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.

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.

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

Leveled Texts: Bill of Rights

Leveled Texts: Bill of Rights
Author: Debra J. Housel
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 9
Release: 2014-01-01
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1425870201

All students can learn about the Bill of Rights 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 for Social Studies: Symbols, Monuments, and Documents

Leveled Texts for Social Studies: Symbols, Monuments, and Documents
Author: Debra J. Housel
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
Total Pages: 152
Release: 2012-10-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9781425808969

Engage and motivate students as they discover the unique history of America's most treasured symbols. Leveled Texts for Social Studies: Symbols, Monuments, and Documents is perfect for close reading or small-group instruction. It includes 15 different informational texts, each featuring high-interest content written at four different reading levels with matching pictures. Symbols placed in the lower corner of each page represent the reading level range and are designed to help teachers differentiate instruction for students who are reading below-grade-level, at-grade-level, above-grade-level, as well as English language learners. Differentiation strategies and leveled comprehension questions are also provided to complement each reading level.

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).

Understanding the U.S. Constitution, Grades 5 - 8

Understanding the U.S. Constitution, Grades 5 - 8
Author: Stange
Publisher: Mark Twain Media
Total Pages: 115
Release: 2008-09-08
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1580378285

Bring history to life for students in grades 5 and up using Understanding the U.S. Constitution! This 114-page book includes text, questions, activities, and trial tests that explore the three branches of government, the Articles, and the Amendments. The book also includes a Constitution test and answer keys.