Stepping Into Louisa May Alcott's World

by Dona Herweck Rice

Overview

Take a carriage ride back to 1800s America and learn how Louisa May Alcott's home and family life influenced her writing. This nonfiction text breathes life into the pages of history, and gives students a sense of what life was like in Louisa May Alcott's time. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and featuring TIME content, this biography includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The intriguing sidebars, fascinating images, and detailed Reader's Guide prompt students to connect back to the text and encourage multiple readings. The Think Link and Dig Deeper sections develop students' higher-order thinking skills. The Check It Out! section includes suggested books, videos, and websites for further reading. Aligned with state standards, this title features complex and rigorous content appropriate for students preparing for college and career readiness.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781493836192
Publisher:	Teacher Created
Publication date:	01/27/2017
Series:	TIME®: Informational Text
Edition description:	First Edition
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	5.25(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.12(d)
Age Range:	12 - 13 Years

About the Author

Dona does not know which is more fun-learning about the world through science, or writing books for children that tell all about it. She is glad she does not have to decide and can do both!

Table of Contents

"Too Fond of Books" 4

Being an Alcott 6

Civil War to Gilded Age 10

Family Life 20

School Days 26

Clothing for Function and Fashion 30

Healthy Living 36

"Learning How to Sail My Ship" 42

Glossary 44

Index 45

Check It Out! 46

Try It! 47

About the Author 48