Exploring American History

Give your students their first taste of American History. When you order History / Bible / Literature K: Exploring American History, your young adventurers will set out to explore key events and important people in American History.

Schedule only for the K Readers Program. Includes the daily schedule and limited story study notes.

A wonderful devotional by best-selling author Gilbert Beers. Each day's reading includes a three-part discussion section: "Remember" (to recall factual information); "Discover" (to learn a lesson that relates to today); and "Apply" (to apply to the student's own situation). Highlighted with beautiful four-color illustrations.

A great mnemonic aid: the entire set of 28 Scripture verses in the Bible K Memory program (plus a bonus track!) set to diverse musical styles.

Introduce your kindergarten student to American History with this age-appropriate, richly illustrated spine. Sixty chapters, across two volumes, introduce children to a wide range of people and events. Some of them are well known, like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. Some are far more obscure like Dave the Potter, an enslaved African American who inscribed rhymes on his pots at a time when the enslaved were forbidden from learning to read.

Introduce your kindergarten student to American History with this age-appropriate, richly illustrated spine. Sixty chapters, across two volumes, introduce children to a wide range of people and events. Some of them are well known, like Thomas Edison and Theodore Roosevelt. Some are far more obscure like Temple Grandin, the autistic professor who transformed how people manage cattle.

Part of the Trailblazer Books series ... young Peter Cartwright Gilbert Hamilton is left alone on the frontier when his father is killed and his mother is kidnapped. The story of his life with a Methodist circuit-rider evangelist and his on-going search for his mother.

An interactive look at a struggling farm who leaves the east coat to head west. How would you do with little to eat and only your wagon for shelter? Humorous illustrations depict the dark and difficult side of this time period in history.

An excellent introduction to maps and map reading. Large, full-color illustrations. Includes practical activities.

There are two sides to every story! This wonderfully illustrated book shows both sides of the American Revolution through the eyes of George Washington and King George III. A timeless lesson in seeing history from different points of view.

Beautifully rendered folk-style illustrations help bring to life the story of this famous duo. Descriptive text is taken from the actual journals of Lewis and Clark. The tale focuses on the first 1 1/2 years of the Corps of Discovery's journey to the Pacific Ocean.

Learn all about the very first Americans, long before Columbus landed. Watercolor paintings depict the clothing, dwellings, art, tools, and other Native American artifacts.

Another title in the "If You" series. A Q&A format that tells children what it was like to live in the New England colonies from 1565 to 1776.

The story of DeWitt Clinton, a young politician who has a dream to build a canal to connect the Hudson River with the Great Lakes. From the groundbreaking ceremony on July 4, 1817 to a triumphant journey down America's first superhighway. You won't want to miss this trip!

Based on the true story of Remember, Mary and Bartholomew Allerton. Experience long days at sea aboard the Mayflower followed by the first winter in the New World. Richly detailed paintings bring the pilgrim's first months to life, culminating with the original Thanksgiving feast.

This interactive series makes the reader part of the story by inviting them to become the main character. Each book uses humorous illustrations to depict the sometimes dark side of life during important eras in history.

From silly to contemplative, a satisfying collection of 100 favorite poems. Young readers of all levels will eat this up, and come back for more. Delightfully illustrated.

A series of stories featuring Huckle, Lowly, Pig Will, Pig Won't, and other characters who demonstrate the good will generated by nice manners. Zany pictures and stories help reinforce manners lessons.

A delightful story about a boy who rescues a sweet young dragon from her enemies through the judicious use of the unlikely items he has stored in his knapsack.

Eighty feet below the ocean's surface, Wayne Grover encounters three dolphins, one with a large fish hook stuck in his back.

A humble farmer wants to marry the Emperor's daughter . . . and succeeds because of his wisdom.

The classic Gertrude Chandler Warner book about four orphans who have to fend for themselves. Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny are orphans. Determined to make it on their own, they set out to find a safe place to live. They discover an old, red boxcar that provides shelter from a storm.

Sequel to Dolphin Adventure. Wayne is searching for buried treasure that sunk with a Spanish galleon off the Florida coast when a storm arises and his dolphin friend comes to his rescue.

In the late 1870's, wolves, panthers and bears roam the deep Wisconsin woods. In those same woods, Laura lives with Pa and Ma, and her sisters, Mary and Baby Carrie, in a snug little house built of logs. Pa hunts and traps. Ma makes her own cheese and butter. At night, Pa's fiddle-playing brings the family together around the cozy fire.

Miles Murphy, the town prankster, is forced to move to a sleepy village that's famous for one thing only: cows. He quickly discovers that his new home already has a prankster. A wonderful story of joining forces and making a new friend.

Flora the pig is an adventurer! Join her as she sets her heart on becoming a sled dog (well, a sled pig) and takes an exhilarating--and dangerous--trip aboard a ship to Antartica.

A wonderful story for animal lovers. Lulu goes on vacation and discovers a stray dog living on the beach. While others think the dog is trouble, Lulu is convinced he just needs a friend.

A unique look at what makes the perfect family vacation. An amusing tale of family life on the road. Comical and sometimes suspenseful stories told by the older brother who is responsible for keeping his little brother out of trouble.

A captivating story about a young boy who acquires a pen pal in an unusual way. On a whim, Gregory decides to release a helium balloon with his name and address attached. The end result is a great relationship between shy Gregory and farmer Pete Mayfield.

A Newbery Honor book ... an entertaining and charming story about the childhood experiences of author Tomie dePaola.

Experience the world through the eyes of a young hampster who learns about families and cultures and friendship and kindness. Humphrey spends the week in a classroom, and each weekend travels to the home of a different student. A great story about encouraging others.

A memorable tale about a young girl facing a seemingly boring summer on her family's farm. A wonderful opportunity comes her way and in the process she learns more about her family than she ever knew. An intriguing look at small town life.

The story of Roxie, a little girl with a big imagination. She knows how to handle all situations from reading her books, but has to put her wits and adventurous spirit to work to outsmart some school bullies. Charming!

The story of a seven-year-old with a knack for appreciating the smallest things in life. A good lesson in thinking outside the box.

Help Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose solve mysteries from A to Z!

When Mona the Mouse stumbles across the wondrous world of the Heartwood Hotel in the middle of a storm, she desperately hopes they'll let her stay. As it turns out, Mona is precisely the maid they need at the grandest hotel in Fernwood Forest, where animals come from far and wide for safety, luxury, and comfort. But the Heartwood Hotel is not all acorn soufflé and soft moss-lined beds. Danger lurks, and as it approaches, Mona finds that this hotel is more than a warm place to spend the night. It might also be a home.

A classic picture book that is a great way to explore feelings with kids. Sometimes it's hard for children to understand or explain their feelings. This book encourages dialogue about emotions.

A set of 27 reading development booklets geared to the letters as learned. Stored in a handy slip cover box. Includes zany kid-friendly illustrations.