Learn the tale of Osman's Dream, paint it, and retell it in your own words when learning about the founder of the Ottoman Empire. Learn how to celebrate the Egyptian holiday of Sham el-Nessim (smelling the breeze) and go on a picnic with your colored eggs. Make a snake mobile, internal anatomy and all when studying reptiles. And learn step-by-step to create your own Diamante and Cinquain poems. Unit 3-2 includes all of this, plus library lists, printables, and links to take you to the web. In each unit you'll find a recommended library list, important background information about each topic, lots of activities to choose from for kids of all ages, and sidebars with a bunch more ideas including Additional Layers, Fabulous Facts, On The Web, Writer's Workshop, Famous Folks, and Teaching Tips. Printable maps and worksheets are included at the end of each unit and may be printed as often as needed for your family or class. These books are made for the whole family to learn together and are appropriate for 1st -12th grades. Learn more at www.Layers-of-Learning.com