"The reader of Ray Hanley's new book on Hot Springs will find it both entertaining and informative. Mr. Hanley is to be commended on the accuracy of his research and his writing."---Orval Allbritton, Garland County Historical Society A Place Apart tells the history of Hot Springs, Arkansas, through words and pictures. Throughout that history, the thermal waters bubbling from the Ouachita Mountains ringing the city are a backdrop to the stories of pioneers, wealthy barons, scoundrels, gamblers, colorful politicians, and, of course, the hundreds of thousands of people who come to the spa city for the pleasures and health benefits of the baths. For all those interested in the history of Hot Springs, A Place Apart is a delightful, and essential, resource.
Situated in a lush, spring-fed valley, the town of Silver Springs in Northwest Arkansas was once home to a small community of people who farmed, enjoyed the riches of rural life, and gathered at the local auditorium, gristmill, or tavern. Their world was forever changed in 1900 with the arrival of William Hope "Coin" Harvey. A fervent supporter of the "free silver" movement in the 1890s, Harvey had become disgruntled with the American financial system. Retreating to the pastoral valley, Harvey purchased 320 acres, renamed the community Monte Ne, and began to build a grand resort. It attracted visitors from across the country with its fertile landscape, large hotels, and private rail line. By the 1920s, Harvey had turned his attention to building a large "time capsule" pyramid, of which only the foyer, or amphitheater, was completed.
Exploring Arkansas through Project-Based Leaning includes 50 well-thought-out projects designed for grades 3-5. In assigning your students projects that dig into ArkansasÕs geography, history, government, economy, current events, and famous people, you will deepen their appreciation and understanding of Arkansas while simultaneously improving their analytical skills and ability to recognize patterns and big-picture themes. Project-based learning today is much different than the craft-heavy classroom activities popular in the past. Inquiry, planning, research, collaboration, and analysis are key components of project-based learning activities today. However, that doesnÕt mean creativity, individual expression, and fun are out. They definitely arenÕt! Each project is designed to help students gain important knowledge and skills that are derived from standards and key concepts at the heart of academic subject areas. Students are asked to analyze and solve problems, to gather and interpret data, to develop and evaluate solutions, to support their answers with evidence, to think critically in a sustained way, and to use their newfound knowledge to formulate new questions worthy of exploring. While some projects are more complex and take longer than others, they all are set up in the same structure. Each begins with the central project-driving questions, proceeds through research and supportive questions, has the student choose a presentation option, and ends with a broader-view inquiry. Rubrics for reflection and assessments are included, too. This consistent framework will make it easier for you assign projects and for your students to follow along and consistently meet expectations. Encourage your students to take charge of their projects as much as possible. As a teacher, you can act as a facilitator and guide. The projects are structured such that students can often work through the process on their own or through cooperation with their classmates. The 12 Photos/Pictures for Arkansas includes: ¥ ALBERT PIKE, Military Officer, Writer, and Lawyer ¥ BASS REEVES, Deputy U.S. Marshal ¥ JOHN HANKS ALEXANDER, Second African American to Graduate from West Point ¥ HATTIE CARAWAY, First Woman Elected to the U.S. Senate ¥ DOUGLAS MACARTHUR, Five-Star General in the U.S. Army ¥ SONORA LOUISE SMART DODD, Creator of FatherÕs Day ¥ J. WILLIAM FULBRIGHT, U.S. Senator ¥ DAISY LEE GATSON BATES, Civil Rights Activist and Newspaper Publisher ¥ SAM WALTON, Businessman and Entrepreneur ¥ MAYA ANGELOU, Author, Poet, and Civil Rights Activist ¥ JOHNNY CASH, Musician, Singer, and Songwriter ¥ BILL CLINTON, 42nd President of the United States
Make social studies more accessible to students with Exploring Social Studies: Arkansas Student Handbook Ebook. This student-friendly handbook builds content-area literacy in the four strands of social studies: history, geography, civics, and economics. It includes pertinent information about Arkansas for third grade students, including historical figures and events that have shaped Arkansas s rich history. The fun activities include practice in reading, writing, mathematics, and art, and can be easily assigned for independent work. This handbook can be used in conjunction with social studies textbooks or to supplement the language arts block, and is organized by the four social studies strands to allow for teacher flexibility in deciding which activities to assign. Aligned to the NCSS standards, each page clearly identifies the purpose of every activity and the specific Arkansas social studies standard that the activity meets. The activities include nonfiction texts with questions, fiction texts with activities, puzzles, math pages, primary sources, critical-thinking activities, creative-thinking activities, and more.
Make social studies more accessible to students with Exploring Social Studies: Arkansas Student Handbook. This student-friendly handbook builds content-area literacy in the four strands of social studies: history, geography, civics, and economics. It includes pertinent information about Arkansas for first grade students, including historical figures and events that have shaped Arkansas s rich history. The fun activities include practice in reading, writing, mathematics, and art, and can be easily assigned for independent work. This handbook can be used in conjunction with social studies textbooks or to supplement the language arts block, and is organized by the four social studies strands to allow for teacher flexibility in deciding which activities to assign. Aligned to the NCSS standards, each page clearly identifies the purpose of every activity and the specific Arkansas social studies standard that the activity meets. The activities include nonfiction texts with questions, fiction texts with activities, puzzles, math pages, primary sources, critical-thinking activities, creative-thinking activities, and more.
Make social studies more accessible to students with Exploring Social Studies: Arkansas Student Handbook Ebook. This student-friendly handbook builds content-area literacy in the four strands of social studies: history, geography, civics, and economics. It includes pertinent information about Arkansas for first grade students, including historical figures and events that have shaped Arkansas s rich history. The fun activities include practice in reading, writing, mathematics, and art, and can be easily assigned for independent work. This handbook can be used in conjunction with social studies textbooks or to supplement the language arts block, and is organized by the four social studies strands to allow for teacher flexibility in deciding which activities to assign. Aligned to the NCSS standards, each page clearly identifies the purpose of every activity and the specific Arkansas social studies standard that the activity meets. The activities include nonfiction texts with questions, fiction texts with activities, puzzles, math pages, primary sources, critical-thinking activities, creative-thinking activities, and more.
“This page-turning true-life adventure is filled with rich and riveting details and a timeless understanding of the things that matter most.”—Dashka Slater, author of The 57 Bus “Brilliantly told in verse, readers will love Ken Sparks.” —Patricia Reilly Giff, two-time Newbery Honor winner “Lyrical, terrifying, and even at times funny. A richly detailed account of a little-known event in World War II.” —Kirkus Reviews “Middle grade Titanic fans, here’s your next read.” —BCCB “An edge-of-your seat survival tale.” —School Library Journal (starred review) A Junior Library Guild Selection The 2019 Golden Kite Middle Grade Fiction Award Winner A 2019 ALSC Notable Children’s Book The 2019–2020 Lectio Book Award Winner The 2020–2021 Florida Sunshine State Young Readers Award List The 2020 Oklahoma Library Association’s Children’s Sequoyah Book Award Winner The Connecticut Book Award Winner In the tradition of The War That Saved My Life and Stella By Starlight, this poignant novel in verse based on true events tells the story of a boy’s harrowing experience on a lifeboat after surviving a torpedo attack during World War II. With Nazis bombing London every night, it’s time for thirteen-year-old Ken to escape. He suspects his stepmother is glad to see him go, but his dad says he’s one of the lucky ones—one of ninety boys and girls to ship out aboard the SS City of Benares to safety in Canada. Life aboard the luxury ship is grand—nine-course meals, new friends, and a life far from the bombs, rations, and his stepmum’s glare. And after five days at sea, the ship’s officers announce that they’re out of danger. They’re wrong. Late that night, an explosion hurls Ken from his bunk. They’ve been hit. Torpedoed! The Benares is sinking fast. Terrified, Ken scrambles aboard Lifeboat 12 with five other boys. Will they get away? Will they survive? Award-winning author Susan Hood brings this little-known World War II story to life in a riveting novel of courage, hope, and compassion. Based on true events and real people, Lifeboat 12 is about believing in one another, knowing that only by banding together will we have any chance to survive.
Make social studies more accessible to students with Exploring Social Studies: Arkansas Student Handbook. This student-friendly handbook builds content-area literacy in the four strands of social studies: history, geography, civics, and economics. It includes pertinent information about Arkansas for third grade students, including historical figures and events that have shaped Arkansas s rich history. The fun activities include practice in reading, writing, mathematics, and art, and can be easily assigned for independent work. This handbook can be used in conjunction with social studies textbooks or to supplement the language arts block, and is organized by the four social studies strands to allow for teacher flexibility in deciding which activities to assign. Aligned to the NCSS standards, each page clearly identifies the purpose of every activity and the specific Arkansas social studies standard that the activity meets. The activities include nonfiction texts with questions, fiction texts with activities, puzzles, math pages, primary sources, critical-thinking activities, creative-thinking activities, and more.
Identify Arkansas birds with this easy-to-use field guide, organized by color and featuring full-color photographs and helpful information. Make birdwatching in Arkansas even more enjoyable. With Stan Tekiela’s famous bird guides, field identification is simple and informative. There’s no need to look through dozens of photos of birds that don’t live in your area. The Birds of Arkansas Field Guide features 132 species of Arkansas birds organized by color for ease of use. Full-page photographs present the species as you’ll see them in nature, and a “compare” feature helps you to decide between look-alikes. Inside you’ll find: 132 species: Only Arkansas birds! Simple color guide: See a yellow bird? Go to the yellow section Stan’s Notes: Naturalist tidbits and facts Professional photos: Crisp, stunning images This second edition includes eight new species, updated photographs and range maps, expanded information, and even more of Stan’s expert insights. So grab the Birds of Arkansas Field Guide for your next birding adventure—to help ensure that you positively identify the birds that you see.
