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Great Lakes Rhythm & Rhyme
A New Poetry Collection by Denise Rodgers
Illustrated by Julie Martin
With over fifty poems and charming illustrations, this new collection proves that "the Great Lakes are great lakes for rhythm and rhyme"- and that poetry can be an invaluable tool for the classroom. In the CD edition, six poems are set to music the kids will love.
Order #682-80-6. . . . . . . . . .$9.95
Book & CD #682-81-4. . . . . .$14.95
"Denise Rodgers has done a wonderfully clever and entertaining job of converting Great Lakes info...to rhythm and rhyme."
- Great Lakes Historical Society Publication
Exploring the Great Lakes: A Logbook of Adventures
by Patricia Westfield & Nan Soper

The Great Lakes are just that - great! A great natural resource for our nation and a great teaching resource for the classroom. And Exploring the Great Lakes: A Logbook of Adventures is the perfect guide for learning about or teaching the Great Lakes. This new product from River Road Publications includes:

- Over 56 pages of information, activities, and reproducible worksheets on the Great Lakes-including geography, history, shipping and commerce, folklore, and environmental issues.
- A fold-out outline map of the lakes and mapping activities.
- A CD-ROM with video selections of Niagra Falls, locks and canals, ships, lighthouses, and much more.

Exploring the Great Lakes leads young learners through the five themes of geography in a lively and relevant way, helping them link their new knowledge to thier personal lives, as well as helping them understand the lakes' importance in the region and in the nation. Recommended for ages 8 and up.

Spiral bound. 64 pages. Fold-out outline map. CD-ROM. Shrink-wrapped.
Order #682-73-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $27.95
DVD also available for large group viewing. . . . additional $14.95


Two Peninsulas Called Michigan
by Jean Shafer & Lynne Deur
Revised in 2005
Michigan's physical geography, including land, climate, lakes and rivers are covered in this reproducible workbook. Students will enjoy learning about islands, extinct animals, as well as state and national parks. The unit is aligned with the social studies standards and MEAP assessments. Grades 3-5.
Paperbound - ISBN#0-938682-31-8
Order #682-31-8. . . . . . . .$14.95
Available February, 2005

Two Peninsulas Called Michigan Video
by Vince Deur

Here's a beautiful and useful overview of the geology and geography of Michigan from its islands, rivers, waterfalls, and national parks to its farmlands, villages, and cities. Traveling over 1800 miles in the state, videographer Vince Deur has captured the true essence of the two peninsulas.
Running time 18 minutes/full color
Order#329. .$19.95




Resources to Riches
by Jean Shafer & Lynne Deur
Michigan's economic history looks at the story of lumbering, mining, farming and industry in the state. This 48-page reproducible book is a great source for showing economic concepts at work. Aligned with the social studies standards and MEAP assessments. Grades 3-7.
Notebook Binder/48 pages
ISBN #0-938682-33-4
Order #682-33-4. . . . . . . . . . . . $19.95


A Diverse People
by Jean Shafer & Lynne Deur
Michigan's Native American population, past and present, in addition to the French and British who occupied the region are covered in this unit. It then helps teach students about Michigan's early settlement, the heavy immigration of the late 1800s, and its current population. The unit also covers state government and some of Michigan's famous people, past and present.
Notebook Binder/48 pages
ISBN #0-938682-32-6
Order #682-32-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $19.95



Settling In Michigan and Other True Pioneer Stories
by Lynne Deur
Ten personal accounts of life in Michigan in the first part of the 1800s have carefully selected and adapted for young reader's enjoyment. Youngsters will learn about early houses, food, schools, travel, and relationships with Indians, while relating with the humor, adventure, and tragedy that filled these settlers' lives. 3rd grade and up.
Paperback/80 pages/ISBN: 0-938682-22-9
Order #682-22-9. . . . . . . .$9.95



A Wisconsin Study Book II
by Jean Shafer, Ph.D.
This revised and greatly expanded version of the popular Wisconsin Study Book features blackline masters on the state's physical geography, people, and development of resources. In a loose-leaf binder and suitable for grades 4 and up.
ISBN 0-938682-11-3
Order 682-11-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$17.95



An Illinois Study Book
by Jean Shafer, Ph.D. & Patricia Westfield
Illinois' physical geography, a history of its people, and the development of its geography are covered in this comprehensive study of the state. 32 worksheets and other activities also engage students with trade books, primary sources, and classroom maps. Includes a teacher's guide.
Paperback/48 pages
ISBN: 0-938682-34-2
Order 682-34-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$17.95



An Ohio Study Book
by Patricia Westfield

Ohio's physical geography, a history of its people, and the development of its industries are covered in this comprehensive study of the state. Forty-four reproducible worksheets, activities, and a teacher's guide are included.
Notebook binder/54 pages
ISBN:0-938682-50-4
Order #682-50-4. . . . . . . . .$19.95

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