Melissa Higgins
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Have you ever wondered about the events that laid the foundations of the United States of America? This title explores the people and events which led to the formation of the Jamestown Colony. Special features include sidebars, infographics, on-page definitions, online search sidebar, further evidence sidebar and primary sources. This title also includes a timeline, glossary, Web links, index, and common core activities. Core Library is an imprint...
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This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of J. Cole. Readers learn about J. Cole's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book explores J. Cole's academic drive, relationship with his mom, and charity work. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
10) Sea monsters
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Sea Monsters introduces you to one of the world's most popular legendary creatures. Learn where and why these legends began, how they are reflected in different cultures, and how they are understood today. Complete with well-researched, clearly written informational text, primary sources with accompanying questions, charts, graphs, diagrams, timelines, and maps, multiple prompts, and more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
11) Fish: a 4D book
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Did you know that electric eels can make 800 volts of electricity? Meet giant arapaimas, hungry piranhas, and other fascinating fish at the Smithsonian National Zoo in these first books reviewed by Smithsonian experts. Bring augmented reality to your students by downloading the free Capstone 4D app and scanning for access to awesome videos!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.6 - AR Pts: 3
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English
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This biography examines the life of Edward Snowden using easy-to-read, compelling text. Through striking contemporary photographs and informative sidebars, readers will learn about Snowden's early life, education, and experiences as a government whistleblower. Informative sidebars enhance and support the text. Features include a table of contents, timeline, facts page, glossary, bibliography, and an index.
13) Wind energy
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English
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As our world's population grows, so too does our need for energy. Scientists seek the next breakthrough in new technology while constantly finding ways to make current solutions cheaper and more efficient. In this title, discover what wind energy is, its history, how we use it today, and how new technologies can contribute to our energy future. Learn about cutting-edge types of wind turbines, including turbines at sea and turbines aloft in the sky,...
14) Splendid spiders
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Spiders are good hunters. Some spiders build sticky webs to catch bugs. Others chase their food on the ground. Big spiders can even eat small birds. Learn all about different splendid spiders from around the world.--Back cover.
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The US Supreme Court is the head of the judicial branch of the federal government. It is the highest court in the land, with thousands of cases appealed to it every year. One of those history-making cases was Roe v. Wade, which decided the legality of abortion in the United States. Readers will follow this case from beginning to end, including the social and political climates that led up to it and the effects it had after the court made its ruling....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Bailey is a raccoon who loves math and the superhero Mighty Raccoon. But Bailey is getting physically bullied by Kim, a dog at school. Young readers watch Bailey struggle with bullying and learn safe ways to make it stop. Sensitive illustrations of gender-neutral animal characters help all children relate to the issue of physical bullying.
19) Cobras
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English
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Cobras strike prey with their venomous fangs. Read about these hooded hunters.
20) Boa Constrictors
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Boa constrictors put the squeeze on their dinners. Read about these sneaky slithering predators.