Bøker av Dona Herweck Rice

Learn about the incredible story of Fannie Lou Hamer! Explore the legacy of this civil rights activist, teaching students about Fannie Lou Hamer's fight for equal rights. This 32-page nonfiction book covers important topics like equality and voting rights. Perfect for use in the classroom or at-home learning to explore activism, U.S. history, and the civil rights movement. Includes a short fiction piece to help students relate to the topic and engaging text features such as a glossary, useful discussion questions, and a "Civics in Action" activity designed to get students thinking and talking about social issues.

Dive into the never-ending quest for human rights! This meaningful Grade 5 nonfiction reader explains the basic rights people have when they are born. Includes a fiction story related to the topic a "Civics in Action" activity and other useful features.

Introduce students to the first female Supreme Court Justice! This engaging Grade 5 nonfiction reader describes the life of Sandra Day O'Connor. Includes a fiction story related to the topic a "Civics in Action" activity and other meaningful features.

Learn about Clara Barton, a nurse and founder of the American Red Cross, with this exciting nonfiction book. Ideal for young readers, the book includes a short fiction piece related to the topic, an additional project, discussion questions, and other useful features. This 20-page full-color book details the life and legacy of Clara Barton using historical images and grade-level text. It also covers important topics such as leadership and volunteerism, and includes an extension activity for kindergarten. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool to learn about American leaders, helping others, and U.S. History.

Students will discover the people sights sounds and smells that make a neighborhood with this Spanish nonfiction reader! Includes a fiction story related to the topic discussion questions an extension activity and other exciting features.

Students will discover the people sights sounds and smells that make a neighborhood with this nonfiction reader! Includes a fiction story related to the topic discussion questions an extension activity and other exciting features.

Discover the story behind the great state of Colorado! This book explores Colorado's rich history, from the time of early American Indians to the Colorado Gold Rush to today. Includes vibrant images, engaging text, and a meaningful extension activity.

American Indian tradition is an important part of American culture! In this nonfiction book students will learn about American Indian changemakers and their interactions with government. Includes a related fiction piece glossary and other key features.

Every dollar has a story to tell! This nonfiction reader follows a dollar through the economy while explaining key economic concepts and terms. Includes a related fiction story glossary extension activity and other exciting features.

Living things depend on one another. Insects, water, and wind help plants grow new plants. Learn about pollination with this science reader that features easy-to-read text and introduces students to important scientific concepts and topics. Nonfiction text features include a glossary, index, and detailed images to facilitate close reading and help students connect back to the text. Aligned to state and national standards, the book also includes a fun and engaging science experiment to develop critical thinking and help students practice what they have learned.

Have you ever noticed that children look like their parents? This is because they have shared traits. With easy-to-read text and detailed images, this science reader introduces students to the concept of inherited traits. Aligned to state and national standards, the book contains nonfiction text features like an index, a glossary, captions, bold font, and detailed images to keep students connected to the text. A hands-on science experiment helps students apply what they have learned and develops critical thinking skills.

Learn about technologies that humans have developed by studying butterflies! This book features a hands-on STEAM challenge and uses real-world examples to give insight into how the engineering design process is used to solve problems.

Learn the history of shadow puppets and the technology behind them with this STEAM reader that features a STEAM challenge. Students will gain insight into how the engineering design process is used to solve problems through real-world examples.

Finesse your sandcastle-building skills with this fun title that examines the properties of sand and factors that influence sandcastle construction such as moisture and sunlight. This STEAM reader for 1st grade features a hands-on STEAM challenge.

Read about the scientists who are closely studying cephalopods to learn how to mimic their amazing "e;changeability."e; Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this high-interest STEAM reader builds literacy skills and features a hands-on STEAM challenge.

Learn how modern technology allows navigation to be more precise than ever. This Smithsonian STEAM reader features a hands-on STEAM challenge and uses real-world examples to give insight into how the engineering design process is used to solve problems.

Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, learn about the science behind mummification with this book that features a hands-on STEAM challenge and uses real-world examples to give insight into how the engineering design process is used to solve problems.

Pop culture is filled with memorable lines from movies, TV, books, and music. Explore the history and popularity of famous lines with this informational text that builds critical literacy skills as students are engaged in reading high-interest content.

Learn how the National Park Service (NPS) has been guiding and enhancing visitors' experiences for more than 100 years! Created in collaboration with Smithsonian, this STEAM reader builds literacy skills and features a challenging hands-on STEAM challenge

This exciting fiction reader explores what it's like to be part of a theater production. Jonah has landed a role in his community theater's production of Oliver, but will his behind-the scenes shenanigans cost him his first big role?

This fantasy fiction reader will appeal to students who love stories involving time travel, magic, and libraries! In this imaginative story, a librarian sends Rosie back in time to teach her a lesson about appreciating what she has.

Readers will be captivated by this new spin on a traditional tale that features vibrant illustrations, short chapter format, and compelling text.

Readers will be enchanted by this imaginative retelling of the classic fairy tale, Beauty and The Beast. This hi-lo fiction reader features diverse characters, a historical setting, vibrant illustrations, and compelling text.

Readers will be enchanted by this fiction reader that puts a modern spin on the classic fairy tale, Cinderella. After attending the Prince's ball, a leftover glass slipper holds the key to making Ella's dreams come true.

Learn about the organic food revolution taking place! With a hands-on STEAM activity and career connections, this Smithsonian nonfiction reader uses real-world examples to teach how the engineering design process is used to solve problems.

It's "e;time"e; to learn how different cultures have kept calendars for thousands of years! With a hands-on STEAM activity and career connections, this book uses real-world examples to teach how the engineering design process is used to solve problems.

From dryer lint to plastic found in the ocean, learn how artists are using found objects to make beautiful art. This STEAM reader features a hands-on STEAM challenge and uses real-world examples to teach problem solving.

Science is not all about the facts. It's about the evidence! Learn about authentic evidence and scientific inquiry in this NGSS-aligned book that will engage fifth grade readers as they develop scientific practices and content-area literacy.