This book will introduce readers between the ages of nine and thirteen to one of the most influential figures in the history of modern India. Rabindranath Tagore's position in Indian literature is examined, as is his influence on India's struggle for independence. A broad view of the historic context of his life is offered. A map is included, and it is accompanied by a few basic questions. There is also a brief section on reading comprehension and vocabulary. An essay is suggested at the conclusion of these exercises. The book is enlivened by vivid photographs. These help to encourage...

Jonas Salk: The Battle Against Polio, will introduce young readers to one of the epic efforts of the twentieth century: The campaign to find a polio vaccine. In this book, students are invited to take part in a discussion about the history of vaccines, social policy and medical ethics. Jonas Salk: The Battle Against Polio is more than a biography. It is a window into the relationship between science and society. The book reviews the contributions of vaccine pioneers such as Louis Pasteur and Edward Jenner. It discusses the difference between vaccines that use attenuated viruses and those that...

Writing is an essential skill. It is also an art. With this book, Rhythm Prism combines the creative and technical aspects of the craft. Prompts are offered in the context of a larger vision. The young writer is invited to integrate visual and verbal elements in a variety of subject areas. The personal is explored as well as the larger universe of current events and culture. In every instance, the student is engaged through imaginative use of image and suggestion. In the interest of advancing skills, "tips" are provided. These are basic guides to writing competently and effectively. They...

There comes a moment in life when thoughts turn to legacy. What do we want our family and friends to know about us? How do we want to be remembered? A Book of Memories is a simple instrument that helps families to create an enduring legacy, a conversation between one generation and another. It is a gift to those who are remembered and to those who would like to cherish memory. These few pages invite the most basic, and personal, description of a life. This book may become an enduring testament to relationships that cannot be defined by the constraint of time.