Christine Honders
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Civilizations have long used canals to move water, ships, cargo, and people from one location to another. The first canals were often trenches dug to bring water to crops. Some were dug to connect rivers or other bodies of water. Over the centuries, the techniques, technology, resources, and science used to construct canals has changed greatly. Today, canals all over the world help keep business booming and people moving! Readers will learn how engineers...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
There are many beautiful and dynamic aerial photographs, including breathtaking views of mountains or scenes in the middle of the ocean. Not long ago, taking an aerial photograph could be costly, difficult, or even dangerous! Today, drones have changed how we take photographs. Using drones for photography presents us with a new perspective and can show us amazing scenes. This informational yet gripping narrative explores drone technology in age-appropriate...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Software architects are in charge of designing and developing the software programs that computers need to operate. In this book, readers will learn more about what software architects do, including where they work, what information they should know, and what skills they should have. STEM concepts addressed in the Next Generation Science Standards are discussed throughout the text. The text support elementary curriculum and addresses computational...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
There has always been controversy over the settlement of America. American students have been taught that Columbus discovered America, yet what he found was neither America, nor was it undiscovered. In modern times, students have vast amounts of information available to them, however it is not always obvious which sources are reliable. This book explains the establishment of the thirteen colonies through the eyes of the colonists, Native Americans,...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Description
The Mayflower Compact was the first written framework for a government set up in the United States. Readers explore the history of this document through accessible main text, graphic organizers, and sidebars. Historical images, including carefully selected primary sources, allow readers to gain a stronger understanding of the events surrounding the signing of the Mayflower Compact. Images of the original document are also included, along with a detailed...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Sound is more than just the things we hear. It's made up of sound waves or vibrations that travel through air, water, and even solid objects. Readers will learn how sounds are created and about the kinds of sound waves, the properties of sound, and the scientific laws of sound. They'll also discover how we produce music and speech and how we hear. Primary sources and full-color photographs aid readers in understanding this complex physics topic.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The Mayflower Compact was the first written framework for a government set up in the United States. Readers explore the history of this document through accessible main text, graphic organizers, and sidebars. Historical images, including carefully selected primary sources, allow readers to gain a stronger understanding of the events surrounding the signing of the Mayflower Compact. Images of the original document are also included, along with a detailed...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Young dinosaur enthusiasts will love this book about reptile fossils! This volume allows readers to explore prehistoric reptiles through detailed photographs of their fossils. Engaging text is supported by sidebars and diagrams to give readers a glimpse into the ancient world. Readers investigate how fossils are formed, where they're found, and what clues they give us to the past. They'll learn all about dinosaurs that walked the earth millions of...