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29 kirjaa tekijältä Beatrice Harris
The U.S. flag is a symbol that many young people grow up seeing all around them. They may not wonder more about it until they see another country's flag. Then, many questions arise. This volume has the answers Readers of this accessible book, a wonderful addition to any elementary social studies collection, will understand how the flag represents both the nation's history and its growth. In the colorful images, they'll be able to compare older versions of the flag with today's flag.
The U.S. flag is a symbol that many young people grow up seeing all around them. They may not wonder more about it until they see another country's flag. Then, many questions arise. This volume has the answers Readers of this accessible book, a wonderful addition to any elementary social studies collection, will understand how the flag represents both the nation's history and its growth. In the colorful images, they'll be able to compare older versions of the flag with today's flag.
Everyone loves a holiday It's great to have a break from school or work. Certain holidays, called national holidays, are also a time to remember important events, people, and ideas in U.S. history. In this beneficial book, readers will learn how a national holiday is designated and how people celebrate or honor it. They'll also learn about some national holidays that may be less familiar to them, such as Juneteenth. At-level text and correlating photographs and images make key curricular ideas comprehensible for the emerging reader.
Everyone loves a holiday It's great to have a break from school or work. Certain holidays, called national holidays, are also a time to remember important events, people, and ideas in U.S. history. In this beneficial book, readers will learn how a national holiday is designated and how people celebrate or honor it. They'll also learn about some national holidays that may be less familiar to them, such as Juneteenth. At-level text and correlating photographs and images make key curricular ideas comprehensible for the emerging reader.
Certain landmarks and places are so important to the history of the United States that they're designated as national monuments. The federal government vows to protect and maintain national monuments, so citizens can enjoy and learn from them for years to come. Today, there are more than 130 U.S. national monuments Readers of this accessible book will learn these facts and more about national monuments. They'll also be introduced to several of the most famous ones through enlightening at-level text and beautiful supporting photographs.
Certain landmarks and places are so important to the history of the United States that they're designated as national monuments. The federal government vows to protect and maintain national monuments, so citizens can enjoy and learn from them for years to come. Today, there are more than 130 U.S. national monuments Readers of this accessible book will learn these facts and more about national monuments. They'll also be introduced to several of the most famous ones through enlightening at-level text and beautiful supporting photographs.
National parks are areas set aside by the national government for the public to enjoy or learn from. Many serve to protect the plants and animals found there too. The United States was one of the first countries to recognize how important it is to have national parks. In this wonderful introduction to U.S. national parks, readers will learn about the significance of these special places as well as about famous parks, such as Yellowstone National Park. The achievable text is paired with stunning photographs of these significant areas.
National parks are areas set aside by the national government for the public to enjoy or learn from. Many serve to protect the plants and animals found there too. The United States was one of the first countries to recognize how important it is to have national parks. In this wonderful introduction to U.S. national parks, readers will learn about the significance of these special places as well as about famous parks, such as Yellowstone National Park. The achievable text is paired with stunning photographs of these significant areas.
"I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America . . ." But why? Many students are used to reciting these words every day at school. In fact, the practice began especially for young people in 1892 as a way to teach them to demonstrate respect for their country. But today people of all ages recite it. This accessible book explains the Pledge and the message within it to young readers, highlighting related curricular concepts.
"I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America . . ." But why? Many students are used to reciting these words every day at school. In fact, the practice began especially for young people in 1892 as a way to teach them to demonstrate respect for their country. But today people of all ages recite it. This accessible book explains the Pledge and the message within it to young readers, highlighting related curricular concepts.
"O say can you see ..." These familiar words ring out in song before many major sports events and government functions in the United States. Readers of this insightful book will learn the background of this work, now the U.S. national anthem, including when it was written and how it became important to the nation. The colorful photographs and at-level text are an inviting and achievable introduction to several key elementary social studies concepts, including an understanding of American symbols.
"O say can you see ..." These familiar words ring out in song before many major sports events and government functions in the United States. Readers of this insightful book will learn the background of this work, now the U.S. national anthem, including when it was written and how it became important to the nation. The colorful photographs and at-level text are an inviting and achievable introduction to several key elementary social studies concepts, including an understanding of American symbols.
AI, or artificial intelligence, is the simulation of human thinking by machines. Computers need to be programmed in order to "think" like people. That's not an easy job to accomplish Today, there are many careers in artificial intelligence as computers and other machines are being used in a variety of realms, including manufacturing, medicine, virtual assistants, and chatbots. This industry is expected to continue to grow in the coming years. This fascinating book introduces AI and related jobs through accessible and motivating text, vibrant photographs, and thought-provoking sidebars and fact boxes.
Those who pursue careers in global health help people in low-and middle-income countries battle public health problems, such as diseases, mental illnesses, and chronic conditions. No matter the patient, young or old, they seek to make a difference. This inspiring book introduces readers to the topic of global health and to a variety of global health professionals, including analysts, researchers, educators, and nurses as well as some of the respected organizations they work for. The well-researched text informs about the education needed for such careers as well as the impact today's global health workers are having on people's lives.
Those who pursue careers in global health help people in low-and middle-income countries battle public health problems, such as diseases, mental illnesses, and chronic conditions. No matter the patient, young or old, they seek to make a difference. This inspiring book introduces readers to the topic of global health and to a variety of global health professionals, including analysts, researchers, educators, and nurses as well as some of the respected organizations they work for. The well-researched text informs about the education needed for such careers as well as the impact today's global health workers are having on people's lives.
Information technology means storing, retrieving, and sending data. It is crucial to everyday life. Every time someone searches for the answer to a question online, streams a movie or TV show, or looks at photographs and videos on the internet, they can thank the hard work of people who work in information technology, or IT. This beneficial book, a valuable addition to any STEM library, introduces many IT-related careers, such as computer programmer, database administrator, and information security analyst. Readers will learn how to pursue these careers and the importance of these occupations in our world today.
Information technology means storing, retrieving, and sending data. It is crucial to everyday life. Every time someone searches for the answer to a question online, streams a movie or TV show, or looks at photographs and videos on the internet, they can thank the hard work of people who work in information technology, or IT. This beneficial book, a valuable addition to any STEM library, introduces many IT-related careers, such as computer programmer, database administrator, and information security analyst. Readers will learn how to pursue these careers and the importance of these occupations in our world today.
Without STEM--science, technology, engineering, and mathematics--gymnasts couldn't excel on the balance beam, vault, rings, floor exercise, or other events. All of these STEM domains help gymnasts do incredible tricks with their bodies and equipment. In this highly motivating volume, readers discover the many connections between STEM and gymnastics, with the aid of sidebars, graphic organizers, fact boxes, and stunning action-packed photographs. Essential areas of the elementary STEM curricula are explained in a relatable and accessible way that's sure to entertain and inform readers.