New Releases by Raintree Steck-Vaughn Publishers

Part of a series covering all aspects of the GED test, this workbook covers practice exercises and simulated tests to help you pass the GED science test.

A thought-provoking examination of one of society's most powerful forces is brought to light through this four-volume series. These books focus on the current state and future advances of today's foremost communication technologies and utilize boxed History Links to connect past events and developments to the present. All books in this series are packed with valuable research tools, such as extensive timelines, glossaries, indexes, and website listings.

This series presents the causes and consequences of the American Civil War with a human-interest approach. Four volumes recount reasons for the Civil War and its progression. One title devoted to the aftermath of the Civil War places an emphasis on important people of the day and the war''s effect on the population. Firsthand recollections, journal and diary entries, letters, and authentic photos and prints reflect the human aspect of the war.

More than 3,000 alphabetically arranged, cross-referenced entries cover men and women of science, as well as basic concepts and recent developments in life, Earth, and physical science. This 26-volume set (which includes the two annuals) contains more than 60 hands-on activities and 95 cross-referenced projects. Annuals include as many as 20 projects each. A reference volume includes a bibliography, index, scientific tables, and charts.

A second chance for your low-level readers having trouble in the content areas. Connections offers subject-specific titles in all the content areas written at reading levels 5-8.Designed for independent use.Connections is truly a self-directed program. With its low reading level and straightforward directions, students can measure their own progress with pretests and posttests. Correlation charts are tied to test questions directing them to the precise pages to study for each type of question. -- Units on the world of work and careers are tied to content areas. -- Answers and explanations in each book enable students to check their answers and understand the thinking behind each question. -- Real-life and work graphics content designed for secondary students help them connect academic skills with life and work skills. -- Reading selections emphasize comprehension, so students can improve reading skills as they gain content knowledge.

Preparation guide for the reading portion of the GED.

A second chance for your low-level readers having trouble in the content areas. Connections offers subject-specific titles in all the content areas written at reading levels 5-8. Designed for independent use. Connections is truly a self-directed program. With its low reading level and straightforward directions, students can measure their own progress with pretests and posttests. Correlation charts are tied to test questions directing them to the precise pages to study for each type of question. -- Units on the world of work and careers are tied to content areas. -- Answers and explanations in each book enable students to check their answers and understand the thinking behind each question. -- Real-life and work graphics content designed for secondary students help them connect academic skills with life and work skills. -- Reading selections emphasize comprehension, so students can improve reading skills as they gain content knowledge.

Six topical titles examine developments in major social concerns of the past 100 years from a global perspective. The series traces key issues from early controversies to the present day. Significant events are enhanced with quotes from witnesses and prominent personalities of the decade. The text discusses individuals associated with these social concerns, as well as events that marked or caused important shifts in public opinion.

Prepare to be inspired by women from all walks of life. This 10-book series spotlights the contributions of female achievers around the world and throughout history. Each volume profiles 150 extraordinary women in a specific area of interest. Sidebars provide personal observations and intriguing details. Timelines, resource guides, and indexes make finding facts easy. Even more useful is the cumulative master index, which lists all 1,500 women by volume number, nationality, chronological period, and awards won.

Whether reading for fun or exploring the inexplicable, readers will enjoy the accounts of puzzling events and mysterious creatures in this 14-book series. Intriguing subjects range from extraterrestrials to water monsters and from ghosts to mysterious healing methods. Each title examines the facts, offers rational explanations where possible, and leaves the mystery unexplained.

Invite readers to investigate the captivating world of the animal kingdom with this two-book series. Each book is filled with thousands of facts from leading experts around the world. The magnificent illustrations and highly readable and definitive text will inspire readers for years to come.

Six titles render a view of past civilizations with remarkable depth and clarity. Influences such as politics, war, trade, everyday life, art and architecture, and religion offer insight into how inhabitants of these great cultures lived. Each title highlights the legacy left by the major events and developments of these civilizations. Quotations from ancient sources and modern historians lend a fresh perspective to factual information.

Traditional folktales, recipes, games, and other fun activities transport readers to another country. Each title examines a specific culture through regional foods, religion and festivals, special and every day clothing, and music and dance. A brief history and discussion of the topography of each country puts its cultural diversity into perspective.

This program reflects the material in the Ninth Edition of the Stanford Achievement Test. Help your students approach test day with confidence, armed with the up-to-date knowledge and strategies they need to succeed.

This program reflects the material in the Ninth Edition of the Stanford Achievement Test. Help your students approach test day with confidence, armed with the up-to-date knowledge and strategies they need to succeed.

Explore Earth''s water world with this indepth and colorful five-book series. Ideal for young adults, these titles highlight physical features and motion of the world''s waters, their history, and their vital roles as habitats for Earth''s plant and animal life.

Discusses Egypt's geography, people, and culture, with special emphasis on the challenges presented by economic development.