Directed Media Inc. (DMI) is a producer, publisher and distributor of books and other educational materials for young readers and adults. Based in Wenatchee, Washington - we focus on creating products that promote the history, culture, food and environment of Washington, Oregon and Idaho. We have shared the story of Washington and the greater Northwest with our readers for more than four decades.
BOOKSTORE
Check out our large selection of book titles for young readers and adults. From general reading to travel guides, history, biographies, coffee table photography books, cookbooks and educational kids books.
GIFT SHOP
Find all your Pacific Northwest - Washington, Oregon and Idaho themed gifts. Plus, for literary enthusiasts we have a large selection of novelties that relate to books, authors and reading!
LITERARY ESSENTIALS
For over 40 years, Directed Media has developed Washington and Pacific Northwest history textbooks suited for 4th-12th grade students in public, private and home schools across the region. Best sellers include The Pacific Northwest: Past, Present and Future (1st-5th editions), Washington: Past and Present, Washington: A State of Contrasts (1st-2nd editions), and Washington: Our Land Nuestra Tierra.
EDUCATORS
Choose from Washington and Pacific Northwest history textbooks and teacher's editions suitable for 4th grade and 7th-12th grades. Directed Media’s publications have met and exceeded the needs and expectations of public and private educators as well as the Washington State (EALRs) and (GLEs).
RESOURCES
Educators are you looking for supplemental teaching materials to help aid your teaching of Washington State or Pacific Northwest history in the classroom? Choose from digital maps, charts, diagrams, timelines, images, and other teaching guides to make your life easier. (More products are in development).
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TEXTBOOKS
Directed Media's best selling Washington State history and Pacific Northwest history elementary and secondary textbooks.
WASHINGTON STATE HISTORY TEXTBOOKS
Elementary and Secondary level Washington State history textbooks for public and private schools, online learning, and home schools.
PACIFIC NORTHWEST HISTORY TEXTBOOKS
Secondary level Pacific Northwest history textbooks for public and private schools, online learning, and home schools.
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Washington State History Textbook (7th-12th Grade)
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Washington: A State of Contrasts by Dale Lambert and Dustin Clark is suited for secondary education 7th-12th grade courses. This updated Washington State history textbook meets Washington's EALRs and GLEs and includes three reference sections, comprehensive and chronological chapters plus interactive student activities.
Captivating students with historic imagery from Washington archives, color photographs and illustrations by local Washingtonians, plus modern graphics all provide the best visual presentation to get students excited about Washington.
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Washington State History (ESL) Textbook
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If you haven't already added Sarita McReynolds textbook to your curriculum, then take a peek at Nuestra Tierra - Washington: Our Land. This Washington State history textbook is suited for ESL (English Second Language) classrooms. The textbook is written in both English and Spanish for students to learn state history in dual languages.
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THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST
The Pacific Northwest: Past, Present and Future, 5th edition by Dale A. Lambert is a must have textbook for those teaching a regional curriculum in Washington, Oregon and Idaho classrooms.
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Preview materials are provided for up to 30 days for committees to review, longer by special request.
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CONNECTING WITH WASHINGTON
Links to some of the most important places in Washington. Use these sites to delve into the rich history and culture of the two major regions of Washington.
TAKING CURRICULUM TO THE NEXT LEVEL
Expand your Washington State and Pacific Northwest curriculum by adding visually appealing images to your lesson plans.
GO FURTHER WITH LOCAL HISTORY
Don't forget to discuss your local history and culture. Every community is unique - celebrate your home town.