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The Contemporary Reader
by Jamestown Education StaffThe Contemporary Reader contains captivating nonfiction to engage low-level readers while building important reading comprehension skills and vocabulary.
Contemporary World Studies: People, Places, and Societies, Guided Reading Workbook
by Houghton Mifflin HarcourtNIMAC-sourced textbook
Contemporary's American History 1: Before 1865 [Grade 6-12]
by Matthew T. DowneyAmerican History 1: before 1865covers America's story from its beginning through the end of the Civil War. 20 chapters in provide information about American history from economic, geographic, political, religious, technological, social, and cultural perspectives. Student Edition: Engaging four-color design Unit openers with timelines and discussion questions Pre-reading strategies and introduction activities Reading and vocabulary support Small-group activities Writing activities Primary source documents Chapter summaries with review questions End of chapter skill builder
Contemporary's American History 1: Before 1865 [Grade 6-12]
by Matthew T. DowneyAmerican History 1: before 1865covers America's story from its beginning through the end of the Civil War. 20 chapters in provide information about American history from economic, geographic, political, religious, technological, social, and cultural perspectives. Student Edition: Engaging four-color design Unit openers with timelines and discussion questions Pre-reading strategies and introduction activities Reading and vocabulary support Small-group activities Writing activities Primary source documents Chapter summaries with review questions End of chapter skill builder
Contemporary’s American History 2: After 1865 [Grade 6-12]
by Matthew T. DowneyAmerican History 1covers America's story from its beginning through the end of the Civil War. American History 2begins with Reconstruction and the assassination of President Lincoln, and continues through the modern era. The 20 chapters in each book provide information about American history from economic, geographic, political, religious, technological, social, and cultural perspectives. Highlights: Incorporates the NCSS high school thematic strands Audio and Interactive activities – On the student CD, full audio and interactive activities help the student better comprehend the material, improving their ability to read in the content areas. Reading support – There is extensive attention paid to helping students improve their reading ability. The readability is controlled throughout the program. ELL support – Specific activities target the needs of the second language student Usability – The program is designed to be simple for teachers and students to use. The PDF form of all Teacher CD content makes it easy to print materials as needed. Engaging content - Our series is replete with illustrations, maps, photos and timelines. Value – The program offers a complete, four color social studies curriculum at a very competitive price. Flexibility – the program can be used by a variety of student types, including Adult Ed students.
Contemporary's Economics [Grade 6-12]
by Matthew T. DowneyEconomicscovers basic economic theory and practice and is aligned to the National Council on Economic Education voluntary national standards. Topics include scarcity and choice, the elements of a market economy, market institutions, the national economy, and the global economy. Tangible examples and clear and concise graphics introduce students to the basic principles of economics. Case studies provide teachers with the materials needed to explore current economic issues and create a learning environment that is both enriching and learner centered. Key Features: Business Weekarticles Pre-Reading, During-Reading, and Post-Reading activities Correlates to NCEE lesson plansStudent Text Engaging four-color design Unit openers with timelines and discussion questions Pre-reading strategies and introduction activities Reading and vocabulary support Small-group activities Writing activities Primary source documents Chapter summaries with review questions End of chapter skill builderStudent CD-ROM PDF of entire student book Audio narration of student text Spanish narration of key chapter and lesson concepts Spanish audio activity for each chapter Four interactive games per chapter Student presentation builder
Contemporary's World History: Blackline Masters [Grade 6-12]
by McGraw-HillWorld History, written at the 5 to 8 reading level, is an integrated series of print and electronic resources designed to provide a complete classroom solution for students who need extra support. Every chapter and lesson in the student book contains features and activities to keep students engaged in the learning process. The student CD-ROM, the Annotated Teacher's Edition, and the Teacher's Resource Binder all provide additional materials for English Language Learners. World Historyincorporates the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) high school thematic strands. The book covers events beginning with pre-history and continues through the modern era. ANCILLARY MATERIALS Student Edition CD-ROM PDFs of all student book pages Audio narration of each page in the student book Spanish audio introduction of each key chapter concept Spanish audio ELL activity for each chapter Four instructional, activities per chapter Student Presentation Builder Interactive historical timeline Interactive Glossary Annotated Teacher's Edition Reduced student pages with wrap-around teacher notes Teaching objectives for each lesson Lists of classroom materials Extension activities Vocabulary lessons Literary connections Classroom discussions Teacher's Resource Binder Includes Annotated Teacher's Edition 160 blackline masters, eight per chapter, consisting of a reading comprehension activity a vocabulary reinforcement activity an additional biography an additional primary source document a map activity a chapter activity a chapter review a chapter quiz 20 full-color overhead transparencies CD-ROM consisting of the following PDFs entire Annotated Teacher's Edition one test per unit one full book assessment one ELL reading activity per chapter one ELL vocabulary activity per chapter one puzzle per chapter
Contemporary's World History [Grade 6-12]
by Matthew T. DowneyWorld Historybegins with prehistory and continues into the 21st century. Incorporating both early world history and modern world history, this text offers a broad-reaching examination of the events that led to the world of today. Case studies provide teachers an opportunity to expand chapter topics and incorporate issues that face citizens around the world. Highlights: Incorporates the NCSS high school thematic strands Audio and Interactive activities - On the student CD, full audio and interactive activities help the student better comprehend the material, improving their ability to read in the content areas. Reading support - There is extensive attention paid to helping students improve their reading ability. The readability is controlled throughout the program. ELL support - Specific activities target the needs of the second language student Usability - The program is designed to be simple for teachers and students to use. The PDF form of all Teacher CD content makes it easy to print materials as needed. Engaging content - Our series is replete with illustrations, maps, photos and timelines. Value - The program offers a complete, four color social studies curriculum at a very competitive price. Flexibility - the program can be used by a variety of student types, including Adult Ed students. Format Descriptions: Teacher's Resource Binder Includes annotated teacher's edition Blackline masters with answer key Reading comprehension activities Vocabulary reinforcement activities Additional biographies Additional primary source documents Chapter activities, reviews, quizzes Full-color overhead transparencies Teacher CD-ROM Additional blackline masters Full book assessment Unit tests and chapter quizzes ELL reading comprehension activities ELL vocabulary reinforcement activities Chapter puzzles Complete annotated teacher's edition in PDF format Student Text Engaging four-color design Unit openers with timelines and discussion questions Pre-reading strategies and introduction activities Reading and vocabulary support Small-group activities Writing activities Primary source documents Chapter summaries with review questions End of chapter skill builder Annotated Teacher's Edition Reduced student pages with detailed classroom and teacher support Lesson objectives Key materials identified Extension activities Vocabulary lessons Literary connections Classroom discussions Answers to student questions Student CD-ROM PDF of entire student book Audio narration of student text Spanish narration of key chapter and lesson concepts Spanish audio activity for each chapter Four interactive games per chapter Student presentation builder
Content Essentials For Science, Student Handbook, Level C
by Margarita CalderonYour book has two parts, you can use the first part to learn about science topics. If you need help reading or writing about science, use the second part.
The Contest (Everest #1)
by Gordon KormanFour kids. One mountain. They come from all across America to be the youngest kid ever to climb Everest. But only one will reach the top first. The competition is fierce. The preparation is intense. The challenge is breathtaking. When the final four reach the higher peaks, disaster strikes -- and all that separates the living from the dead is chance, bravery, and action.
The Contract (Jeter Publishing)
by Paul Mantell Derek JeterThe debut book in the Jeter Publishing imprint, The Contract is a middle grade baseball novel inspired by the youth of legendary sports icon and role model Derek Jeter.As a young boy, Derek Jeter dreams of being the shortstop for the New York Yankees. He even imagines himself in the World Series. So when Derek is chosen for the Little League Tigers, he hopes to play shortstop. But on the day of the assignments, Derek Starts at second base. Still, he tries his best while he wishes and dreams of that shortstop spot. And to help him stay focused on school, his parents make him a contract: keep up the grades or no baseball. Derek makes sure he always plays his best game--on and off the baseball field! Derek Jeter has played Major League Baseball for the New York Yankees for twenty seasons and is a five-time World Series Champion. He is a true legend in professional sports and a role model for young people both on the field and through his Turn 2 Foundation. Inspired by Derek Jeter's childhood, The Contract is the first book in Derek Jeter's middle grade baseball series, an important part of the Jeter Publishing program, which will encompass adult nonfiction titles, children's picture books, middle grade fiction, Ready-to-Read children's books, and children's nonfiction. For more about Jeter Publishing visit JeterPublishing.com.
Controlled (The Alternative)
by Patrick JonesRachel's junior year is going to be perfect—she's taking AP classes, is first-chair viola, and is busy planning her college visits. Then Misty, Rachel's wild and unpredictable cousin, lands on her parents' doorstep and turns Rachel's orderly world upside-down. Rachel's family hopes enrolling Misty in Rondo Alternative High School will help with her behavior issues, but her rough past and reckless choices make her a force to be reckoned with. As Rachel gets pulled deeper into Misty's dark secrets, she’ll have to figure out if can she transform the uncontrollable Misty—or will it be Misty who transforms her?
Controlled Burn
by Erin Soderberg DowningFrom acclaimed middle-grade and chapter-book author, Erin Soderberg Downing, Controlled Burn is a story that blends family, friendship, fire, and the rocky path toward healing our deepest fears.Twelve-year-old Maia’s parents say she’s lucky she noticed something as early as she did. Lucky to have smelled the smoke, lucky to have pulled her sister, Amelia, out of their burning house. But is it really “lucky” when Amelia’s stuck in the hospital, covered in burns? And is it “lucky” when Maia knows it was her candle, left unattended, that started the fire in the first place?When she’s sent to spend the summer with her grandparents in Northern Minnesota while her sister heals, Maia discovers that her anxieties and demons are intent on following her wherever she goes…unless she can figure out how to overcome them. But what if she can’t? Maia barely knows her grandparents, she desperately misses her sister and home, and she’s not thrilled to be spending the summer with Grandpa Howard on his daily motorcycle rides out to the middle of the woods, where he spends all day keeping watch for forest fires. There are no kids her age in Gram and Pop’s small town at “the end of the road”—just the chatty nine-year-old neighbor who is intent on getting his Bear Scout badge at all costs, and a friendly, stray dog who’s been lurking around.But Maia will soon learn that nature is a powerful teacher, and sometimes our greatest strengths show themselves when we have to be there for someone else. As she begins to figure out how to face her guilt and paralyzing fears, she’ll discover there’s a fine line between fear and adventure. And when danger strikes again, Maia must summon all her bravery and overcome her self-doubt if she wants to save those she loves most.
Convergence (The Zodiac Legacy #1)
by Stan Lee Stuart Moore Andie TongStan Lee presents a brand new, magical, super-powered adventure! When twelve magical superpowers are unleashed on the world, a Chinese-America teenager named Steven will be thrown into the middle of an epic global chase. He'll have to master strange powers, outrun super-powered mercenaries, and unlock the mysterious powers of the Zodiac.
Coo
by Kaela NoelIn this exceptional debut, one young girl’s determination to save the flock she calls family creates a lasting impact on her community and in her heart. Gorgeous and literary, this is an unforgettable animal story about friendship, family, home, and belonging. For readers who love books by Kate DiCamillo and Katherine Applegate. Ten years ago, an impossible thing happened: a flock of pigeons picked up a human baby who had been abandoned in an empty lot and carried her, bundled in blankets, to their roof. Coo has lived her entire life on the rooftop with the pigeons who saved her. It’s the only home she’s ever known. But then a hungry hawk nearly kills Burr, the pigeon she loves most, and leaves him gravely hurt.Coo must make a perilous trip to the ground for the first time to find Tully, a retired postal worker who occasionally feeds Coo’s flock, and who can heal injured birds. Tully mends Burr’s broken wing and coaxes Coo from her isolated life. Living with Tully, Coo experiences warmth, safety, and human relationships for the first time. But just as Coo is beginning to blossom, she learns the human world is infinitely more complex—and cruel—than she could have imagined. This remarkable debut novel will captivate readers from the very first line. Coo examines the bonds that make us family, the possibilities of love, and the importance of being true to yourself. Fans of Katherine Applegate, Kate DiCamillo, and Barbara O’Connor will devour this extraordinary story. Features black-and-white spot art throughout.
Cook It Up: Bold Moves for Family Foods: A Cookbook
by Alex Guarnaschelli Ava Clark75 family favorites get leveled up to be even bolder, saucier, cheesier, and crisper thanks to Iron Chef Alex Guarnaschelli and her highly opinionated chef-in-training daughter Ava!From the time she was old enough to hold a fork, Ava has been at Alex&’s side in the kitchen, whether eating lusciously cheesy gnocchi at Alex&’s New York City restaurant, Butter, or making classic French omelets with her famous Iron Chef mom. While Alex turns to treasured cookbooks for inspiration, Ava scrolls through TikTok—and now as a teenager, Ava is teaching Alex a thing or two.Through seventy-five witty and informative recipes, Alex and Ava share a repertoire of dishes that define their modern family meals: bold flavored, comforting, satisfying, and always supremely delicious. Side by side, they cook their way through family favorites like Blueberry Pie from Alex&’s mom, a legendary cookbook editor, and Nanny Ida&’s Crisp Potato Latkes. Tips and notes offer great cooking advice for achieving the fluffiest frittatas (add water, never milk) and how to season and mix meatballs so they always stay juicy (spread the mixture up around the sides of the bowl and then season). There&’s even a bonus recipe for dog biscuits, inspired by Alex and Ava&’s family dog, Leon!Cooking with authority is learned and earned in this smart and joyous cookbook that celebrates a mother-daughter bond that&’s stronger than the even the most garlicky garlic bread (the secret is—surprise—lots of shallots!).
The Cookbook for Kids: Great Recipes for Kids Who Love to Cook
by Lisa Atwood&“These super-fun recipes will make the kitchen irresistible to any child.&” —Susan Kane, Editorial Director, Parenting Magazine Packed with more than sixty yummy recipes for easy-to-make treats, from crepes and cookies to fish tacos and nachos, Williams-Sonoma Cooking for Kids makes cooking loads of fun! This book features gorgeous photography and colorful illustrations in a fun, uncomplicated style that kids and parents are sure to love. Kids will have a blast whipping up their own creations in the kitchen—like cinnamon-swirl French toast for breakfast or granola bars for after-school snacks. Fun facts are also included to entertain and educate aspiring young chefs. Delicious and simple, these recipes inspire creativity—while teaching the basics of healthy eating and giving kids skills they can use throughout their lives.
The Cookcamp (Alida #1)
by Gary PaulsenTold through the eyes of a 5-year-old boy, this is a story of adventure and discovery in a cookcamp located in the Canadian woods during World War II.<P> When?: World War II<P> Where?: A cookcamp in the Canadian woods<P> Why?: He's not really sure. <P> One summer, a 5-year-old boy goes to live with his grandmother in a cookcamp. The camp is home to 9 men who are building a road through the woods. The boy misses his mother, but at the same time the camp becomes home--a special home where he learns to spit and rides the tractor. It's a wonderful summer, but then he lets slip to his grandmother about "Uncle Casey" and she writes seven letters to his mother. Seven letters that she mails "good and hard." A short while later, the boy returns home.
The Cookie Crumbles
by Alechia Dow Tracy BaduaThe Great British Bake Off meets Knives Out in this fun and propulsive middle grade novel following two best friends who must solve the mystery behind a baking competition gone awry.Laila gave Lucy a cupcake on the second day of kindergarten, and they've been inseparable ever since. But the summer before eighth grade, they find out that since they live on opposite sides of town, they’ll go to different high schools. Yuck!Then Laila’s invited to compete at the Golden Cookie competition, which awards its winner admission and a full ride to the prestigious Sunderland boarding school, and it’s the perfect opportunity. Sunderland doesn’t just have an elite culinary program; it’s also home to an elite journalism track, if only newscaster-hopeful Lucy could build up a strong enough portfolio to impress the scholarship committee.But when one of the celebrity judges collapses after sampling Laila’s showpiece, rumors of foul play swirl, with Laila rising to the top of the suspect list. Even worse, a major storm has effectively cut off all access to the outside world.Can the girls find the real culprit and clear Laila’s name before it’s too late?
Cookie Cutters & Sled Runners
by Natalie RompellaMost kids would dread the start of middle school and the year-long Explorations project that comes with it, but Ana knows that her + her best friend Lily + their plan to write and sell their own cookbook is a recipe for success. Lily’s not just the perfect partner in culinary crime—she’s also the only person in the world who understands Ana’s need to wash her hands five times before picking up a spatula, and would never make fun of her for it.But Ana and Lily’s plan for edible entrepreneurship turns into one big baking disaster when they’re assigned to different partners for their projects. As if it wasn’t bad enough that Lily seems more excited to get to know her new partner than bummed about being separated, Lily and her new friend plan to use the cookbook idea for themselves—and they didn’t even ask! Worse, Ana’s partner is Dasher, the strange new girl from Alaska, and she wants to do their project on the weirdest thing imaginable: sled dog racing.Dasher’s dogs are scary, slobbery, and decidedly not germ-free, but Ana thinks she’s found a loophole when she agrees to bake pancakes for spectators while Dasher mushes in a local race. That is, until Dasher sprains her ankle and has to drop out of the running. Can Ana learn to mush—and overcome her anxiety—in time to save her friendships, finish her project, and compete in the big race?