Social Science
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Wacky Sports
From the Series No Way!
Sure, you know baseball, soccer, and basketball. But have you heard about kiiking, the Estonian swinging competition? Or chess boxing, the perfect combination of brains and brawn? What about… Read More →
Warriors! — Paperback Set
From the Series Warriors!
Warriors! features the most triumphant, fearless, and powerful fighters from around the globe and throughout history, focusing on their lethal weaponry and ruthless tactics. Meet Saladin and… Read More →
Warships in Action
From the Series Military Machines (UpDog Books ™)
Set sail with the US Navy's powerful fleet of warships. From protecting the open seas to guarding the nation's coastlines, these ships take on the most important jobs in the US military. Some Read More →
"Washing Adam's Jeans" and Other Painless Tricks for Memorizing Social Studies Facts
From the Series Adventures in Memory ™
Need a sure-fire way to memorize everything you need to know for your next social studies test? Brian P. Cleary can help! He's made up acronyms, poems, riddles, songs, raps, and more to help… Read More →
Welcome to Afghanistan with Sesame Street ®
From the Series Sesame Street ® Friends around the World
Come along with your friends from Sesame Street and explore Afghanistan! Shop at outdoor markets, snack on pomegranates, play volleyball, and more. About the Sesame Street ® Friends around… Read More →
Welcome to Brazil with Sesame Street ®
From the Series Sesame Street ® Friends around the World
Come along with your friends from Sesame Street to explore Brazil, the largest country in South America. You'll celebrate Carnival, eat delicious feijoada, and much more! About the Sesame… Read More →
Welcome to China with Sesame Street ®
From the Series Sesame Street ® Friends around the World
See the view from the Great Wall of China, play Chinese chess, and celebrate Lunar New Year with your friends from Sesame Street. On this fun-filled tour, you'll learn about China's… Read More →
Welcome to Germany with Sesame Street ®
From the Series Sesame Street ® Friends around the World
Welcome to Germany! Taste yummy German breads, shop at a Christmas market, and hike up tall mountains with your friends from Sesame Street. On this whirlwind tour, readers will learn about… Read More →
Welcome to Israel with Sesame Street ®
From the Series Sesame Street ® Friends around the World
Join your Sesame Street pals on a trip to Israel, a nation where people have lived for thousands of years. Try crispy fried falafel, visit the Dead Sea, and learn more about Israel's people… Read More →
Welcome to Mexico with Sesame Street ®
From the Series Sesame Street ® Friends around the World
Explore Mexico with your friends from Sesame Street! This country has tropical wildlife and bustling cities. Learn about Mexico's many languages, special celebrations, favorite foods, and… Read More →
We Shall Not Be Denied: A Timeline of Voting Rights and Suppression in America
If you're under 18, you might be thinking, "Why do voting rights matter to me? I'm too young to vote." Voting is how our country chooses government leaders to make important decisions that… Read More →
What Are Conspiracy Theories?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Fake News
Learn all about conspiracy theories that have emerged from the past to today. This accessible overview introduces young readers to thinking critically about the information they may glean… Read More →
What Are Elections?
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Exploring Government
What are elections? Why do we have them? Who can vote? Who gets elected and why? Accessible text and explanatory photos help students understand the key concepts of elections and learn why… Read More →
What Are Hoaxes and Lies?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Fake News
Read about hoaxes and lies that have been spread in both the past and present, and learn how they have deceived people. Readers will discover tips on how to identify a hoax and learn to think Read More →
What Are Legends, Folktales, and Other Classic Stories?
From the Series Name That Text Type!
What are legends, folktales, and other classic stories? How are they different from other kinds of writing? Find out the key elements of classic stories, such as theme, setting, and plot.… Read More →
What Are Rules and Laws?
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Exploring Government
What are rules? What are laws? Who creates them? Why do we have to follow them? What happens if we break them? Accessible text and explanatory photos help students understand the key concepts Read More →
What Are Satire and Parody?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Fake News
Satire and parody existed long before modern times. Readers will get an invaluable overview of how to identify satire and parody and how to think critically about current events. Read More →
What Are the Articles of Confederation?: And Other Questions about the Birth of the United States
From the Series Six Questions of American History
In June 1776, colonial delegates to the Continental Congress began writing a document to set up a new country—with a government independent from Britain. The Articles of Confederation created Read More →
What Are the Branches of Government?
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Exploring Government
What are the three branches of government? What does each branch do? Why do we need all three? Accessible text and explanatory photos help students understand key concepts about the roles of… Read More →
What Is a Democracy?
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Exploring Government
What is a democracy? What do fairness and equality mean? How are leaders of a democracy chosen? Accessible text and explanatory photos help students understand the key concepts of how a… Read More →
What Is Citizenship?
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Exploring Government
What is a citizen? How does someone become a citizen? What does it mean to be a responsible citizen? Accessible text and explanatory photos help students understand the key concepts of how to Read More →
What Is Government?
From the Series First Step Nonfiction — Government
This title offers emergent readers an introduction to the levels and duties of government in the United States. Read More →
What Is Propaganda?
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Fake News
Introduce readers to the concept of propaganda by analyzing examples from the past and present. This approachable overview includes tips on how to spot propaganda and how to respond to fake news. Read More →
What's Your Story, Abraham Lincoln?
From the Series Cub Reporter Meets Famous Americans
Why did Abraham Lincoln want to become president? How did he change America? Cub Reporter interviews him to find out! Learn about Abraham's simple beginnings and his strong leadership during… Read More →