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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Erik is homeless Erik is homeless Keith Elliot Greenberg A photographic essay about a nine-year-old boy who is homeless in New York City. OL14919450W
We Are All Born Free We Are All Born Free Amnesty International The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was signed on 10th December 1948. It was compiled after World War Two to declare and protect the rights of all people from all countries. This beautiful coll… OL16513051W
I am a good neighbor I am a good neighbor Maria Nelson Good neighbors are considerate and respectful. They offer help when it s needed. Readers will find examples of these traits and more, written in a relatable style with achievable language. Whether it… OL17941106W
Peace warriors Peace warriors Andrea Davis Pinkney Profiles six men and women who have embraced peaceful solutions to violent conflicts. Includes a timeline and glossary. This book features six men and women who have worked passionately to pioneer p… OL19971473W
Feminism Feminism Nadia Higgins While most people say they believe in equal rights, the word feminism America's new F-word makes people uncomfortable. Explore the history of US feminism through pioneers such as Elizabeth Cady Sta… OL20026908W
Cultures of the world Cultures of the world Odile Breaud Describes the surroundings, daily life, traditions, and customs of people living all around the world. OL20147302W
What's my role? What's my role? Colleen Hord Young readers will explore responsibilities at home, school, and in the community. OL20896847W
Why Do We Behave Like That? Why Do We Behave Like That? Dru Hunter "A narration of the origins, advancements, and future of the social sciences, including anthropology and psychology, and the ways in which scientists utilize the scientific method to explore question… OL21284614W
Summer study Summer study Flash Kids Editors It's important for kids to relax during the summer. But it's just as crucial that they don't forget key skills during the break. How can parents make time for fun and also set the stage for future su… OL28964104W
I can't wait I can't wait Elizabeth Crary A little boy considers eight things to do while he waits to take his turn. Presents questions about behavior and feelings for an adult to ask the child as each alternative in the story is considered. OL3271523W
I want it I want it Elizabeth Crary A little girl considers seven ways to get a toy from her playmate. Includes questions about feelings and making choices as each alternative in the story is considered. OL3271525W
Way of Our People Way of Our People Arnold A. Griese In 1838 in the village of Anvik a young Indian boy, unable to overcome his fear of hunting alone, tries to find other ways of helping his tribe. OL3536850W
Things we do Things we do Ryan, Frank L. An elementary textbook exploring differences between individuals, dealing with emotions, and ways of getting along with each other. OL6565630W
The world around us The world around us Everett T. Keach An elementary textbook exploring people's relationship to one another and to their environment. OL7010171W
Terrifying, bone-chilling rituals and sacrifices Terrifying, bone-chilling rituals and sacrifices Kelly Regan Barnhill "Describes a variety of rituals practiced by different cultures in the past"--Provided by publisher. OL9788766W