In addition to both the print and online teacher editions, this suite includes easy access to all on-line teaching resources and management tools including LearnSmart (R). Differentiate instruction with resources and strategies for approaching level, beyond level, and ELL students. Access and customize online lesson plans. LearnSmart (R) with SmartBook (R) adaptive ebook helps students learn faster, study more efficiently, and retain more knowledge.


The print Teacher Wraparound Edition is built on the principles of Understanding by Design®. It includes the entire student text along with a variety of planning and instructional support for the print and digital resources. Differentiation strategies as well as project-based learning materials are included.

Printed blackline master booklet of Lesson Quizzes and Chapter Tests includes all the editable tests available online. Use it to preview online test questions or print for paper and pencil tests. Chapter tests include traditional and document-based question tests.

  • Focus on the big ideas with an accessible print student text built around Essential Questions, enduring ideas, and NCSS Standards.
  • Put your social studies students in the middle of the action with The Story Matters chapter openers, Biography features, maps, and timelines.
  • Maximize comprehension with the Reading Help Desk in each lesson to assist students with reading strategies, note-taking activities, graphic organizers, and vocabulary support.
  • Build critical thinking and historical analysis skills with features such as Thinking Like a Historian, It Matters Because, What Do You Think, and Connections to Today.