Materials to familiarize the reader with human society including the civics, economics, geography, history, law, philosophy, and government.
Civics and Social Studies
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LIBERTY 328.73 Per
Congress has a specific role in U.S. government. But what is it? How does it work? And how can you get involved? This handbook illustrates all aspects of the lawmaking branch. (Intermediate level)
LIBERTY 320.4 Per
Foundations explains the beginnings of the American political system, including historical background. Chapters introduce the concepts of a federal republic, with relevant and engaging and graphics. (Intermediate level)
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This short handbook details the specific jobs of the president, including chief of state, chief executive, and commander-in-chief, plus the role of the president's cabinet and the limited powers of the office. (Intermediate level)
LIBERTY 324.273 Per
Political Parties are not mentioned in the Constitution. How did they come about? Why are they important? This handbook examines the two-party system in the U.S. and how it evolved. (Intermediate level)
LIBERTY 347.7326 Per
The Supreme Court is the highest judicial court in the U.S. It has the final say on whether laws violate the Constitution. This handbook defines the role of the court and how it is essential to the rule of law. (Intermediate level)
VITAL 973 Ame
Discover early American history with this workbook that includes short reading passages, maps, graphics, and primary sources excerpts to explain historical facts, concepts and ideas. (Intermediate level) 2 Book Series
VITAL 973 Ame
Explore American history with this workbook that includes short reading passages, maps, graphics, and primary sources excerpts to explain historical facts, concepts and ideas. (Intermediate Level) 2 Book Series
320.473 Rag
Learn about the U.S. democratic system, its laws, the Bill of Rights and the Constitution. Gain understanding of the functions of each government branch and how they work together while becoming more knowledgeable of public policy, decision-making, and ways to get involved.
973.071 Rot
Series: Complete middle school study guide Big fat notebook
Notebook like format summarizes key concepts and highlights important points. Includes definitions, simple illustrations, mnemonic memory aids and end of chapter quizzes.
VITAL 320.473 Rag
Overview of world history from early societies to 21st century explained with charts, graphs, timelines and diagrams. Incudes atlas, glossary and index (intermediate level) Book (Teacher's Edition and Classroom Resource Binder also in VITAL collection)
300.3 Oxf
Social Studies vocabulary with illustrations provide more easily understood definitions of concepts. (high-beginning and intermediate)
428.43 Ti
Series: Timed readings plus in social studies
400-word passages on a variety of Social Studies topics with literal and critical comprehension questions formatted like those found on standardized tests help increase reading stamina and fluency. Timed reading element can be used to build reading speed. 10 Book series (Intermediate to Advanced)
320.473 Hig
Series: Super social studies infographics
Comparisons of U.S. government to other governments and how the systems and laws change over time. Features charts, maps, and illustrations of key concepts in American government.
Series: Super social studies infographics
Learn about the 50 states, their landscapes and climates with charts, maps, and illustrations that provide a visual story of the geography of the U. S. A.
910 Hol
How to use Google Earth with step-by-step instructions, lessons, and activities that integrate it into social studies, as well as science, mathematics, and English language arts study. Included lessons are differentiated by learning styles with leveled activities, and suggestions for extension activities. Teacher Resource CD includes templates and directions. Book +CD
Social Studies
973 Ame
Series of 2 workbooks that explore American history from discovery to the Obama presidency. Includes short reading passages and comprehension questions, incorporates, maps, charts and graphs. (Intermediate)