Download or read book Changing Our Community Read Along or Enhanced eBook written by Ben Nussbaum and published by Teacher Created Materials. This book was released on 2024-02-13 with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how streets are fixed, sidewalks get added, and new schools are built with this nonfiction book. Perfect for young readers, the book includes a fiction story related to the topic, a glossary, an additional project, useful text features, and engaging sidebars. This 28-page full-color book describes the many ways individuals can make changes in their communities. It also covers essential civics topics such as leadership and voting, and includes an extension activity for grade 2. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool, to explore voting, local government, and being an informed citizen.
Download or read book Be the Change in your Community written by Megan Kopp and published by Triangle Interactive, Inc. . This book was released on 2018-01-18 with total page 29 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Read Along or Enhanced eBook: This empowering title will help readers discover that they have the ability to create positive changes in their communities. Inviting text and relatable examples prompt children to learn what it means to be a citizen of a community and find meaningful ways to act for the common good. Ideas include creating artwork to brighten up a local retirement facility and donating old books to a library or reading program.
Download or read book Social Work Policy Practice written by Jessica A. Ritter and published by Cognella Academic Publishing. This book was released on 2019-01-15 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition of Social Work Policy Practice: Changing Our Community, Nation, and the World demystifies policymaking for social work students and demonstrates why policy practice is a critical dimension of social work. The text provides a comprehensive introduction to political advocacy, the political process, and how laws are enacted to inspire social work students to enter the field with a mind for political advocacy and social justice. The book is divided into three parts. In Part I, students learn a brief history of social welfare legislation in the United States and the role of social workers in policy development. Part II provides concrete information on how policies become law. It includes an overview of the levels and branches of government, in-depth descriptions of the policy change process, and various strategies advocates employ to enact change. Part III consists of real-world stories of advocates and advocacy organizations that have attempted to change policies on behalf of vulnerable populations. This edition includes up-to-date information regarding policy issues in child welfare, aging, healthcare, mental health, poverty and income equality, rights for racial minorities, and immigration. New material addresses policy issues pertaining to gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, and the #MeToo and #BlackLivesMatter social movements. Engaging and accessible, Social Work Policy Practice is an ideal resource for courses that introduce policymaking to students of social work.
Download or read book Changing Our Community written by Ben Nussbaum and published by Triangle Interactive, Inc. . This book was released on 2022-01-21 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how streets are fixed, sidewalks get added, and new schools are built with this nonfiction book. Perfect for young readers, the book includes a fiction story related to the topic, a glossary, an additional project, useful text features, and engaging sidebars. This 28-page full-color book describes the many ways individuals can make changes in their communities. It also covers essential civics topics such as leadership and voting, and includes an extension activity for grade 2. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool, to explore voting, local government, and being an informed citizen.
Download or read book The Ramped Up Read Aloud written by Maria Walther and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2018-06-22 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this remarkable resource, Maria Walther shares two-page read-aloud experiences for 101 picture books that tune you into what to notice, say, and wonder in order to bolster students’ literacy exponentially. A first-grade teacher for decades, Maria is a master of “strategic savoring.” Her lesson design efficiently sparks instructional conversations around each book’s cover illustration, enriching vocabulary words, literary language, and the ideas and themes vital to young learners. Teachers, schools, and districts looking to energize your core reading and writing program, search no further: The Ramped-Up Read Aloud delivers a formula for literacy development and a springboard to joy in equal parts.
Download or read book Colorado s History Read Along or Enhanced eBook written by Dona Herweck Rice and published by Teacher Created Materials. This book was released on 2024-02-13 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get an inside look at Colorado’s rich history, from the time of early American Indians to the Colorado Gold Rush to today. This engaging social studies book is four chapters, covering major events, people, and time periods in Colorado history. It includes a glossary, extension activity, guided reading questions, and other exciting features.Colorado’s History covers the early history of American Indians in Colorado through the exploration of the territory, its path to statehood, westward expansion, developments in technology, and other important events throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. This reader combines vibrant pictures and illustrations with rich text to craft a detailed account of Colorado, from 14,000 years ago to modern times.
Download or read book Reading Magic written by Mem Fox and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2001 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Literacy, helping your child to read.
Download or read book Economics in Colorado Read Along or Enhanced eBook written by Joe Rhatigan and published by Teacher Created Materials. This book was released on 2024-02-13 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From fur traders to miners to wind power inventors, learn how Colorado’s economy has changed through history. This engaging social studies book includes four chapters focusing on Colorado, covering economic incentives, the economy, financial literacy, and Fannie Mae Duncan. It includes a glossary, extension activity, guided reading questions, and other exciting features.Economics in Colorado explains basic economic principles such as incentives and disincentives, supply and demand, opportunity costs, investments, profits, and more. This book not only provides meaningful connections to students’ lives, but it also crafts a fascinating account of Colorado’s diverse economy.
Download or read book Industrializing the United States Read Along or Enhanced eBook written by Heather Price-Wright and published by Teacher Created Materials. This book was released on 2024-02-13 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive deep into your exploration of history with this social studies book that piques students’ curiosity about history through dynamic primary sources. This book focuses on the 2nd Industrial Revolution in the U.S. Primary sources give students unique insights and personal connections to history. Examples of primary sources include images of children factory workers, firefighters at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, New York City circa 1900, an Underwood Typewriter ad, political cartoons, and many more. This 32-page book includes text features that help students increase reading comprehension and their understanding of the subject. Packed with interesting facts, sidebars, and essential vocabulary, this book is perfect for reports or projects.
Download or read book The Bad Seed written by Jory John and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2018-05-08 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A New York Times bestseller! This is a book about a bad seed. A baaaaaaaaaad seed. How bad? Do you really want to know? He has a bad temper, bad manners, and a bad attitude. He’s been bad since he can remember! This seed cuts in line every time, stares at everybody and never listens. But what happens when one mischievous little seed changes his mind about himself, and decides that he wants to be—happy? With Jory John’s charming and endearing text and bold expressive illustrations by Pete Oswald, here is The Bad Seed: a funny yet touching tale that reminds us of the remarkably transformative power of will, acceptance, and just being you. Perfect for readers young and old, The Bad Seed proves that positive change is possible for each and every one of us. Check out Jory John and Pete Oswald’s funny, bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh: The Bad Seed The Good Egg The Cool Bean The Couch Potato The Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape! The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, the Spooky! The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It Gets That’s What Dinosaurs Do
Download or read book I Am Martin Luther King Jr written by Brad Meltzer and published by Rocky Pond Books. This book was released on 2016-01-05 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We can all be heroes. That's the inspiring message of this New York Times Bestselling picture book biography series from historian and author Brad Meltzer. Even as a child, Martin Luther King, Jr. was shocked by the terrible and unfair way African-American people were treated. When he grew up, he decided to do something about it--peacefully, with powerful words. He helped gather people together for nonviolent protests and marches, and he always spoke up about loving other human beings and doing what's right. He spoke about the dream of a kinder future, and bravely led the way toward racial equality in America. This lively, New York Times Bestselling biography series inspires kids to dream big, one great role model at a time. You'll want to collect each book.
Download or read book Be the Change in the World written by Lisa Dalrymple and published by Triangle Interactive, Inc. . This book was released on 2018-01-18 with total page 29 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Read Along or Enhanced eBook: In this innovative title, young readers learn what it means to be a citizen of the global community. From water wells in Africa to global disaster relief, children will learn about different needs around the world and discover their own abilities to make the world a better place.
Download or read book Will You Sign My Petition Read Along or Enhanced eBook written by Stephanie Kraus and published by Teacher Created Materials. This book was released on 2024-02-13 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how the power of a petition can give Americans the ability to create real change! This nonfiction book includes a related short fiction piece, glossary, an exciting bonus activity, and other useful tools. The fun images and meaningful text will teach students how to be responsible citizens who can improve their communities by writing petitions. This 32-page full-color book describes the purpose of petitions and how they can be used to make a difference. It also explores important topics such as laws and democracy and includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to explore working together, First Amendment rights, and ways to create change.
Download or read book Your Vote Your Voice Read Along or Enhanced eBook written by Elise Wallace and published by Teacher Created Materials. This book was released on 2024-02-13 with total page 31 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn about elections and why voting is important with this nonfiction book. Perfect for young readers, the book also includes a related fiction story, project, glossary, useful text features, and engaging sidebars. This 28-page full-color book examines a variety of voting issues and how the election process works. It also covers important topics like democracy and civic duty, and includes an extension activity for grade 2. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool, to explore election issues, candidates, and being an informed citizen.
Download or read book Be the Change in your School written by Shannon Welbourn and published by Triangle Interactive, Inc. . This book was released on 2018-01-18 with total page 29 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Read Along or Enhanced eBook: Children spend a lot of time at schoolwhy not encourage them to find ways to make it the best it can be! This motivating title inspires readers to brainstorm different ways they can use their interests, talents, and skills to enrich their school environments. From starting a welcome club for new students to organizing litter less lunch days, there are countless ways kids can promote positive changes at their schools.
Download or read book Be the Change for the Environment written by Megan Kopp and published by Triangle Interactive, Inc. . This book was released on 2018-01-18 with total page 29 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Read Along or Enhanced eBook: Caring for Earth is everyones job! Readers will discover some of the different ways they can have a positive impact on the environment. From planting trees and eating locally grown foods, to pre-cycling and protecting animal habitats, children will learn to take personal responsibility for environmental stewardship. Readers will discover how they can be effective problem-solvers when it comes to protecting the planet.
Download or read book Rainforests Read Along or Enhanced eBook written by Yvonne Franklin and published by Teacher Created Materials. This book was released on 2024-02-13 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Readers learn all about tropical and temperate rainforests and the differences between these two unique biomes. Rainforests are filled with wonder and mystery, from the tall trees in the canopy to the dark and damp leaves on the forest floor. The plants a
