Postwar America (Set of 8)
$79.60 – $199.60
After World War II, the United States experienced major changes that affected nearly every aspect of life. This informative series explores several of the most compelling events from the postwar era, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. Each book features authoritative text, fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. These Focus Readers titles are at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.
Description
After World War II, the United States experienced major changes that affected nearly every aspect of life. This informative series explores several of the most compelling events from the postwar era, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. Each book features authoritative text, fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. These Focus Readers titles are at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.
Additional information
Format | Hosted Ebook, Paperback, Reinforced Library Binding |
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Correlation with Curriculum Standards
Reviews
“A good fit for research in upper elementary grades, or for older students who need accessible text.” — School Library Journal
“Illustrated with period photos, books in this attractive series offer succinct, informative introductions to key aspects of American history in the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s.” —Booklist
The Vietnam War: “The Vietnam War introduces the war between Communists in North Vietnam and the South Vietnamese who opposed them. This title also relates how U.S. intervention caused division at home and prolonged devastation in Vietnam. . . . Illustrated with period photos, books in this attractive series offer succinct, informative introductions to key aspects of American history in the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s.” —Booklist
Watergate: “Watergate recalls the notorious burglary to hide listening devices in a Democratic Party office in 1972 and the ensuing scandal, which forced President Nixon to resign. . . . Illustrated with period photos, books in this attractive series offer succinct, informative introductions to key aspects of American history in the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s.” —Booklist
The Women’s Right Movement: “The Women’s Rights Movement looks at gender-based discrimination in the mid-twentieth century, which inspired a new wave of activism for women’s rights and meaningful legal and economic changes. Illustrated with period photos, books in this attractive series offer succinct, informative introductions to key aspects of American history in the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s.” —Booklist
The Postwar Boom: “The Postwar Boom discusses the unexpected economic boom after WWII, while pointing out how institutionalized discrimination meant that the gains were enjoyed mainly by white men. . . . Illustrated with period photos, books in this attractive series offer succinct, informative introductions to key aspects of American history in the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s.” —Booklist
A 2024 Junior Library Guild Selection
Title Details
The Civil Rights Movement
$9.95 – $24.95
This informative book explores the civil rights movement, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7. Preview this book.
Description
This informative book explores the civil rights movement, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.
Additional information
Format | Hosted Ebook, Paperback, Reinforced Library Binding |
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Specifications
Copyright: 2024
Page Count: 32
Trim Size: 7 x 9
Dewey: 973
Lexile: 630L
Guided Reading Level: U
Teacher Resources
The Cold War
$9.95 – $24.95
This informative book explores the Cold War, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7. Preview this book.
Description
This informative book explores the Cold War, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.
Additional information
Format | Hosted Ebook, Paperback, Reinforced Library Binding |
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Specifications
Copyright: 2024
Page Count: 32
Trim Size: 7 x 9
Dewey: 973
Lexile: 620L
Guided Reading Level: U
Teacher Resources
The Korean War
$9.95 – $24.95
This informative book explores the Korean War, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7. Preview this book.
Description
This informative book explores the Korean War, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.
Additional information
Format | Hosted Ebook, Paperback, Reinforced Library Binding |
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Specifications
Copyright: 2024
Page Count: 32
Trim Size: 7 x 9
Dewey: 973
Lexile: 700L
Guided Reading Level: U
Teacher Resources
New Frontier and Great Society
$9.95 – $24.95
This informative book explores the New Frontier and Great Society, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7. Preview this book.
Description
This informative book explores the New Frontier and Great Society, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.
Additional information
Format | Hosted Ebook, Paperback, Reinforced Library Binding |
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Specifications
Copyright: 2024
Page Count: 32
Trim Size: 7 x 9
Dewey: 973
Lexile: 640L
Guided Reading Level: U
Teacher Resources
The Postwar Boom
$9.95 – $24.95
This informative book explores the postwar boom, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7. Preview this book.
Description
This informative book explores the postwar boom, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.
Additional information
Format | Hosted Ebook, Paperback, Reinforced Library Binding |
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Specifications
Copyright: 2024
Page Count: 32
Trim Size: 7 x 9
Dewey: 973
Lexile: 620L
Guided Reading Level: U
Teacher Resources
The Vietnam War
$9.95 – $24.95
This informative book explores the Vietnam War, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7. Preview this book.
Description
This informative book explores the Vietnam War, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.
Additional information
Format | Hosted Ebook, Paperback, Reinforced Library Binding |
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Specifications
Copyright: 2024
Page Count: 32
Trim Size: 7 x 9
Dewey: 973
Lexile: 660L
Guided Reading Level: U
Teacher Resources
Watergate
$9.95 – $24.95
This informative book explores the Watergate scandal, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7. Preview this book.
Description
This informative book explores the Watergate scandal, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.
Additional information
Format | Hosted Ebook, Paperback, Reinforced Library Binding |
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Specifications
Copyright: 2024
Page Count: 32
Trim Size: 7 x 9
Dewey: 973
Lexile: 600L
Guided Reading Level: U
Teacher Resources
The Women’s Rights Movement
$9.95 – $24.95
This informative book explores the women’s rights movement, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7. Preview this book.
Description
This informative book explores the women’s rights movement, highlighting the perspectives and motivations of the people involved. The book also includes fascinating sidebars, a “Voices from the Past” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.
Additional information
Format | Hosted Ebook, Paperback, Reinforced Library Binding |
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Specifications
Copyright: 2024
Page Count: 32
Trim Size: 7 x 9
Dewey: 973
Lexile: 680L
Guided Reading Level: U