Jim Ollhoff
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This title introduces readers to Christopher Columbus, the great explorer who opened the Americas for Western Europe. Columbus's life story is examined from his childhood to his marriage and his early adventures as a sailor. Columbus's travels are examined, including his command of Niña, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria in his exploration of Cuba, Hispaniola, Venezuela and Jamaica while searching for China in the service of Spain's King Ferdinand...
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This title introduces readers to Ferdinand Magellan, the great explorer who was the first to sail around the world. Magellan's life story is examined from his childhood to service in the court of Portugal's queen. Magellan's search for the Spice Islands in command of the Trinidad, the San Antonio, the Concepcion, and the Victoria is detailed, as is his exploration of the Canary Islands, Brazil, and Argentina and naming the Pacific Oceana and the...
3) Final Years
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The American Civil War continues to be one of the most significant events in US history. In this title, readers will examine the memorable victories and defeats that marked the final years of the war for both the Union and Confederate forces. Engaging text introduces readers to the Wilderness Campaign, the Siege of Petersburg, Sherman's March to the Sea, the fall of Richmond, and ultimately, the Confederacy's surrender at Appomattox Courthouse. Chapters...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The American Civil War continues to be one of the most significant events in US history. In this title, readers will examine the far reaches of the war through the key turning points in battles across the nation. Engaging text introduces readers to the Siege of Vicksburg and the battles of Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, and Chattanooga. Chapters also cover the life of a civil war soldier and highlight Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation.
5) Captain Cook
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This title introduces readers to Captain Cook, the great explorer who mapped thousands of miles of uncharted territory. Cook's life story is examined from his childhood to his marriage and his service in the Royal Navy. Early influences are covered including Cook's development as an astronomer. Cook's journeys on the Endeavor and Resolution are covered, including the search for the Terra Australis Incognita and the Northwest Passage. Aligned to...
6) Slavery
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The American Civil War continues to be one of the most significant events in US history. In this title, readers will examine one of the most controversial issues that separated the North and the South: slavery. Engaging text introduces readers to the history of slavery and explores the moral and economic reasons this issue was so inflammatory between the Northern and Southern states. Chapters also cover the abolition movement and political developments...
8) Police
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Highlights the different kinds of law enforcement officers as well as the training, tools, and knowledge police forces need to save lives and property, collect evidence, investigate crimes, and uphold the law.
9) Hazmat
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Highlights the nine classes of hazardous materials as well as the training, tools, and knowledge hazmat technicians need to save lives and property due to a nuclear radiation emergency, a chemical spill, or a contaminated area.
10) Search & rescue
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Every day, people are faced with critical, life-threatening situations – in times of trouble, who can help? In this title, readers will get to know the search & rescue personnel who arrive on the scene to help people in distress. Chapters highlight the different types of search & rescue procedures as well as the training, tools, and knowledge search & rescue teams need to find missing persons, provide disaster aid, and support other emergency workers....
11) Firefighter
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Every day, people are faced with critical, life-threatening situations – in times of trouble, who can help? In this title, readers will get to know the firefighters who arrive on the scene of a fire. Chapters highlight the history of fighting fires as well as the training, tools, and knowledge firefighters need to save lives and property during forest fires, wildfires, and house fires. An interview with a real-life firefighter provides insight into...
12) Neil Armstrong
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This title introduces readers to Neil Armstrong, the great explorer who was the first person to walk on the moon. Armstrong's life story is examined from his childhood to marriage to his studies at Perdue University and service in the US Navy and the Korean War. Armstrong's years at NASA are covered, including the Gemini and Apollo programs, as well as Armstrong's historic mission on Apollo 11 with Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. Armstrong's later...
13) EMT
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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An overview of the work and training of Emergency Medical Technicians, or EMTs, including a history of emergency medicine and an interview with an EMT.
14) Weapons
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The American Civil War continues to be one of the most significant events in US history. In this title, readers will examine the weapons–large and small–used by both Union and Confederate forces in the war. Engaging text introduces readers to the new ironclad ships and submarines built for battle and the roles they played in military campaigns. Chapters also highlight common personal weapons, such as swords, guns, and bayonets, and the development...
15) Jacques Cousteau
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English
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Showcases the life of Jacques Cousteau, the great explorer who introduced millions of people to the undersea world from his ship the Calypso.
16) Marco Polo
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This title introduces readers to Marco Polo, the great explorer who was the first European to explore China. Polo's life story is examined, from his early travels with father Niccolo Polo and uncle Maffeo Polo to China to see Kublai Khan and visit Xanadu, to his marriage to Donata Badoer, to his travels in China in the Kublai Khan's service. Polo's book The Travels of Marc Polo is covered, as is its influence on other explorers such as Christopher...
17) SWAT
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Every day, people are faced with critical, life-threatening situations – in times of trouble, who can help? In this title, readers will get to know the SWAT team members who arrive on the scene when special weapons and tactics are needed. Chapters highlight the history of SWAT as well as the training, tools, and knowledge these specialists need to save lives and property during bomb threats, hostage situations, or when apprehending dangerous criminals....
19) Water and ice
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Abdo Pub
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Describes the present and possible future effects of global warming on the oceans and the icecaps, including the flooding of coastal areas and increased ocean acidity, and details developments in Greenland, the Arctic, and Antarctica.
20) Years of slavery
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ABDO
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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English