O Say Can You See (iCivics) - Softcover

Rhatigan, Joe

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1087605008 ISBN 13: 9781087605005

Publisher: Teacher Created Materials, 2021

Synopsis

Learn the history of “The Star-Spangled Banner” and the meaning behind its famous words with this nonfiction book. Ideal for young readers, the book includes a related fiction story, glossary, connected project, useful text features, and engaging sidebars. This 28-page full-color book analyzes the national anthem line by line to make sure students fully understand it. It also covers important topics like patriotism and community, and includes an extension activity for grade 2. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool, to explore the national anthem, U.S. symbols, and American history.

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Gr 2-3-Young readers get an introduction to citizenship and civic action in this series that addresses topics such as how to fundraise, being a voter, community problem-solving, and community leaders. The books assume that children are capable of making change, even spelling out steps to take to start their own fundraising efforts and learn about voting issues. Real-world issues are addressed, including the water crisis and wildfires. In each title, a short story helps introduce the topic. This section includes the very useful indicator "jump into fiction." At the end of the story, readers are directed "back to nonfiction." Readers are asked to make inferences from a political cartoon, make connections between the text and images, and brainstorm and discuss ideas with classmates. After reading the book, students are given an opportunity to see civics in action. In Every Drop Counts, that means understanding the water shortage, listing ways individuals can help, and sharing those ideas with friends. Back matter includes comprehension questions, a glossary, and an index. VERDICT Highly recommended for classrooms and libraries. Kids will feel empowered to be active members of their communities.α(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

Edition details

• Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1087605008
• ISBN 13: 9781087605005
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 28