In the United States, citizens rely on their government to make laws, protect and serve all citizens, and help maintain a peaceful and productive society. Different countries around the world have different ways of achieving this goal. What are the underlying principles of these different governments? How does each use its power to serve the people? What types of government appeal most to you? Read this interesting and informative book to find out.
Provide access to middle/high school social studies books in English —at two different reading levels. High-interest content is written at on-grade and below-grade levels, offering matching content and appealing visuals, along with embedded support and motivational features. Standards-based, accessible topics develop content-area literacy skills and connect with diverse students. Robust instructional support includes a Teacher’s Guide for each title and comprehension cards that help students develop evidence-based answers.
In 1865, the Civil War was finally over, but the battle to bring freedom and independence to all American citizens had only just begun. Read this book to learn about the many triumphs and failures of rebuilding the United States during Reconstruction and how this period shaped the America we know today.
From 1803 to 1861, the size of the United States nearly tripled. How would each branch of the United States government respond to the enormous changes and challenges of this period? How would the Constitution hold up under pressure? And what conflicts between state and federal government would threaten to tear it all apart? Read this book to find out.
In the United States, citizens have the right to say what they want to say, write what they want to write, and worship as they choose. What other rights come with American citizenship? Read this book to find out.
Provide access to middle/high school social studies books in English —at two different reading levels. High-interest content is written at on-grade and below-grade levels, offering matching content and appealing visuals, along with embedded support and motivational features. Standards-based, accessible topics develop content-area literacy skills and connect with diverse students. Robust instructional support includes a Teacher’s Guide for each title and comprehension cards that help students develop evidence-based answers.