Social Science
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Nancy Pelosi: Political Powerhouse
From the Series Gateway Biographies
Nancy Pelosi is the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House—and she's done it twice. Learn how the most powerful woman in US politics is redefining leadership for future generations. Read More →
Native Peoples of California
From the Series North American Indian Nations
California is a land of varied landscapes, climates, and cultures. Before Europeans arrived in North America, more than twenty independent American Indian groups lived in this region. Their… Read More →
Native Peoples of the Great Basin
From the Series North American Indian Nations
Long before Europeans came to the harsh landscape of the Great Basin, many nations of American Indians lived in the region. They had their own languages and cultures, and they knew how to… Read More →
Native Peoples of the Northeast
From the Series North American Indian Nations
Long before the United States existed as a nation, the Northeast region was home to more than thirty independent American Indian groups. Each group had its own language, political system, and Read More →
Native Peoples of the Northwest
From the Series North American Indian Nations
A thin strip of land and islands makes up the Pacific Northwest coast of the United States and Canada. This region has long been home to many groups of native peoples who spoke different… Read More →
Native Peoples of the Plains
From the Series North American Indian Nations
A long time ago, before the Plains region of the United States was divided up into states such as Nebraska, Colorado, and Wyoming, this land was home to American Indians. Twenty-eight unique… Read More →
Native Peoples of the Plateau
From the Series North American Indian Nations
When explorers and traders moved west across the United States in the 1800s, they found many nations of American Indians already living in the Plateau region near the Columbia River. These… Read More →
Native Peoples of the Southeast
From the Series North American Indian Nations
Who were the first people to call the southeastern United States home? Long before Europeans came to the region, American Indian nations lived off the rich and varied land. These peoples had… Read More →
Native Peoples of the Southwest
From the Series North American Indian Nations
When Spanish explorers came to the Southwest region of the United States in the 1600s, they found over 20,000 American Indians already living in the region. These American Indians were part… Read More →
Native Peoples of the Subarctic
From the Series North American Indian Nations
As early as the 1500s, fur traders from Europe began to arrive in the Subarctic region of North America. These traders were greeted by the many groups of native peoples already living in the… Read More →
Native Rights (Alternator Books ®) — Hardcover Set
From the Series Native Rights (Alternator Books ®)
Discover how Native peoples are dismantling stereotypes, exercising their voices in government, honoring their relationships with nature, practicing their cultural traditions and values, and… Read More →
Native Voting Rights and Sovereignty: Recognizing Indigenous Voices in Government
From the Series Native Rights (Alternator Books ®)
There are 574 federally recognized nations with tribal sovereignty in the United States. Tribal sovereignty means that these nations must be honored as distinct political entities and treated Read More →
Navy SEALs: Elite Operations
From the Series Military Special Ops
Trained to fight at sea, in the air, and on land, U.S. Navy SEALs tackle whatever missions come their way. They must master skills such as combatting enemies under water, fast-roping from a… Read More →
Near-Death Experiences
From the Series Death Uncovered
A man wakes up—only to discover he is not in his bed. It is dark, and he is having trouble moving. He's in a bag of some kind. He kicks his legs but cannot get free. Eventually, someone… Read More →
New Year's Day: A First Look
From the Series Read about Holidays (Read for a Better World ™)
There are many different ways to celebrate a new year. Give early readers a fun and accessible glimpse into New Year’s Day in this carefully-leveled book. Read More →
New Year's Eve
From the Series Celebrations and Events
Fireworks, parties, new beginnings—explore the different aspects and traditions that make up New Year's Eve. Through simple text and vibrant photos, this book introduces the holiday in an… Read More →
Nonfiction — Grades 4-8 — Audisee®—Fluent Set
Engage reluctant readers in high-interest nonfiction. Sentence highlighting with professional narration bring these award-winning eBooks to life. Read More →
Nurse Tools
From the Series Bumba Books ® — Community Helpers Tools of the Trade
Hey there! Are you curious about what tools nurses use to help keep us healthy? In this book, we'll take a closer look at some of the tools that nurses use and what they're used for. The… Read More →
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Odysseus: Escaping Poseidon's Curse [A Greek Legend]
From the Series Graphic Myths and Legends
After finally winning the decade-long war against the Trojans, Odysseus, captain of the Greek Army, only has to guide his men back home, across the sea. Yet the journey will prove just as… Read More →
Once Upon a Fairy Tale Craft
From the Series Happily Ever Crafter
Transform your home into a fairy tale kingdom with these terrific craft ideas. Readers can make a mermaid tail, frog prince treats, jeweled goblets, and more fairy tale–inspired creations… Read More →
Organized Crime
From the Series Origins: Whodunnit
The crime organizations most often portrayed in movies and on television are interesting, but they've got nothing on the real world of organized crime. Who really controls certain parts of… Read More →
Our Holi
From the Series Celebrations and Events
A big bonfire, throwing paint, singing and eating—explore the different aspects and traditions that make up Holi. Through simple text and vibrant photos, this book introduces the holiday in… Read More →
Our Leaders
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Government
This title offers emergent readers an introduction to the basics of leadership in school, in the state and in the country. Read More →
Our Leaders: A First Look
From the Series Read about Citizenship (Read for a Better World ™)
Leaders can be all sorts of people, like your teacher or your coach. They help us to be good citizens. Full-color photographs and easy-to-read text help readers understand why leaders are important. Read More →