Musical Instruments of the World, Grades 5 - 8
Musical Instruments of the World, Grades 5 - 8

Author: Ammons

Publisher: Mark Twain Media

Published: 2003-07-30

Total Pages: 83

ISBN-13: 1580378609

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Take a musical tour with students in grades 5 and up using Musical Instruments of the World! This 80-page text explains the history and evolution of musical instruments. It also includes information on the development of music on each continent; percussion, brass, string, and wind instruments; and a discussion on symphonies, chamber orchestras, and other ensembles. The book presents information through fun activities and interesting facts for maximum learning reinforcement. It covers music terminology extensively and includes a glossary and answer keys.

American Popular Music, Grades 5 - 8
American Popular Music, Grades 5 - 8

Author: Ammons

Publisher: Mark Twain Media

Published: 2010-08-06

Total Pages: 99

ISBN-13: 1580379834

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Make music come alive for students in grades 5 and up with American Popular Music! This 96-page book explores how the roots of American music began and developed. From European musical traditions in the seventeenth century to African American music today, this book uncovers a foundation and appreciation of America’s music. It features genres such as ragtime, blues, Dixieland, swing, big band, musical theater, folk, country western, rock and roll, disco, funk, punk, rap, alternative, and contemporary Christian.

We the People, Grades 5 - 8
We the People, Grades 5 - 8

Author: Campagna

Publisher: Mark Twain Media

Published: 2008-09-03

Total Pages: 99

ISBN-13: 1580377947

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Bring history to life for students in grades 5 and up with We the People! Students love learning about the U.S. government from this engaging classroom supplemental text. Lessons in this 96-page book cover all three branches and levels of the government, a response to the tragic events of September 11, 2001, and a contact list of government agencies and organizations. Lesson topics also include the Liberty Bell, elections, the American flag, money, public opinion, and the Constitution. The book includes Web resources, a bibliography, various activities, and an answer key.

Science Experiments, Grades 5 - 8
Science Experiments, Grades 5 - 8

Author: Williams

Publisher: Mark Twain Media

Published: 2015-01-01

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 1483822753

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With this comprehensive classroom supplement, students learn to focus on the scientific method and developing hypotheses. Topics covered include geology, oceanography, meteorology, astronomy, investigations into water salinity, radiation, planets, and more! A variety of experiment models are also included for further concept reinforcement. Mark Twain Media Publishing Company specializes in providing captivating, supplemental books and decorative resources to complement middle- and upper-grade classrooms. Designed by leading educators, the product line covers a range of subjects including mathematics, sciences, language arts, social studies, history, government, fine arts, and character. Mark Twain Media also provides innovative classroom solutions for bulletin boards and interactive whiteboards. Since 1977, Mark Twain Media has remained a reliable source for a wide variety of engaging classroom resources.

Music: 450 A.D. to 1995 A.D., Grades 5 - 8
Music: 450 A.D. to 1995 A.D., Grades 5 - 8

Author: Ammons

Publisher: Mark Twain Media

Published: 2010-08-06

Total Pages: 83

ISBN-13: 1580379761

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Bring history to life for students in grades 5 and up using Music 450 A.D. to 1995 A.D. This 80-page book allows students to explore the worldwide development of music from the Middle Ages to modern day! The book covers topics such as troubadours, the Renaissance, the Baroque period, Bach, Handel, Mozart, Beethoven, 20th-century jazz, and rock and roll. The book presents and reinforces information through fun reading passages and a variety of reproducible activities. It also includes a time line, biographical sketches, and a complete answer key.

Hands-On History Projects Resource Book, Grades 5 - 8
Hands-On History Projects Resource Book, Grades 5 - 8

Author: Joyce Stulgis Blalok

Publisher: Carson-Dellosa Publishing

Published: 2020-01-02

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 1622238346

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GRADES 5–8: This 64-page social studies workbook allows students to build their knowledge of important concepts by using hands-on presentations and activities to better understand the integration of history and language arts. INCLUDES: Lessons that highlight specific concepts in language arts and geography, each lesson gives students guidelines and step-by-step instructions. Projects cover topics from ancient civilizations and the Middle Ages to the Civil War, the Renaissance, and much more. BENEFITS: To help students strengthen their research skills by using print and online sources, this resource book allows students to plan, research, and implement hands-on projects for which they will then demonstrate their knowledge by producing written, graphic, or oral presentations. WHY MARK TWAIN MEDIA: Mark Twain Media Publishing Company specializes in providing captivating, supplemental books and decorative resources to complement middle- and upper-grade classrooms. Designed by leading educators, the product line covers a range of subjects including mathematics, sciences, language arts, social studies, history, government, fine arts, and character.

Science Vocabulary Building, Grades 5 - 8
Science Vocabulary Building, Grades 5 - 8

Author: Schyrlet Cameron

Publisher: Mark Twain Media

Published: 2008-12-19

Total Pages: 83

ISBN-13: 1580374913

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Connect students in grades 5Ð8 with science using Science Vocabulary Building. This 80-page book reinforces commonly used science words, builds science vocabulary, and increases students' readability levels. This comprehensive classroom supplement includes alphabetized word lists that provide pronunciations, syllabications, definitions, and context sentences for high-utility science words. Activities allow for differentiated instruction and can be used as warm-ups, homework assignments, and extra practice. The book supports National Science Education Standards.

Lessons in Writing, Grades 5 - 8
Lessons in Writing, Grades 5 - 8

Author: Myers

Publisher: Mark Twain Media

Published: 2008-09-02

Total Pages: 83

ISBN-13: 1580377610

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Write on! Write with students in grades 5 and up using Lessons in Writing. This 80-page book can be taught in any order to meet student or curricular needs. The activities in this book cover similes, metaphors, alliteration, rhyme, personification, irony, paradox, acronyms, and onomatopoeia. The book supports NCTE standards and is based on the idea that prewriting, incubation, production, and revision are important parts of the writing process. The persuasive essay section helps students practice for standardized tests.

Amazing Facts About Mammals, Grades 5 - 8
Amazing Facts About Mammals, Grades 5 - 8

Author: Blattner

Publisher: Mark Twain Media

Published: 2008-09-02

Total Pages: 131

ISBN-13: 1580377440

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Connect students in grades 4 and up with science using Amazing Facts about Animals. This 128-page book features creatures from North and South America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the ocean, and the farm. The book includes puzzles, logic problems, myth busters, and scientific mysteries to pique student interest. It also includes reproducibles and answer keys.

Music of Many Cultures, Grades 5 - 8
Music of Many Cultures, Grades 5 - 8

Author: Mathieson

Publisher: Mark Twain Media

Published: 1996-07-26

Total Pages: 83

ISBN-13: 1580378919

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Take students in grades 5 and up on a field trip without leaving the classroom using Music of Many Cultures! In this 80-page book, students explore the musical traditions of Southeast Asia, Latin America, India, ancient Persia, and Africa. The book covers topics such as the bells of Bali, the dances of Latin America, Holi in Allahabad, Bengali poetry duels, and Jongo drums. The book presents and reinforces information through captivating reading passages and a variety of fun, reproducible activities. It also includes a complete glossary, index, and answer key.