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AC-ASS01

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Access Science and American History
A standards-based Science and American History program for English language learners and special needs students, grades 7-12.

These two books present concepts in a highly visual format with simplified language and clear, easy-to-follow lessons. Each lesson has three parts: Talk and Explore, Look and Read, and Develop Language. Visual aids, limited text, constant vocabulary instruction and a focus on "big ideas" help struggling readers and ELL students learn essential content.

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Science
$39.00
History
$39.00
Science & History
$79.00
PC-2305

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BASIC GEOGRAPHY

This unique binder, written by Kristina Swann, was designed for struggling learners who need help understanding basic geography concepts. The binder breaks each concept into small chunks to help students comprehend geography fundamentals and to develop related skills. Short lessons are followed by multiple practice activity sheets so students can firmly grasp a concept before moving on to the next lesson.

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Locations: Covers maps, grids, latitude and longitude, map projections, and types of maps.
Places and Regions: Covers landforms and water systems, climates, and cultural geography.
Movement of People, Ideas, and Goods: Covers population, migration, transportation, economic geography, world trade, and communication.
The United States: Covers U.S. regions, physical features and climate, people, and natural resources.

BASIC GEOGRAPHY

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$59.95
PC-2433

ELL TEACHING STRATEGIES - U.S. CITIZENSHIP
Use these teacher resources to make social studies content accessible to ELL students

Use these teacher resources to make social studies content accessible to ELL students. The three books, designed to support the Living in the United States Series, offer teaching strategies and reproducible activity sheets for use with ELL students.

• 3 Books
• Teaching Strategies
• Key Vocabulary Words
• Reproducible Activity Sheets

Strategies The teaching strategies build background knowledge and support the content of each title in the series.

Lesson Plans Each title features a lesson plan that supports each section of the corresponding Student Text. Every lesson plan includes content and language objectives, key vocabulary words, suggestions for teaching specific vocabulary words, specific instructional strategies, and follow-up activities.

ELL Classroom Kit Includes a Teacher's Guide, an ELL Teaching Strategies book, and 10 Student Texts for each title in the Living in the United States Series: United States Government, United States Citizenship, and United States Law.

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Citizenship
$19.95
PC-2432

ELL TEACHING STRATEGIES - U.S. GOVERNMENT
Use these teacher resources to make social studies content accessible to ELL students

Use these teacher resources to make social studies content accessible to ELL students. The three books, designed to support the Living in the United States Series, offer teaching strategies and reproducible activity sheets for use with ELL students.

• 3 Books
• Teaching Strategies
• Key Vocabulary Words
• Reproducible Activity Sheets

Strategies The teaching strategies build background knowledge and support the content of each title in the series.

Lesson Plans Each title features a lesson plan that supports each section of the corresponding Student Text. Every lesson plan includes content and language objectives, key vocabulary words, suggestions for teaching specific vocabulary words, specific instructional strategies, and follow-up activities.

ELL Classroom Kit Includes a Teacher's Guide, an ELL Teaching Strategies book, and 10 Student Texts for each title in the Living in the United States Series: United States Government, United States Citizenship, and United States Law.

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Government
$19.95
PC-2434

ELL TEACHING STRATEGIES - U.S. LAW
Use these teacher resources to make social studies content accessible to ELL students

Use these teacher resources to make social studies content accessible to ELL students. The three books, designed to support the Living in the United States Series, offer teaching strategies and reproducible activity sheets for use with ELL students.

• 3 Books
• Teaching Strategies
• Key Vocabulary Words
• Reproducible Activity Sheets

Strategies The teaching strategies build background knowledge and support the content of each title in the series.

Lesson Plans Each title features a lesson plan that supports each section of the corresponding Student Text. Every lesson plan includes content and language objectives, key vocabulary words, suggestions for teaching specific vocabulary words, specific instructional strategies, and follow-up activities.

ELL Classroom Kit Includes a Teacher's Guide, an ELL Teaching Strategies book, and 10 Student Texts for each title in the Living in the United States Series: United States Government, United States Citizenship, and United States Law.

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Law
$19.95
All 4 Sets
PC-2153

Language
PC-2118

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Graphic Organizers

4 reproducible books by Daniel Barnekow include graphic organizers for all subject areas. Use each of these 100-page resources to supplement any existing curriculum with graphic organizers that help students write and organize their thoughts. Teacher notes, including teaching tips and discussion questions, are included for each graphic organizer. 4 titles include: Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, and Science. Sold individually or as a set of 4 books.

graphic organizers

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All 4 Sets
$149.95
1 Subject
$39.95

Class Set
PC-1909

US Citizenship
Student Text
PC-1835

Teacher's Guide
PC-1836

US Government
Student Text
PC-1719

Teacher's Guide
PC-1720

US Law
Student Text
PC-1910

Teacher's Guide
PC-1911

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Living in the United States

Product Type: Binders/Worksheets
Age-Appropriate: Secondary Reading Level: 3.0-4.5
Reproducible: yes
Author: Kristina Swann
Copyright: 2004

This comprehensive three-program series was designed for middle and high school students who need help learning the basics of American government.  The low reading level; sophisticated page layout; and up-to-date, age-appropriate visuals make the Student Texts and accompanying activities appealing to struggling readers. The standards-based programs are appropriate for on-level students, students with learning differences, and students and adults reading below grade level. The programs can stand alone or serve as supplements to existing teaching materials.

Class Set Includes
United States Government
  (10 Student Texts and 1 Teacher’s Binder)
United States Law
  (10 Student Texts and 1 Teacher’s Binder)
United States Citizenship
  (10 Student Texts and 1 Teacher’s Binder)

living in the united states - us law, government, and citizenship

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Class Set
$449.95
Student Text
$11.95

Teacher's Guide
$49.95

AC-GP02

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United States Geography Reader

United States Geography Reader is a high interest reading comprehension program designed to be teen friendly. It divides the continental United States into eight geographic areas and gives details on twelve unique tourist destinations within each region. Destinations were chosen to appeal to middle and high school students and will engage all teen readers. Teen user-friendly travel destinations include: Cleveland’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, San Antonio’s Riverwalk and Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry. Includes 96 lessons in total.

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$49.00
Both Binders
PC-1834

Binder 1
PC-1608

Binder 2
PC-1833

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U.S. History Shorts

These two reproducible binders, by Kristina Swann, were designed for students of all ages who need help learning the basic concepts covered in U.S. history classes. The low reading level and age-appropriate illustrations make the short, high-interest passages and activities appealing to struggling readers. Lessons are effective for on-level students, students with learning differences, students with behavior challenges, and students and adults who are reading below grade level. Lessons are also appropriate for at-risk and ESL students.


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Binder 1 or 2
$54.95

Binders 1 & 2
$99.95
Both Binders
PC-2124

Binder 1
PC-2007

Binder 2
PC-2123

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World History Shorts: Binders 1 & 2

Like the popular U.S. History Shorts, these 2 reproducible binders help students of all ages learn basic concepts covered in world history courses. By Kristina Swann, the low reading level and high-interest illustrations engage struggling readers. Effective for students with learning differences, on-level students, and students and adults who are reading below grade level.

Short Stories
Each binder features 30 one-page stories, or shorts, that focus on key historical concepts. Featured in 14-point font for easier readability, the shorts can be used as introductory lessons or as an overview for topics to be covered quickly.

Related Product:
U.S. HISTORY SHORTS AUDIO CDS 1 & 2

know your body

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Both Binders
$99.95
Binder 1
$54.95
Binder 2
$54.95
       
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