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Laws That Changed History

The right to fair wages for work. The access to clean air and water. The ability for everyone to vote. The right to seek asylum. Readers will explore laws that we may take for granted, but whose existence hasn't always been assured, and may yet be challenged in the future. Unemployment law and occupational safety laws changed the workplace. The U.S. government has both protected our natural resources and whittled them away. Readers will learn how the right to vote was established, and how it continues to be challenged. These laws changed history, and they continue to do so every day.

Lazy Days of Summer

With poetry and prose, readers can experience the childhood games of yesteryear such as Kick the Can, Monkey in the Middle, and Double Dutch jump rope.

Le camp du lac Maudit (Camp Creepy Lake)  

Le patrimoine des Noirs au Canada (Vrai nord)  

Les Canadiennes et Canadiens noirs ont grandement influencé l’Histoire canadienne et continuent de la faire de nos jours. La série Le patrimoine des Noirs au Canada explore les défis que ces Canadiennes et les Canadiens noirs ont surmontés, tout en mettant en valeur leurs contributions et leurs réussites dans le domaine des arts, du divertissement, des sports, de la politique et durant les Guerres mondiales. Cette série fera découvrir aux élèves comment les actions du passé ont façonné le présent que l’on connait.

Leaders Are Readers

The Leaders are Readers series is designed to inspire early readers to discover joy in reading. These books support hands-on learning, feature relatable characters, and foster leadership development.

Leaders in My Community (Bearcub Books)

When I grow up, I want to lead! How will I do it? Community leaders are responsible for making sure everyone around them is safe and happy. They make their communities the best they can be. Follow along to learn what it takes to be in charge. Fun photos and lively text make social studies curriculum engaging while an inspiring message encourages every young reader to help their community.

Leaders of the Ancient World

This enthralling series examines the lives of some of the most powerfulÑand complicatedÑrulers in ancient history. These fascinating leaders of ancient Rome, Greece, and Egypt left their mark on world history by ruling over civilizations that helped influence Western culture for millennia to come. Each leaderÎs life is covered alongside the crucial cultural, technological, and political developments that arose during his or her reign. Eye-catching illustrations and engaging text brings history to the present and captivates readers to engross them in the riveting tales of some of antiquityÎs most notorious figures.

Leaders of the Scientific Revolution

Each title in this biographical series focuses on the life and achievements of a different key figure whose contributions to scientific thought are immeasurable in worth. The fascinating tales of these pioneersÎ lives form compelling narratives, further contextualized by details of the social environment in which they developed, tested, and spread their ideas. Readers will draw connections between important scientific principles and the brilliantÑand sometimes eccentricÑthinkers who influenced or developed them.

Leading Women

From law and journalism to music and acting, women leaders have used their success and careers to influence social and political change. This landmark series examines these contributions to society in relation to the leaderÎs historical and cultural context. Each book encourages readers to discover how the personal experiences of these women shaped their character as pioneers, and how they have paved the way for future leaders.

Leaf Can Be, A . . .

A leaf can be a...Shade spiller...Mouth filler...Tree topper...Rain stopper....Find out about the many roles leaves play in this poetic exploration of leaves throughout the year.