Boardbook

Careers · Civics

The Job of a Civic Leader

Learn about the important jobs of civic leader and the government workers. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available. More →

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Biographies · High Interest

The Jonas Brothers

The Jonas Brothers - Kevin, Joe, and Nick - have brought boy bands back in style. The pop-rock group has sold more than eight million albums worldwide and toured the globe, playing sold-out… More →

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Civics · Social Studies

The Judicial Branch

Who decides if laws are fair? What does the Supreme Court do? Young Americans will find the answers in this early civics book that will help them understand how their country works.… More →

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Geography · Social Studies

The Kalahari Desert

This colorful book describes the geological makeup and history of the Kalahari Desert in Africa. Covering most of Botswana, as well as portions of Namibia and South Africa, the Kalahari is… More →

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History · Social Studies

The Kitchen

In the old days the kitchen was the center of family activity. Here the settlers ate their meals, played games, and told stories with only the fireplace and a few candles for warmth and… More →

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History · Social Studies

The Kitchen (revised edition)

This newly revised edition describes how the kitchen was the center of family activity in the old days. Here families ate their meals, played games, and told stories with only the fireplace… More →

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History

The Korean War

After World War II ended, control of Korea was divided between the United States, who occupied the southern part, and the Soviet Union, who occupied the north. Tensions between the two new… More →

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The Land of Jacmel

Luca, his dog Lucky, and his cousin Meicca explore the wonders of the enchanted Land of Jacmel. They find glowing butterflies, friendly animals, and even a mermaid! But they dare not go near… More →

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Decodable Readers · Language Arts · Phonics

The Launch

This Decodable Reader story is about a spaceship taking off today! Practice reading words with "au" as you join Autumn and August on their trip to the launchpad. A key feature of this book… More →

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History

The Legacy of the War of 1812

Fought during a period of nation-building in North America, the War of 1812 helped cement America's sovereignty as a nation and Canada's sense of national pride at having successfuly repelled More →

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History

The Legacy of World War II

This thoughtful book describes the course of events that followed the end of World War II, and the war's long-term legacy. Readers will learn about war crimes trials in Japan and Germany.… More →

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Civics · Social Studies

The Legislative Branch

What is Congress? What does it do? Young Americans will find the answers in this early civics book that will help them understand how their country works. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available. More →

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