适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 Nicholas Winton was a remarkable and humble man. He saved the lives of hundreds of children threatened under the shadow of Hitler's growing power at the onset of World War II. Escape from the Holocaust provides a detailed account of Winton's heroic actions and the many lives he saved. The book can also be used to teach students how to determine an author's purp
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 The Empire State Building has been a hallmark of the New York City skyline since its completion in 1931. This book will fascinate students with information about the building's construction and history. 自 1931 年建成以来,帝国大厦一直是纽约市天际线的标志。这本书将使学生着迷于有关该建筑的建造和历史的信息。 RAZ旨在帮助孩子找到适合孩子水平的级别,通过在同一级别下的大量阅读逐步提高孩子的阅读能力。 RAZ按难度分为27个级别,AA—C这4个级别对应幼儿园阶段;
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 Gustave Eiffel's iconic tower has overlooked Paris since the 1880s when it was opened to the public during the World's Fair. This interesting text explains how the structure was designed and built as well as what visitors can see today. 古斯塔夫·埃菲尔 (Gustave Eiffel) 的标志性塔楼自 1880 年代在世界博览会期间向公众开放以来一直俯瞰着巴黎。 这段有趣的文字解释了该结构的设计和建造方式,以及游客今天可以看到的内容。 RAZ旨在
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 World War II was the biggest war in modern history. It was a battle fought by countries that made two powerful groups. The Allied nations consisted of the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, the Soviet Union, and many others. The Axis powers consisted of Germany, Italy, and Japan. The Allied nations fought to stop the Axis powers from controlling Europe
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 Fans of pop culture love the colorful and crowded worlds discovered at comic conventions. Comic Cons provides students with a detailed look into these gatherings of comic enthusiasts. The book can also be used to teach students how to distinguish between fact and opinion and use plural nouns. The book and lesson are also available for levels X and Z2. 流行文
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 Built by the Maya people over two thousand years so, Chichén Itzá is one of the most visited ruins in Mexico. Students will enjoy reading about how and why these structures were built as well as learning about the fascinating culture of the Maya people. 奇琴伊察由玛雅人建造了两千多年,是墨西哥访问量最大的遗址之一。 学生将喜欢阅读有关这些结构的建造方式和原因,以及了解玛雅人迷人的文化。 RAZ旨在帮助孩子找到适合孩子水平的级别,通
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 By Hook or by Crook tells the story of Ruth and Charlie, two American children living through the Great Depression. After their father leaves and their mother passes away, Ruth and Charlie need to find a way from Missouri to their grandparents in California. With its engaging characters and taut storytelling, By Hook or by Crook teaches students important lesso
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 What happened after the thirteen colonies declared independence from Great Britain? Building a Nation is an informational book that is a continuation of Seeds of Revolution and Battling for Independence. The book can also be used to teach students how to analyze problem and solution and the proper use of compound adjectives. The book and lesson are also availab
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 Nature is filled with an amazing array of living things, each with unique designs and behaviors that help it adapt and survive. Humans have much to learn from nature, and the new science of biomimicry helps us copy and apply lessons from nature in our own lives. Biomimicry allows students to investigate a variety of examples of biomimicry from Velcro to antiref
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 Home to British royalty for hundreds of years, and now home to the British government, Westminster Palace has quite a history. Big Ben, the bell that chimes from the Elizabeth Tower every fifteen minutes, is part of one of the of the most recognizable sights in the world. Students will enjoy learning about Westminster's incredible history. 数百年来,英国皇室的住所,现在
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 Derived from the classic tale, Beowulf is the story of a mighty warrior and king. Through his super-human strength and noble qualities, Beowulf is able to slay monsters and dragons that no other man can defeat. Detailed illustrations support a rich and engaging text. The book can also be used to teach students how to analyze characters and to identify irregular
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 What is the truth behind Bigfoot sightings and the Bermuda Triangle disappearances? Does anybody really know? These mysteries, among others, are described in the book Believe It or Not? The book can also be used to teach students how to analyze main idea and details and the proper use of adverbs. The book and lesson are also available for levels Y and Z2.
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 How did colonists establish the United States of America? Battling for Independence, which picks up where Seeds of Revolution left off, provides students with an informative look at how the battles of the Revolutionary War led to the creation of the United States of America. The book can also be used to teach students how to make inferences and draw conclusions
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 People have been eating foods grown from genetically engineered seed for only the past two decades. While hundreds of published reports have explored the benefits and risks of GMO foods, many people strongly believe GMOs are unsafe for human consumption. Are GMOs Safe? provides students with a detailed look at the pros and cons of genetically modified foods i
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 Although humans have existed for nearly two hundred thousand years, they did not form civilizations until relatively recently. One of the most fascinating and earliest examples of a civilization is that of ancient Mesopotamia. Ancient Mesopotamia offers a detailed look at the history and influence of this fertile part of the world. The book can also be used to
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 Among the many athletes throughout American history, there are several record-setting superstars who revolutionized their sports. American Sports Legends highlights four athletes of tremendous character who left behind inspiring legacies. Overcoming obstacles such as discrimination, physical limitations, and sexism, these legends proved that, with passion and
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 Tensions are rising as the human race is divided among those who support the Alien Collective and those who oppose its presence. After being held captive by the Collective, Charlotte finds herself in the unique position of beginning to understand the bigger picture from the perspective of both the Resistance and the Collective. Will Charlotte be able to end t
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 When we last met Charlotte, she was part of the Resistance, a group of rebels formed to fight Earth's alien invasion. In Alien Collective II: The Link, Charlotte begins to learn more about the reasons behind the alien invasion as she is given access to the alien Collective Link. And as she learns more, she has to come to terms with the situation and decide wh
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 Strange things are happening on Earth after aliens take over, claiming they have come to aid the humans in saving the planet. While governments across the globe cooperate with the aliens, other groups have formed a Resistance to fight the alien occupation. What is the intention of the aliens? Have they truly come to do no harm? Alien Collective I: Resistance
适合年龄 12岁左右 绘本简介 Ali Baba's quaint life as a woodcutter will never be the same after he discovers a secret stash of treasure hidden away by a band of robbers. Although he and his wife attempt to keep the treasure a secret, Ali's brother learns of the riches, and soon great troubles unfold. Ali Baba is an Arabian folktale that provides students with opportunities to analyze ch