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When Joseph Djugashvili was born the son of a poor shoemaker, few suspected he would rise to become one of the twentieth century's most ruthless and powerful dictators. Enamored as a young man with the revolutionary politics of Lenin, he joined the underground Marxist Party and began his pursuit of power by leading strikes and demonstrations. Six times he was exiled to Siberia for his illicit activities, escaping many times despite below freezing temperatures and on one occasion an attack by a pack of wolves. His instinctive ability to command authority and divide the opposition through lies and deceit set him on a path he would follow to become Russia's most absolute dictator. He was never reticent to shed innocent blood in the pursuit of his own ends, and he carefully orchestrated demonstrations that brought about massacres that he then used to his own revolutionary ends. His vision was far reaching, and while his initial purpose was to establish a Soviet socialist state his larger goal was world domination. Ultimately responsible for the deaths of over 30 million—13 million alone in the Ukrainian famine he caused—Stalin's life is a sober and heartbreaking account of the reign of terror suffered by countless millions at the hands of one man. Illustrated with photographs. 242 pgs Learn More

This is another classic by the author of Moby-Dick. This story weaves the struggle between "social authority, individual freedom, human justice and abstract good." Learn More

"Capitalism For Kids: Growing Up to Be Your Own Boss". An outstanding introduction to entrepreneurship. Stresses how a person can earn a profit in business while maintaining the highest possible standards of honesty and integrity. Includes a self-test to help the reader determine how enterprising he/she really is, as well as an excellent chapter on "Capitalism and Other Isms" that clearly defines capitalism, democratic socialism, socialism, and communism. Although written with young people in mind, many adults will benefit by reading this book, especially the section which was written specifically for parents and teachers. Highly recommended. Ages 10 up. Learn More

Life of Fred Pre-Algebra with Economics. Learn... *how to rid of snakes in sugar cane fields *the difference between freedom and liberty *why Fred couldn't be a movie star *and even some algebra and economics All fun! Just open and enjoy. Domain and co-domain of a function. Conversion factors, Steps in Solving Word Problems, How Not to Bore Your Horse If You Are a Jockey, One-to-one Functions, Unit Analysis, Key to a Successful Business, Five Qualities that Money Should Have, the Tulip Mania in Holland, Definitions of Capitalism, Socialism, and Communism, Payday Loans, the Tragedy of the Commons, Partnerships, Cardinality of a Set, Four Ways to Kill Competition, Freedom vs. Liberty, Why We Have a High Standard of Living, Tariffs, Demand Curves, Venn Diagrams, Ricardo's Law of Comparative Advantage. Hardback, 288 pages. Learn More

myPerspectives is a brand new English language arts curriculum for Grades 6–12 that values the perspective of the learner, collectively and individually, and provides next-gen learning experiences that promote higher achievement and develop the competencies needed for college and career readiness.

Homeschool  Bundle includes the Students Edition, Teacher’s Edition, and complete Digital Path access.</pmyPerspectives ™ ELA is a print & digitally blended comprehensive solution for next generation learners. The cutting-edge digital tools make the teaching of English Language Arts culturally, socially, and technologically relevant and engage students today who are digital natives to a whole new approach to learning that moves them beyond their own experiences. This new student-centered curriculum focuses on a consistent approach that improves learning and achievement.

Overview Students read texts and engage in activities that inspire thoughtful conversation, discussion, and debate. Students will encounter authors’ perspectives as they read literature from across time periods and cultures. As students read the literature and engage in activities in myPerspectives, they will formulate—and defend—their opinions as they develop their own perspectives. In each unit of study, students will read classic and contemporary fiction and nonfiction texts, and view/listen to media selections, all related to an Essential Question. Students will use technology to interact with texts and activities, and they can write directly in their Student Edition to make interaction with texts more meaningful.

myPerspectives… • promotes student ownership of their learning through goal setting, student choice, and reflection • links together knowledge, skills and learning behaviors • is backwards designed from defined learning outcomes with learning activities, instruction, and assessments-- always feeding back to the Performance Tasks and Performance-Based Assessment • provides opportunities to personalize for learning in response to student performance and need Research shows that increasing student engagement increases student achievement. Student-centered learning environment is a cornerstone of this program.

myPerspectives allows students to take ownership of their learning and focuses instruction to help students develop independent reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills in the context of meaningful projects.

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The Railway Children By E. NESBIT Introduction by Jacqueline Wilson.

The Railway Children is the classic children’s story by E. Nesbit. When Father is taken away unexpectedly, Roberta, Peter, Phyllis and their mother have to leave their comfortable life in London to go and live in a small cottage in the country. The children seek solace in the nearby railway station, and make friends with Perks the Porter and the Station Master himself. Each day, Roberta, Peter and Phyllis run down the field to the railway track and wave at the passing London train, sending their love to Father. Little do they know that the kindly old gentleman passenger who waves back holds the key to their father’s disappearance.

One of the best-loved classics of all time, with a wonderful introduction by Jacqueline Wilson. Edith Nesbit was a mischievous child who grew up into an unconventional adult. With her husband, Hubert Bland, she was one of the founder members of the socialist Fabian Society; their household became a centre of the socialist and literary circles of the times. E. Nesbit turned late to children’s writing. Her first children’s book, The Treasure Seekers, was published in 1899 to great acclaim. Other books featuring the Bastable children followed, and a series of magical fantasy books, including Five Children and It also became very popular. The Railway Children was first published monthly in the London Magazine in 1905, and published as a book in 1906, which has been in print ever since. Other children’s books by E Nesbit: The Story of the Treasure Seekers; The Wouldbegoods; The New Treasure Seekers; Complete History of the Bastable Family; Five Children and It; The Phoenix and the Carpet; The Story of the Amulet; The House of Arden; Harding’s Luck; The Railway Children; The Enchanted Castle; The Magic City; The Wonderful Garden; Wet Magic; Five of Us and Madeline

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Emotional literacy provides an essential foundation for empathy, socialization, and self-understanding. Use eeBoo's How Am I Feeling? conversation cards to interpret facial expressions and inspire conversations about what makes us feel the way we do, improving our emotional intelligence. The 48 cards deploy award winning artwork, by Saxton Freymann, delightfully demonstrating a broad range of emotional fruits and vegetables with no age, race, or gender.

Features:

Box: 5" x 1 ¼" x 6 ½"

Card size: 4 ½" x 6"

48 Cards

2 Parent cards

Winner of the Oppenheim Platinum Award

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A group of farm animals are ready to moo-oooove about the farm! Play this version of the classic board game, Snakes and Ladders. Hey! Hay! Can you climb your way to the top or are you getting muddy as you slide past a buddy? The farm animals are having so much fun counting their way to the win - will it be you? A great game for the whole family! It includes six pawns and stands, gameboard, and spinner.

Skills learned:
Number recognition
Basic counting
Direction/movement comprehension
Social development
Animal recognition

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The 3rd Edition Learning Language Arts Through Literature - The Gold Book - British offers instructions and directions for student and teacher. Now the answers are in the Teacher Section along with novel summaries, answers, and more helps making this edition easier than ever to use! The Gold Book - British Literature is complete curriculum for high school language arts courses. Classic poems and novels by the best and most influential authors were selected to demonstrate literary principles. The Gold Book series is designed to encourage the high school student's ability to read and understand literature, develop the ability for verbal and written expression, enable him to interpret and access literary meaning in terms of content and philosophy and clearly state a position in response. In The Gold Book - British Literature you will find: Novel Studies take an in-depth look at five well-known British novels. Students are challenged with thought-provoking questions, learn to interpret literature, analyze characters, and more. Book Reviews and writing assignments offer students opportunity to read good literature, write a summary, and formulate an opinion of the book. Poetry Study includes the poetry of notable British poets from the Romantic and Victorian periods and Modern Age. Included among the greats are Wordsworth, Shelley, Keats, Tennyson, Arnold, Hopkins, Eliot, Owen, Graves, and more. Essay Study includes the process of writing three 500-word essays, including one essay interpreting poetry. Complete instructions guide students to understanding and success. Book Reviews and writing assignments offer students opportunity to read good literature, write a summary, and formulate an opinion of the book. Teacher's Guide and Answers are located in the back of the book. From Common Sense Press. 168 Pages. Learn More

NO LONGER SUPPORTED AFTER JUNE 2022

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Switched on Schoolhouse has been discontinued and our stock is limited. The USB Flash drive will work on current Windows 10 Home or Pro versions (S mode not supported). AOP Technical support will be available until June 2022. According to Alpha Omega, the USB Drive should continue to work on Windows 10 beyond June 2022, but no tech support will be available.

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Units: How Others Lived for God; Angels; The Presence of God; Bible Methods & Structure; The Christian in the World; Proving What We Believe; Paul's Missionary Journeys; God Created Man for Eternity; Authority & Law; and Review.

Looking for an interactive way to teach your child about Christ? Try Switched-On Schoolhouse 5th Grade Bible from Alpha Omega Publications. This dynamic homeschool course will introduce your child to the fundamental beliefs of Christianity and Bible history. Cover multiple diverse topics like angels, Bible structure, eternity, government, and more! Set your child on a solid Biblical foundation with this comprehensive, easy-to-follow Alpha Omega curriculum. Plus, this cutting-edge, computer-based homeschool curriculum will keep your child's interest with enriching content, engaging multimedia, and learning games. And, SOS 5th Grade Bible offers two Bible versions to choose from-either the King James Version or New American Standard Bible®.

Throw away that bulky lesson planner and all those pages of grading! Parents love Switched-On Schoolhouse's teacher-friendly tools like quick instillation, a handy message center, and automatic lesson planning and grading. This convenient homeschool curriculum saves you valuable time so you can have more hands-on teaching time with your child. What could be better? Switched-On Schoolhouse 5th Grade Bible is the perfect Christian-based course to add to your child's studies. From a Christian publisher, this Bible course is a non-denominational doctrinal approach to Scripture mastery.

Switched-On Schoolhouse Flash Drives are now updated!.

 Minimum system requirements: Windows 10 Home or Pro (Up to Date); Dual Core 1.1 GHz or higher (2 GHz recommended), 4 GB RAM, 120 GB minimum total space with 5GB available hard drive space, and a 1024 x 768 or higher resolution monitor. Microsoft Office and a printer are recommended.

Please note that the software is NOT Mac-compatible and is no longer Windows XP or Windows 8 compatible. Windows 10 S Mode is not supported.

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Authentically detailed drawings depict typical figures from revolutionary war period — broom seller, farmer, wagoner, Indian chief, cooper, doctor, wigmaker, lady, gentleman, town watchman, and many more. Delightful sourcebook for learning social history. 46 lively drawings — 15 figures depicted in color on covers. Dover Original. Learn More

Renowned for his studies of ballerinas, both on stage and off, Degas excelled at capturing fleeting, transitory gestures. This collection features six of his most popular paintings of dancers: The Dance Examination, The Dance Class, Dancer in a Rose Dress, The Rehearsal, and two titled Four Dancers.6 pages.Dimensions: 4 3/16 x 5 3/4 Dover Original. Learn More

These spelling dictionaries are indispensable resources for writers of all ages and abilities. Based on studies of spelling and vocabulary and the author’s research, these handy reference books contain the most frequently used and misspelled words for students at these grade levels. Unlike most beginning dictionaries, these are designed to be useable and reliable, to build research and writing skills, and to help teachers promote independent learning in a classroom setting. Skills Addressed • Spelling • Dictionary and reference skills • Homonyms • High-frequency words • Commonly confused words • Overused words • Content area vocabulary • Writing and word choice. Grades 6-8 Learn More

Follow the adventures of Lewis and Clark as they discover new lands filled with new challenges. From encounters with indigenous people, floods, heat, prairie fires, and snake-infested waters, as well as hunger, thirst, and freezing weather, this book will take you on their infamous journey as you discover the daily challenges faced by the Corps of Discovery. Based on the author's earlier works and studies of Lewis and Clark, the book is written with young readers in mind and reads like a delightful story without losing the accuracy of the time period. There are 41 black-and-white illustrations of various sizes and a 2-page map of the U.S. showing the route taken by the expeditionary force. 184 pages. Ages 9-12. Published by Dover. Learn More

NO LONGER SUPPORTED AFTER JUNE 2022

IN STOCK ONLY

Switched on Schoolhouse has been discontinued and our stock is limited. The USB Flash drive will work on current Windows 10 Home or Pro versions (S mode not supported). AOP Technical support will be available until June 2022. According to Alpha Omega, the USB Drive should continue to work on Windows 10 beyond June 2022, but no tech support will be available.

This Item is On Final Closeout Sale and NOT RETURNABLE

The Switched-On Schoolhouse 7th Grade 5-Subject Set contains all core subjects—Bible, science, math, language arts, and history and geography—for a whole year.

SOS provides the structure of textbook learning in a modern, computer-based format with multimedia-rich lessons that infuse excitement into your child’s learning process! Presented in an interactive, media-rich learning environment, Switched-On Schoolhouse offers features and abilities that textbooks cannot begin to offer. For students, multimedia features such as videos, animated clips, interactive timelines and learning games, as well as immediate grading and feedback add lots of excitement to the learning process. And parents benefit from highly adaptable features such as time-saving automated lesson planning and grading, customizable recordkeeping options, and many other flexible Alpha Omega curriculum options.

This biblically-based, homeschool curriculum provides everything needed by both parent and student for an entire school year. With the SOS 7th Grade 5-Subject Set, you will receive all five subjects—Bible, language arts, math, science, and history and geography. Take a look at what’s included in this complete set:

Bible—Christian Basics II and Life of Christ

History & Geography—Social Science Survey

Language Arts—Composition and Literature

Math—Basic Math Skills

Science—General Science I

Text-based lessons are interspersed with interactive multimedia activities which enrich and reinforce material presented in the lesson. Comprehension and review questions used at the end of each lesson encourage mastery of learned material, and quizzes and unit tests in this Alpha Omega curriculum provide an excellent way for parents to evaluate student progress.

 USB Flashdrive format. Minimum system requirements: Windows 10 Home or Pro (Up to Date); Dual Core 1.1 GHz or higher (2 GHz recommended), 4 GB RAM, 120 GB minimum total space with 5GB available hard drive space, 1024 x 768 or higher resolution monitor, and Microsoft Office and printer are recommended.

Please note that the software is NOT Mac-compatible and is no longer Windows XP or Windows 8 compatible. Windows 10 S Mode is not supported.

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Homeschooling the Teen Years, by Cafi Cohen. Discover the Rewards of Homeschooling Your Teen ·Create unlimited learning on a limited budget ·Discover teaching methods for teens with different learning styles ·Utilize the best resources and technology ·Prepare your teen for college, career, and adult life The teen years can be the most exciting time in your child's life. He or she is becoming an independent young adult and beginning to make decisions for the future. Yet growing concern about the negative social pressures, safety, and efficiency of our traditional high schools has prompted many parents to teach their teenagers at home. With Homeschooling: The Teen Years as your guide, you'll discover it's not as daunting a task as you've been led to believe. Using real-life stories from dozens of families, this book reveals the secrets of making homeschooling work for you and your teen. You'll discover how to: ·Work with your teen to create a unique, individual learning experience ·Make coursework interesting, challenging, and fun ·Allow your teen to discover the best vocational path, including selecting a college ·Know when your teen has "completed" high school ·And much more! Paperback. Learn More

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This book will teach students about Canada and her Provinces through the use of reproducible maps, facts, and history. Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th. Individual Outline Map & Questions to Answer for Each Country. Classroom Reproducible with Bonus Activities. Answer Key & Teacher Instructions. Learn More

This book will teach students about South America and the countries through the use of reproducible maps, facts, and history. Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th. Individual Outline Map & Questions to Answer for Each Country. Classroom Reproducible with Bonus Activities. Answer Key & Teacher Instructions. Learn More

This book will teach students about the Middle East and the countries through the use of reproducible maps, facts, and history. Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th. Individual Outline Map & Questions to Answer for Each Country. Classroom Reproducible with Bonus Activities. Answer Key & Teacher Instructions. Learn More

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This book will teach students about the Far East and the countries through the use of reproducible maps, facts, and history. Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th. Individual Outline Map & Questions to Answer for Each Country. Classroom Reproducible with Bonus Activities. Answer Key & Teacher Instructions. Learn More

Ever wonder how biblical history and ancient Egyptian history fit together? Why was God so angry with Pharaoh, anyway? These were questions we asked when we began our study of Ancient Egypt. We wanted to start our study of Western history by beginning at the beginning. After reading through the Old Testament (which is history, after all) we study ancient Egypt. The Greenleaf Guide to Ancient Egypt presents ten lesson plans, using the six books listed below. Included are vocabulary lists and discussion questions drawn from the reading. Also included are directions for playing a checkers-like game found in Tut’s tomb, directions for building a model shaduf (irrigate like the Egyptians!), as well as suggestions for how to adapt your study to fit grades 2-7. Home school tested. Excellent for Konos or Unit studies. Average duration is about 15 weeks. Learn More

Continent Maps & Studies contains outline, water-way and political boundary maps with an individual fact sheet for each continet. (Antarctica only provides an outline map and fact sheet.) There are questions, research activities and a glossary that can be used with each continent. Continent Maps & Studies is 64 pages, recommended for 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th grade levels, and includes teacher instructions and answer keys. Learn More

​The Orange Book is a blend of dictation of literature passages, book studies, and special writing units. The story writing unit also includes instructions on making and binding their new book. The updated third edition is even easier to use with added editing and synonym practice to strengthen your student’s writing. Lessons integrate all the fourth grade language arts skills: grammar, creative writing, composition, spelling, higher-order reasoning, and study skills.

• 36 weekly lessons divided into easy-to-use daily plans.
• Teacher friendly, with little or no preparation needed!
• Everyday Words lessons contain dictation, grammar exercises, spelling tips, creative writing, and more.
• Five units that provide the opportunity for your student to apply skills through various styles.
• The five units include:

1. Research
2. Journal Writing
3. Poetry
4. Newspaper
5. Story Writing and Book Making

• Four Book Studies (listed in the order which they appear):

1. The Boxcar Children (Book #1) by Gertrude Chandler Warner
2. Wilbur and Orville Wright by Augusta Stevenson
3. Ben and Me: An Astonishing Life of Benjamin Franklin By His Good Mouse Amos by Robert Lawson
4. The Sign of the Beaver by Elizabeth George Speare

• Each book study contains a summary, vocabulary skills, reading comprehension, and exciting activities.
• Reviews Activities follow most lessons providing additional skill practice.
• Assessments help teachers to evaluate student's progress.

The Orange Student Activity Book is the perfect companion for the Orange Teacher Book (sold separately, Item #0418)! Everything in one book: student instruction, a place for writing, and a tool for easy record keeping. Allows for more independent work, a BONUS for teachers. The Orange SAB provides Enrichment Activities such as word puzzles, analogies, logic/reasoning activities and more found ONLY in the SAB. (Answers are found in The Teacher Book.) Please note: The Student Activity Book cannot be used independently.

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The Purple Book is a blend of dictation and unit studies including poetry, oral presentations, and speech making. The updated third edition is even easier to use with added vocabulary and spelling exercises. Lessons integrate all the fifth grade language arts skills: grammar, creative writing, composition, spelling, higher-order reasoning, and study skills.

• 36 weekly lessons divided into easy-to-use daily plans. T
• eacher friendly, with little or no preparation needed!
• Everyday Words: Students hone in on grammar skills through dictation and writing exercises.
• Speech Making and Oral Presentation Units: Students learn how to make oral presentations such as speeches and stories. Poetry Unit: Additional creative writing and expression are taught extensively using poetry.
• Four Book Studies

1. Farmer Boy by Laura Ingalls Wilder
2. Trumpet of the Swan by E.B.White
3. Number the Stars by Lois Lowry
4. Caddie Woodlawn by Carol Ryrie Brink

• Each book study contains a summary, vocabulary skills, reading comprehension, and exciting activities.
• The Skills Index provides an easy skill reference.
• Review Activities follow most lessons providing additional skill practice.
• Assessments help teachers to evaluate student's progress.

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