Nancy Dickmann
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From the phases of the moon seen on Earth to the rotation of far-off galaxies, mathematics can be used to explain what's happening in the universe. Full-color photographs and related age-appropriate math questions engage young readers and demonstrate real world applications of mathematics.
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Learn about number patterns that exist in a sunflower, the reason behind the hexagonal shape of a honeycomb, and all about the Fibonacci sequence. High impact photographs will draw in young readers as they learn about mathematical concepts they can find outside their front door.
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IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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"Why is Lewis Latimer important? His invention of the carbon filament made light bulbs more afforable and longer lasting. Readers follow his journey from working with Alexander Graham Bell to improving Thomas Edison's light bulb. It's an enlightening story filled with engaging text and colorful images, all reviewed by Smithsonian experts"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
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"Did you know that the average American produces about 4.5 pounds of waste every day? That's a lot of garbage! Garbage trucks are hard at work picking up this garbage. They carry the trash to landfills and other places. Young readers will learn about the types of garbage trucks, their main parts, and how they work"--
15) City buses
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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"You need to get to another part of a big city quickly. What can you do? Take the city bus! City buses take people where they need to go day after day. They help people get to workplaces, stores, and more. They are hard at work in all types of weather. Young readers will learn about the main parts of city buses, how they work, and why they are important to cities and the people who ride them"--
17) Tow trucks
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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"A car breaks down on the highway. It won't go. What vehicle can help? A tow truck! Tow trucks carry broken vehicles to repair shops so they can be fixed and get back on the road. Young readers will find out about tow trucks, their main parts, and how these important vehicles are used"--
18) Delivery trucks
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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"Delivery trucks carry millions of packages around the country each day. In New York City alone, 1.5 million packages are delivered every day! Young readers will learn about the types of delivery trucks, their main parts, and what they carry inside"--
19) Fire trucks
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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"Smoke pours out of a window. Call 911. A fire truck is on its way! Fire trucks carry the equipment needed to put out fires and help people in emergencies. Young readers will find out about fire trucks, their main parts, and how these important vehicles are used"--
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Whether it's being lost in a cave or caught in a collapsed mine, being trapped underground can be terrifying. You may be cold, wet, hungry, and stuck in absolute darkness. Even worse is not knowing if anyone will ever find you. Find out how people survived their ordeal in these true stories of those who were trapped underground in this book from the Fighting to Survive series.