This Interactive Write-In Reader includes easy-to-read information, trivia, and activities like a word search, code breaker, and pop quiz to facilitate reading comprehension. Maria’s inspiring life imbues young readers with a respect for gender equality and an appreciation of hard work and achievement. Great for ages 5-9 (grades K-4).
In a time when women had few rights and educational opportunities, Maria Mitchell was an illustration of accomplishment. She became a scientist, astronomer, and college professor. A woman of boundless achievement, Maria discovered a comet, opened her own school and championed women’s rights.
This Interactive Write-In Reader gives young students an easy-to-understand overview of Maria’s life and triumphs. Maria’s story teaches students about the importance of education, determination and self-assurance in the face of social adversity.
The Biography Readers:
•Combine easy-to-read stories with fun activities
•Build reading skills while covering social studies content
•Engage all levels of students using an interesting, interactive approach
•Can be used as an excellent tool for RTI, Remediation, Reading Recovery and ESL
This Biography Reader also shows students the obstacles and hardships that many of our country's heroes had to overcome, their struggles, attempts, failures, perseverance, accomplishments and the ultimate success they achieved, taking their place in America's history. This reader emphasizes the roles of family and education, responsible decision-making, taking responsibility for oneself, civic responsibility, work ethic, self-motivation and more!