1.

Mapping Pennys World by Loreen Leedy

a. This book is a fiction book that is geared for younger elementary
students. However, I would use this in my classroom because I
believe it would be beneficial for my students. This book will be
review for my students when it comes to creating maps. This
book will remind them how to create a scale and symbols for
easier understanding. After reviewing this book, my students
will be able to create maps about the different places in/around
the United States.

2. Jayhawker by Patricia Beatty

a. This book is a fiction book that will teach students about
the years before the civil war. It focuses on the issues that
involve slavery. This book relates to a viewpoint of an
abolitionist whose goal is to end slavery. Abraham Lincoln and
his Emancipation Proclamation is talked about in the story. This
will teach students about a past presidents and what he did for
the slaves while in office. The book will teach students that they
will be hit with hard times and that they must choose to do
what they believe is right. This book fits into my unit by learning
about the role of government during a specific time period.

3. The Years of Miss Agnes by Kirkpatrick Hill

a. This is a fiction chapter book. It tells the story of a boy and
his teacher. This story tells the journey about a group of
students that lives in Alaska. It allows the readers to see what
life is like in Alaska. Students will gain a better understanding
of a different U.S. state. They will learn about culture, values,
and the geography. This book will help students grasp a better
understanding of how regions affect ones lifestyle.

4. Tar Beach by Faith Ringgold

a. This fiction book would be used in a lower elementary
grade. However, I would use this in my class because I could
form lessons around this book. The main character in the book
imagines that she is flying over NYC. As she flies over, she views
famous landmarks. I could create lessons from this book based
on landmark including the statue of liberty and how it relates to
the government.

5. The Bill of Rights: It Cant be Wrong by Carole Marsh

 a. This fiction book can be used to teach students about the
government. Students will learn about when the Amendments
were first added to the U.S. constitution and how the Bill of
Rights
was ratified. This book allows students to view a timeline of
events, the amendment process and the preamble to the Bill of
Rights. It is an activity book that allows students to answer given
questions, unscramble codes, answer true or false questions,
and
fill in the blanks to missing documents and questions. This book
fits into my unit by allowing my students to learn about the
foundation of the United States government system.

6. The Branches of the US Government by Michael Burgan

a. This non-fiction book will teach my students about the roles of
the three branches of government. This book will teach students
about why America is the land of the free. It will also teach them
what makes our country and government appealing to people all
over the world. Students will also get to read about the U.S.
economy.
I will use this book in my classroom because it is a great source
for
my students to learn about the background of our government
and
about our economy.

7. Cornerstones of Freedom: The U.S. Constitution by Michael Burgan

a. This non-fiction book will teach my class about very important
U.S.
constitution. This book goes into detail about the history behind
the constitution. It talks about the primary functions and how it
has
changed over the years. This book will allow young students to
learn
how to participate in government and become a responsible
citizen.
This book will fit into my unit by teaching my students the basics
about government while also teaching them why having a
functioning government is important.

8. The Mighty Miss Malone by Christopher Paul Curtis

a. This fiction book teaches students about the Great Depression.
They
are able to see the hardships that one particular family had to
overcome during that time. They not only had to deal with the
 economy but they also had to deal with racial differences.
Students
will learn about why the economy is important and what they can
do
to help fix it. They will also learn about a historical event and
problems
that people had to face then and still to this day.

9. Geography: A Visual Encyclopedia by DK

a. This reference book is a great way for students to learn about the
geography of the United States. Students can use this book to
find
specific information about an area and to compare & contrast
The
United States to other countries. This book discusses the roles
that
humans have when it comes to impacting our world. This book is
filled with visuals to help students learn about their culture and
the
world they live in. I would tie this book into my unit by allowing
my
students to research their culture and talk about what regions
their
family customs would benefit in.

10. United States Government: Democracy in Action by McGraw-Hill

a. I will use this reference book in my classroom for my students
to view in order to fully learn about the government that will
shape
their lives. This book goes into detail about the everyday
happenings
in Washington D.C. It breaks down every aspect of the U.S.
government and shows how people have a say. I will use this
book
when teaching my students about why it is important to have an
active role in government. I want them to learn that being a
responsible
citizen has its perks.