Leveled Texts: Constitution of the United States

Leveled Texts: Constitution of the United States
Author: Debra J. Housel
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 9
Release: 2014-01-01
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1425870430

All students can learn about the Constitution through text written at four different reading levels. Symbols on the pages represent reading-level ranges to help differentiate instruction. Provided comprehension questions complement the text.

Leveled Texts: United States Constitution

Leveled Texts: United States Constitution
Author: Debra J. Housel
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 9
Release: 2014-01-01
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1425870198

All students can learn about the Constitution through text written at four different reading levels. Symbols on the pages represent reading-level ranges to help differentiate instruction. Provided comprehension questions complement the text.

We the People

We the People
Author: Peter Spier
Publisher: Dragonfly Books
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2020-05-05
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0593128087

The US Constitution brought to life for young readers! In this visual celebration of the US Constitution and America's founding fathers, Caldecott Medalist Peter Spier tells the stirring American tale of how this most important document came to symbolize freedom, justice, equality, and hope for all citizens. This fact-filled volume includes: • An illustrated preamble to the Constitution, illuminating its signifcance from its birth through to modern times • The complete text of the Constitution • The fascinating history of the struggle to create and ratify the Constitution • A historical reproduction of the original document Full of illustrations that bring the Constitution to life, this is a must-have resource for every American classroom, library, and home. ★ “A joyful celebration of the people whose leaders created the Constitution.” —Booklist, starred review “A celebration of America’s diversity.” —Kirkus Reviews “Spier has created a tribute that can be appreciated in more than one sitting.” —Publishers Weekly

We the Kids

We the Kids
Author: David Catrow
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2005-04-21
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0142402761

Brush up on the Preamble to the Constitution with this patriotic picture book—and have a couple of good laughs while you're at it! A long time ago some smart guys wrote the Preamble to the Constitution. You have probably read it before, but do you know what it means? And did it ever make you laugh? Now it will! Perfect for inspiring discussion in classrooms and around kitchen tables, this fun-filled and cheerfully illustrated look at the Preamble provides an accessible introduction to America's founding ideals for citizens of all ages. Includes a glossary of terms and a foreword by the artist. "This zany, patriotic paean offers kids lighthearted but meaningful incentive to reflect further on the relevance of those 'big words' and 'big ideas.'"—Publishers Weekly

The Creation of the U.S. Constitution

The Creation of the U.S. Constitution
Author: Michael Burgan
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 42
Release: 2006-07
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780736896535

In this fascinating graphic novel, witness the real-life debates, disagreements, and compromises that led to the formation of the U.S. Constitution during the Constitutional Convention of 1787. Eye-popping artwork and easy-to-read text offer an appealing, accessible alternative for nonfiction readers. An additional information section provides key facts and further understanding. The perfect book for budding historians, comic book fans, and everyone in between!

Leveled Texts for Social Studies: Early America

Leveled Texts for Social Studies: Early America
Author: Debra J. Housel
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 147
Release: 2007-04-05
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1425892906

Step into an earlier America to explore 15 different social studies topics ranging from exploring the New World to The Bill of Rights with these engaging texts. Leveled Texts for Social Studies: Early America is an award-winning resource designed to help all students grasp important historical people and events through high-interest social studies material written at four different reading levels ranging from 1.5 to 7.2. Each text is presented in a two-page format and complemented with comprehension questions written at each reading level. Includes a Teacher Resource CD with a modifiable versi.

The U.s. Constitution and You

The U.s. Constitution and You
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2012
Genre: Constitutional law
ISBN: 9781451748086

All elementary school students learn about the history of the U.S. Constitution when they begin social studies. This book tells them about the great American document itself--explaining exactly what the Constitution does as well as how it affects and protects people today.

Leveled Texts for Differentiated Content-Area Literacy: Early America Kit

Leveled Texts for Differentiated Content-Area Literacy: Early America Kit
Author:
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 232
Release: 2010-06-04
Genre:
ISBN: 9781433311291

Differentiate content, process, and product and promote content-area literacy with this dynamic kit about early American history. This kit provides leveled informational texts featuring key historical themes and topics embedded within targeted literacy instruction. Teachers can assess comprehension of informational text using the included Culminating Activity. Additionally, teachers can use multimedia activities to engage students and extend learning. The 60 colorful Leveled Text Cards in this kit are written at four distinct reading levels, each card featuring subtle symbols that denote differentiated reading levels, making differentiation strategies easy to implement. Leveled Texts for Differentiated Content-Area Literacy: Early America Complete Kit includes: Leveled Text Cards; digital resources; Lessons; a Culminating Activity; Tiered Graphic Organizers; Assessment Tools; and audio recordings (of thematic raps and leveled texts).

US Constitution

US Constitution
Author: Julie Murray
Publisher: ABDO
Total Pages: 27
Release: 2019-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1532186371

Through simple text and historic and modern images and photographs, this title explains why the US Constitution is one of the most important symbols of freedom to the United States of America. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

Who Wrote the U.S. Constitution?

Who Wrote the U.S. Constitution?
Author: Candice Ransom
Publisher: Lerner Publications
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2010-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1580136699

Answers the who, what, where, when, why, and how about the Constitutional Convention of 1787.