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Kindergarten
Exploring My Place in the World
Introduce young learners to geography, history, economics, and civics through engaging, inquiry-based instruction. With literacy scaffolding and teacher-led exploration, students begin building an understanding of their communities and the world around them.
1st Grade
Exploring My Communities
Build on foundational social studies concepts through engaging explorations of communities and places. Literacy scaffolding, language development, and inquiry-based learning encourage curiosity while helping students strengthen their understanding of the people and communities around them.
2nd grade
Exploring Near and Far
Expand students' understanding of geography, history, economics, and civics through engaging, inquiry-based learning. This spiral-bound edition incorporates multimodal strategies, literacy support, and opportunities for language development, helping students strengthen essential skills while exploring communities and the world around them.
4th Grade
Shaping a Nation: A History of the United States From 1450 to 1865
Explore early American history, from the nation's beginnings through the Civil War. Through engaging historical narratives, maps, illustrations, and primary sources, students develop historical thinking skills, strengthen critical thinking, and build an understanding of the people and events that shaped the United States.
5th Grade
Building a Promise: A History of the United States From 1865 to Present
Continue the journey through American history, from Reconstruction to the present. Through historical narratives, source analysis, and opportunities to explore continuity and change, students strengthen historical thinking skills while making meaningful connections between the past, present, and future.
6th Grade
Bridges and Boundaries: World Geography
Explore world geography through engaging lessons that connect people, places, and environments. With an emphasis on spatial thinking and global understanding, this program combines student and teacher resources to strengthen critical thinking and help students understand the relationship between humans and the world around them.
7th Grade
Beyond Borders: World History to 1500 CE
Journey through world history, from early human societies and ancient civilizations to the Age of Exploration. Through engaging narratives, maps, photographs, and diverse historical perspectives, students explore the development of civilizations while strengthening literacy, historical understanding, and critical thinking skills.
7th Grade
Beyond Borders: World History 1500 CE to Present
Explore world history from the Age of Exploration to the present, examining the people, places, and events that shaped our interconnected world. Through engaging historical narratives, maps, charts, photographs, and diverse perspectives, students develop historical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of global history.
7th Grade
Eras: World History to 500 CE
Explore the beginnings of human civilization, from early societies to the rise of ancient empires in India and China. Through engaging historical narratives, maps, illustrations, and diverse perspectives, students develop historical understanding and critical thinking skills. Multimodal instructional resources support a variety of learning needs.
7th Grade
Eras: World History From 300 CE to 1770 CE
Continue exploring world history from the rise of early empires through the Age of Exploration. With engaging historical narratives, maps, charts, photographs, and illustrations, students investigate civilizations across the world while developing historical understanding and critical thinking skills through diverse perspectives.
8th Grade
An American Odyssey: US History From First Peoples to Industrialization
Explore US history from the experiences of Indigenous peoples and early encounters among cultures through the Civil War, Reconstruction, and industrialization. With engaging primary sources, maps, and illustrations, students build historical understanding while developing literacy, inquiry, and critical thinking skills.
Diversity Studies
La Gente: Themes in Latino Studies
Explore Latino histories, cultures, and experiences through themes of migration, identity, expression, resistance, and community. Using stories, historical figures, and diverse perspectives, students examine the contributions of Latino communities while connecting historical events to contemporary issues.
Diversity Studies
Voices: An Ethnic Studies Survey
Explore the histories, experiences, and contributions of Indigenous, Black, Latino, Pacific Islander, and Asian American communities. Through diverse perspectives and engaging content, students examine how race, ethnicity, identity, and culture have shaped U.S. history and continue to influence society today.
Diversity Studies
Movement: Themes in Black and African American Studies
Explore Black and African American history through the lenses of migration, economics, inequality, leadership, and culture. Featuring research and contributions from Black scholars, this second edition provides scaffolded learning opportunities that help students analyze historical experiences, recognize significant contributions, and develop critical thinking skills.
