Boardbook

History

The Civil War Begins

This volume details the crucial early battles of the Civil War in 1861-62, including the firing on Fort Sumter, the Confederate victory at First Manassas (Bull Run), "Stonewall" Jackson's… More →

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Concepts

The clothes I wear

What clothes do we wear when it is summer or winter or when it is time for bed? Appealing photos with simple labels help children learn why we wear different clothes for different seasons or… More →

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History

The Cold War and the Cuban Missile Crisis

Through a lens of primary sources, this intriguing title looks at the pivotal crisis from the Cold War during which the Soviet Union set up nuclear missiles in Cuba. Well-crafted text and… More →

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Social Studies

The Colonial Cook

Food preparation was a full-time job for colonial women, even those who were assisted by servants or slaves. This book sets the colonial cook in her kitchen, and depicts with beautiful… More →

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Civics · Social Studies

The Constitution

What is the U.S. Constitution? Why is it important? Young Americans will find the answers in this early civics book that will help them understand how their country works. Downloadable… More →

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Health · Social Studies

The COVID-19 Pandemic

When people boarded the Diamond Princess cruise ship in February 2020, they had no idea their luxury vacation would turn into a nightmare of quarantine, sickness, and death. Using real… More →

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Decodable Readers · Language Arts · Phonics

The Cruise

This Decodable Reader story is about Tony and Cleo decide to take a fancy cruise. Join them at sea as you practice reading words with "ui." A key feature of this book is The Dyslexie font… More →

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History

The Cuban Missile Crisis

Separated by only about 100 miles (160 km) of water, the United States felt threatened by Soviet-backed Cuba in the 1960s. It was like having the Soviet Union in their back yard. This book… More →

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The Dad Surprise

Luna's dad is having a birthday, and Luna has a lot of surprises planned to help him celebrate, including a pancake breakfast, a trip to the pet store, a treasure hunt, and a princess tea… More →

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Decodable Readers · Language Arts · Phonics

The Dark

This Decodable Reader story is about Lark who loves when it gets dark. Can he convince his friend to love it, too? Practice reading words with "ar" as you learn about Lark's favorite… More →

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History

The Dark Ages and the Vikings

Three historic battles, from the arrival of the Vikings in early Britain to the Norman invasion, are told in graphic novel format: In 793, the sacking of Lindisfarne is the first Viking raid… More →

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