In honor of America's 250th anniversary, we proudly present Stars & Stories - a curated collection of titles that illuminate our nation's journey, civic values, and the power of community. Designed with educators and students in mind, this collection blends history, civics, and rich storytelling to spark curiosity about how America became the nation it is today.
America's 250th
Stars & Stories Collections
Jumpstart to Kindergarten
Jumpstart to Kindergarten is a flexible, engaging summer learning solution built for Florida's VPK Summer Bridge Program. Grounded in the Science of Reading and aligned to the Florida Early Learning and Development Standards, this comprehensive program supports academic readiness and physical development with hands-on, play-based learning.
Stars & Stories - Grades K-1 Variety Pack
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Designed for early readers, America's 250th - Stars & Stories Grades K-1 introduces young learners to the history of the United States in clear, accessible language. The books encourage curiosity and foundational understanding through age-appropriate text and visuals.
This collection includes:
- How to Vote
- Let's Go to a Parade!
- Memorial Day
- My Beautiful Country: A Wordless Nonfiction Book
- The Bald Eagle: America's Mascot
- ..and 15 more titles!
Stars & Stories - Grades 2-3 Variety Pack
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America's 250th - Stars & Stories Grades 2-3 builds on students’ growing knowledge of U.S. history with engaging, readable texts. The books support developing readers as they explore historical topics with increasing confidence.
This collection includes:
- George Washington
- Governor
- Immigration Through Ellis Island
- Madeleine Albright
- O Say Can You See
- ...and 15 more titles!
Stars & Stories - Grades 4-5 Variety Pack
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Created for upper-elementary students, America's 250th - Stars & Stories Grades 4-5 presents U.S. history with added depth and context. The books invite readers to think more closely about the past while strengthening research and comprehension skills.
This collection includes:
- John F. Kennedy
- John Lewis: Freedom Rider
- Journey To America
- The "Wild" West: The Making of a Myth
- The Battle of Bunker Hill: Battles of the American Revolution
- ...and 15 more titles!
Stars & Stories - Grades 6-8 Variety Pack
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Aimed at middle-grade readers, America's 250th - Stars & Stories Grades 68 explores U.S. history through more detailed text and more developed themes. The books support independent reading, classroom study, and thoughtful discussion.
This collection includes:
- The Cold War
- History Comics: The Roanoke Colony
- Susan B. Anthony
- The Midwest
- The Story of Washington DC
- ...and 15 more titles!