Thomas K Adamson
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Trash cans and dumpsters are the weights garbage trucks lift with their robotic arms. Once lifted, the bins lose their weight, being flipped upside down and emptied into the trucks' hoppers. In this low-level title, children will pick up a basic knowledge of garbage trucks.
2) Ships
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
How can aircraft carriers support heavy jets and helicopters without sinking? Why do cruise ships the size of cities stay afloat, but submarines often disappear underwater? This title answers the questions bobbing in young readers' minds as they learn about a fleet of diverse ships.
3) Basketball
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Basketball is a popular sport all around the world! From pick-up games in parks to showcased competitions under bright lights, the sport can be played by anyone with a ball and a hoop. This title brings the basics of the game to young readers through leveled text, while relevant photos with labels reinforce what they are reading. A champion spotlight highlights a top player while a sidebar introduces the different scoring lines. Readers will be ready...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Sand tiger sharks hover in the water as they patiently wait for fish to swim by. To hover, they gulp air at the waters surface and hold it in their bellies! Through engaging photos and text, this leveled title introduces readers to the sand tiger sharks fascinating hunting behaviors, body functions, and environment. Added features further highlight the sharks size, diet, range, and more!
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
What are stars? What are planets? Why are some brighter than others? And which planets can we see from Earth? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this easy-to-read title and discover the science behind stars, planets, and their patterns.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
What is the moon? Why do we see it at night? And why does it seem to change shape? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this easy-to-read title and discover the science behind the moon and its patterns.
7) Football
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
It is third down, and the quarterback has a decision to make. The receiver hustles to the end zone. The quarterback throws deep. Touchdown! Readers looking to understand football will find this approachable text detailing the basics of football helpful. Clear, action-packed photos highlight the text while bringing the game to life. Features highlight the playing field and the gear needed to stay safe. Readers will have no problem tackling their way...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Great white sharks are fearsome ocean hunters! Their 300 sharp teeth and curved tails allow these predators to make quick, deadly attacks. The pages of this fact-filled title provide young readers with information about great whites' environment, physical
9) Baseball
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Batter up! It is time step up to the plate and learn about baseball. In this low-level title, distinct chapters lay out an introduction to the sport, the basic rules of the game, and important gear needed to play safely. A labeled field diagram introduces readers to a baseball field while a champion spotlight highlights a top player. Young readers will find this title a home run introduction to America's favorite pastime!
11) Blue Sharks
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Named for their striking color, blue sharks ride open-ocean currents looking for their next meal. Giant eyes give these hunters an advantage as they follow schools of fish! Young readers will migrate the oceans alongside blue sharks to discover the purpose of the sharks’ body parts and behaviors. Features including a size comparison and a species profile allow readers to dive deeper into the world of blue sharks!
12) Soccer
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Soccer is one of the most popular sports in the world! People of all ages play in backyards, parks, streets, and fields. Readers will learn the basic rules of the game in this introductory title. Colorful photos capture the fun of the game, while labels provide readers with a visual representation of the text. Sidebars introduce the soccer field and highlight a champion player. Readers will be ready to score some goals with the help of this book about...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Gliding through the open ocean with their heavy bodies and paddle-like fins, oceanic whitetip sharks are an elusive species. Scientists yearn to learn more about these endangered predators! This title gives young readers an engaging introduction to the sharks’ fierce appearance and behaviors through leveled text and fascinating photos. Special features highlighting size, diet, range, and more visually reinforce the informative text.
15) Airplanes
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
An airplane taking off and disappearing into the clouds is a remarkable sight. It's like a bird's flight taken to a new level. In fact, only the Ruppell's griffon vulture can fly as high, at heights above 30,000 feet! This title will get beginning readers off the ground and soaring.