offers nonfiction reading passages with comprehension questions on a variety of subjects for students in second grade through junior high school and beyond. Topics and questions prepare students for standardized tests and provide valuable practice in nonfiction reading comprehension. The entire Reading Comprehension series is particularly useful in a classroom that has students of varying reading abilities. Themes such as “Great Americans” and “What Do You Think?” reappear in each book, with the exact focus of the passage changing according to the level of the material. Early Reading Comprehension Four illustrated workbooks contain stories, brief articles, and poems in seven subject areas: general topics, social studies, science, logical thinking, mathematics, literature, and the arts. The variety of the selections gives students practice in reading about a wide range of subjects. Skills Addressed • Story elements • Literal comprehension questions • Recalling the main idea and details • Sequencing • Matching vocabulary words with meanings • Writing in response to reading passages Book C is for Grade 3. Answer Key is included. Learn More

This popular series offers nonfiction reading passages with comprehension questions on a variety of subjects for students in second grade through junior high school and beyond. Topics and questions prepare students for standardized tests and provide valuable practice in nonfiction reading comprehension. The entire Reading Comprehension series is particularly useful in a classroom that has students of varying reading abilities. Themes such as “Great Americans” and “What Do You Think?” reappear in each book, with the exact focus of the passage changing according to the level of the material. Early Reading Comprehension Four illustrated workbooks contain stories, brief articles, and poems in seven subject areas: general topics, social studies, science, logical thinking, mathematics, literature, and the arts. The variety of the selections gives students practice in reading about a wide range of subjects. Skills Addressed • Story elements • Literal comprehension questions • Recalling the main idea and details • Sequencing • Matching vocabulary words with meanings • Writing in response to reading passages Book D is for Grade 4. Answer Key is included. Learn More