Category Archives: nonfiction

Ulysses S. Grant

Posted on November 26, 2010 by openwidearchive

Ulysses S. Grant The following resources are relevant when teaching about Ulysses S. Grant and his contributions to the United States of America (VA SOL United States History to 1865 USI.9 d).  He was a war hero during the Civil … Continue reading →

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Teaching Economics Through Children’s Literature: Pennies for Elephants

Posted on May 14, 2010 by openwidearchive

  Pennies for Elephants written and illustrated by Lita Judge is a wonderful tale based on a true story of how the children of Boston came together to save three very special circus elephants.  A brother and sister duo unite … Continue reading →

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Teaching Earth Science with Children’s Literature: Earthquakes

Posted on April 5, 2010 by openwidearchive

“The earth beneath our feet usually feels solid and firm. Yet a million times each year-an average of once every thirty seconds-somewhere around the world the ground shakes and sways. We call this an earthquake.” Earthquakes written by Seymour Simon is … Continue reading →

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Teaching Ancient Civilizations With Children’s Literature: 500 Things You Should Know About History

Posted on April 4, 2010 by openwidearchive

Introduction and Summary: This book is a great resource for students who need help with learning specific concepts about Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, and Ancient Egypt, whether it is out of curiosity or for a paper or project.  The book … Continue reading →

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Teaching Ancient Civilizations with Children’s Literature: Ancient Rome: A Guide to the Glory of Imperial Rome

Posted on March 31, 2010 by openwidearchive

  Introduction and Summary: Ancient Rome: A Guide to the Glory of Imperial Rome  written by Jonathan Stroud and illustrated by Inklink Firenze and Kevin Maddison is a fascinating book about what life was like in ancient Rome written in … Continue reading →

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Teaching Life Science with Children’s Literature: S is for Save the Planet

Posted on March 31, 2010 by openwidearchive

S is for Save the Planet, written by Brad Herzog and illustrated by Linda Holt Ayriss, is a How-to-be Green Alphabet that sparks students’ enthusiasm for saving our environment. Published in 2009, S is for Save the Planet includes up-to-date information on the … Continue reading →

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Teaching Life Science with Children’s Literature: The Bug Scientists

Posted on March 30, 2010 by openwidearchive

Summary The Bug Scientists, written by Donna M. Jackson, takes a different approach by teaching students about insects but also about the men and women who study them in different ways. The book introduces us to insects and their attributes … Continue reading →

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Teaching Life Science with Children’s Literature: Butterflies and Moths

Posted on March 30, 2010 by openwidearchive

Butterflies and Moths, written by Nic Bishop. This book provides basic information about moths and butterflies.  The book goes on to discuss facts about the insects appearance and habits. For example Moths have fatter bodies, covered with furry hairs. One can tell … Continue reading →

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Teaching Civics with Children’s Literature: I Pledge Allegiance

Posted on March 29, 2010 by openwidearchive

  Introduction and Summary I Pledge Allegiance by June Swanson with illustrations by Rick Hanson is a fantastic book that teaches the history of the Pledge of Allegiance since it was written by Francis Bellamy in 1892.  School children actually … Continue reading →

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Teaching Life Science with Children’s Literature: Winter’s Tail: How One Little Dolphin Learned to Swim Again

Posted on March 28, 2010 by openwidearchive

Winter's Tail: How One Dolphin Learned to Swim Again, told by Juliana Hatkoff, Isabella Hatkoff, and Craig Hatkoff, is a heartwarming book that chronicles the amazing true story of Winter, a three-month old Atlantic bottle-nosed dolphin who lost her tail … Continue reading →

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