Sacagawea
Learn about one of the most famous female explorers of all times-Sacagawea
About this book
Sacagawea is an intermediate readers book for children ages 7 to 11. Learn about one of the most famous female explorers of all times-Sacagawea, who she was, her childhood, her explorations, her contributions, and how the world remembers her today.
Book details
| Book type | Read Along Book – Narrated in a real human voice with word-by-word highlighting and static pictures. |
|---|---|
| Author | Edward Alan Kurtz |
| Ages | 7 to 9 years, also 9 to 11 years |
| Grade | Grade 3 |
| Reading level | Level 3, Intermediate Readers |
| Length | 15 pages, 1350 words, 11 minutes |
| Categories | Famous Explorers |
| Interactive features | Comprehension quiz, What is This? activity |
| Language | English |
Where you can read this book
Reading and Math app: Read it here, plus Comprehension quiz, What is This? activity in the Reading and Math app.
Get the Reading and Math AppRead Along App: Read along narration with word by word highlighting.
Get the Read Along AppQuizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app only. They are not part of the Read Along App.
Why read Sacagawea with your child
Sacagawea opens up Famous Explorers for young readers. The facts are short and clear, and the pictures help the ideas land. Read a page together, then ask your child what surprised them. Talking about what you read is how new knowledge sticks. It is a good book for curious children who like to ask questions and find out how things work.
Talk about it together
- How did this book make you feel, and why?
- What would you ask the author about Sacagawea?
- Can you retell this book in your own words?
Inside the book
In Sacagawea, readers find Famous Explorers. Learn about one of the most famous female explorers of all times-Sacagawea, who she was, her childhood, her explorations, her contributions, and how the world remembers her today. The book is written for young readers, with clear words and pictures that help the story along.
Children gain a feel for Famous Explorers and new words to talk about it. Read it together, pause at the interesting parts, and ask your child what they think. It is a good book to share, and to come back to again.
From the book: “The Purpose of the Expedition”
Words to learn in this book
- barter: To pay for things and services without using money.
- Caldera: A large volcanic crater.
- capsized: To overturn in water.
- contribution: The part someone plays in bringing about a result.
- Corps: A group of people all doing an activity.
- current: A body of water moving in one direction.
- edible: Fit or able to be eaten.
- expedition: A journey made by a group of people for a reason like exploration or scientific research.
- indigenous: Native, or originating in a particular region.
- interpreter: Someone who translates from one language to another.
- "New World": The continents of North and South America as described by early European explorers.
- Suffrage: The right to vote in an election.
- triangular: Shaped like a triangle with three sides and three corners.
- uncharted: An area of land not yet mapped.
- volunteer: Someone who helps or works and chooses not to be paid.
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Frequently asked questions
What ages is this book for?
Ages 7 to 11 years, at Grade 3 and Level 3 (Intermediate Readers).
Is the book narrated?
Yes. It is a read along book, so a real human voice reads the story while words are highlighted one by one on screen.
Which apps carry this book?
Both the Reading and Math app and the Read Along App. The Comprehension quiz, What is This? activity are Reading and Math app features.
How long is the book?
15 pages, 1350 words, 11 minutes
Does this book have a quiz or activity?
Yes. It has a comprehension quiz and the What is This? activity. Quizzes and activities live in the Reading and Math app.
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