Raatma, Lucia

Describes peacefulness as a virtue and suggests ways in which children can recognize and practice it.

Presents an introduction to the Internet, and offers advice on how to stay safe when using the technology.

Briefly introduces the life of Levi Strauss, a Bavarian Jew who immigrated to the United States in 1847 and became a very successful businessman and philanthropist after inventing blue jeans.

Describes tolerance as a virtue and suggests ways in which it can be recognized and practiced.

Describes consideration as the virtue of being thoughtful and suggests ways in which consideration can be shown.

Contains full-color photographs, illustrations, and maps describe the history, geography, people, economy, and government of the state of Michigan; and includes charts, graphs, timelines, and classroom projects.

Explains the virtue of responsibility and how readers can practice it at home, in school, in the community, and with each other.

Describes respect as a virtue and suggests ways in which children can recognize and practice being respectful.

Describes caring as a virtue and suggests ways in which caring can be shown, such as recycling, donating to charity, helping others, and listening.

Chronicles the events surrounding the Battles of Lexington and Concord and explores the impact they had on American history.