California in the 20th Century: Read-along ebook

This nonfiction book focuses on the history and growth of California during the 1900s. Students will learn how the movie industry, agriculture, industry, sports, entertainment, and technology have contributed to California’s growth. This primary source text builds students’ reading skills and social studies content knowledge. The intriguing primary source maps, letters, documents, and images provide authentic nonfiction reading materials and keep students interested in learning. Text features include a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents. This book connects to California state studies standards and the NCSS/C3 Framework and features appropriately leveled text to meet the needs of students reading at different levels. Additional features include Read and Respond and a culminating activity that prompt students to dive deeper into the text for additional reading and learning.