Shelly Buchanan

The Great Gatsby: An Instructional Guide for Literature is the perfect tool to familiarize students with this well-known novel and encourage them to connect the story with actual events and issues from the 1920s. By completing rigorous and appealing cross-curricular lessons and activities, students will learn to analyze story elements in multiple ways, practice close reading and text-based vocabulary, determine meaning through text-dependent questions, and more. Each activity and lesson work in conjunction with the text to teach students how to analyze and comprehend rich, complex literature.

This high-interest nonfiction book builds literacy skills and social studies content knowledge while introducing students to the U. S. Constitution. With appropriately leveled text, primary source images, a supporting glossary, table of contents, and an index, children will increase their academic vocabulary and comprehension of important events in American history.

Teach students about the different natural ways that the Earth is constantly changing. Readers will learn about earthquakes, volcanoes, water and wind erosion, and more Colorful images, supporting text, a glossary, table of contents, and index all work together to engage readers and help them better understand the content. This informative, colorful book uses primary sources to captivate readers as they learn social studies topics.

Introduce students to the structure of the United States government with this high-interest nonfiction book. Students will build literacy skills and social studies content knowledge as they learn about the three branches of government and the purpose of this separation of powers. Primary source images, supporting text, a glossary, table of contents, and index all work together to engage readers and help them better understand the content.

Teach students about the different ways that people change their environment. Readers will learn about farming and logging, building cities, and more. Students will also be encouraged to take care of the Earth and protect our environment. Colorful images, supporting text, a glossary, table of contents, and index all work together to engage readers and help them better understand the content. This informative, colorful book uses primary sources to captivate readers as they learn social studies topics.

Fahrenheit 451: An Instructional Guide for Literature is the perfect tool to aid students in analyzing and comprehending this sensational story. Appealing and challenging cross-curricular lessons and activities will support readers as they dive into this futuristic story and make connections to the past, the present, and the future. These lessons and activities work in conjunction with the text to teach students how to analyze and comprehend story elements in multiple ways, practice close reading and text-based vocabulary, determine meaning through text-dependent questions, and much more.

Money and Trade in Our Nation introduces students ages 6 to 11 in grades 2-3 to essential economic concepts in an engaging, age-appropriate way. From the origins of money to how trade works within and beyond our communities, this nonfiction book uses vivid images and accessible text to help young readers understand how people buy, sell, and exchange goods and services. The book also explores how banks, savings, and jobs all play a role in the national economy. Perfect for social studies classrooms or at-home enrichment, this resource builds foundational knowledge of financial literacy while strengthening reading comprehension. Designed for students ages 6-11 in grades 2-3 Explains the basics of money, trade, and economic exchange Supports financial literacy with real-world examples Features age-appropriate vocabulary and vibrant visuals Ideal for classrooms, homeschool, or summer learning

Jobs Around Town is an English nonfiction reader for children in grades 1-2 (ages 5-10) that showcases the variety of careers people perform to support their communities. Through clear, age-appropriate text and engaging visuals, readers explore jobs like mail carriers, teachers, police officers, dentists, and more. The book includes historical and current job examples, helping students understand how work evolves over time. This reader builds vocabulary, comprehension, and civic awareness. Ideal for integrating into social studies, career education, or community units at school or home. Introduces a range of community jobs and helps children see their importance Connects past and present versions of jobs to show change over time Reinforces reading comprehension and informational text skills Uses vivid illustrations to support understanding of roles and tools Great for classroom job units, literacy centers, and family discussion

Written in English for students in grades 1-2 (ages 5 to 10), *Earning Money* introduces early readers to basic financial literacy by exploring the many ways people can earn money. With accessible text and vivid images, this nonfiction reader explains how jobs, services, and responsibilities translate into earnings. Designed to support social studies standards and economic understanding, this book helps young students build critical vocabulary and think about the value of work. Ideal for classroom instruction, group reading, or at-home learning, this title empowers students to connect real-world concepts to their daily lives. Intended for students in grades 1-2 (ages 5-10). Explains how people earn money through jobs and services. Introduces key economic and social studies vocabulary. Supports classroom discussions about work, responsibility, and value. Promotes early financial literacy and real-world application.