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(0)Stephen Krensky
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English
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Young Abe Lincoln is all dressed up in his best suit and on his way to deliver an important speech. As he walks along, he finds a pig stuck in a mudhole. Abe hates to see any animal suffer. If he helps the pig, his clothes will get muddy. What would people think of a mud-covered speaker? Abe doesn't want to leave the pig stranded, but he has no other nice clothes to wear. So, he continues down the road toward town, feeling guilty. He knows a pig isn't...
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Language
English
Description
Based on John Adams' journal, Stephen Krensky's action-packed historical novel is a riveting account of a true-life secret voyage to France. Join John Adams and his ten-year-old son John Quincy as they board the 24-gun frigate Boston on a blustery February day in 1778. They brave towering seas, lethal warships, devastating lightning, and shattering timbers to finish their covert mission. " the story offers a stirring account of life aboard ship, spiced...
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Series
Publisher
Little, Brown
Pub. Date
2001
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
55 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
Arthur challenges Francine to a game of kickball to prove to her that a person does not have to be a great athlete to be important to the team.
Author
Series
Marc Brown Arthur chapter book volume 25
Publisher
Little, Brown
Pub. Date
2002
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
56 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Description
Unhappy about how much homework they have to do, Arthur and his friends dare each other to skip school.
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Series
Publisher
Abrams Appleseed, an imprint of Abrams
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Reassuring rhyming text introduces preschoolers to their first day of school where a welcoming teacher, a cheery classroom, and new friends await!"--
9) Paul Bunyan
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Growing up, Paul Bunyan was always too big. Too big for the furniture. Too big for regular clothes. Too big to play with the other kids. But out among the tall trees in the great northern forests, Paul felt at home. So he set out with his big blue ox, Babe, to live the life of a lumberjack. The adventures of Paul and his friends are recounted by author Stephen Krensky and artist Craig Orback in this tallest tale of them all.
10) Zebulon Pike
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Language
English
Description
Born at a time when the American Revolutionary War was raging, Zebulon Pike grew up to lead expeditions west to find the sources of the Mississippi, Arkansas, and Red Rivers. Find out how his published journal made him a popular figure during his lifetime. The book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
11) Calamity Jane
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Calamity Jane was always in search of adventure. Nothing scared her-not rattlesnakes or wild horses or even Wild Bill Hickok. Quicksand could not keep her down. As an army scout, Calamity Jane rescued a wounded captain from the middle of a bloody battle. She never even got a scratch. As a Pony Express rider, she outwitted a band of robbers and sent them running. Even smallpox didn't dare tangle with her. Catch some of Calamity Jane's spirit in this...
12) Pecos Bill
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Folks might think Pecos Bill was nothing but trouble. After all, he was raised by coyotes in the Wild West. And he made friends with a gang of outlaws. But Bill had a heart of gold. All he wanted was to be the best cowboy. So Bill learned to ride a mountain lion and lasso a tornado. He found himself a dynamite-eating horse. Then he met his match in a girl named Sue. Author Stephen Krensky and illustrator Paul Tong capture Pecos Bill's spirit in this...
13) John Henry
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Some folks say John Henry was born with a hammer in his hand. He sure loved to pound things and his muscles were harder than rocks. At work, John laid down tracks for the railroad company. The earth shook when he swung down his heavy hammers. John was stronger than the strongest worker, but was he stronger than a machine? Find out in this powerful tale.
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Language
English
Description
Directed by U.S. President Thomas Jefferson, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark teamed up in 1805 to explore the land included in the Louisiana Purchase. Find out how the findings from their two-year expedition Corps of Discovery set the stage for later settlement of the American West. The book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available....
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Language
English
Description
John Wesley Powell worked as a geologist and an adventurer. Find out how Powell became the first person to chart the course of the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon. The book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
16) Mike Fink
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Mike Fink was the best keelboater on the river, and he was the first to admit it. He knew the river's tricks. He could ride a waterfall like a bucking bronco, and he even wrestled alligators. What would happen when he made a bet with Davy Crockett? Could he win the race with Powderkeg Pete? Hop on board this rollicking story of an American tall tale hero.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Brrr! Coyote is always cold! That's because it's winter all year long. But Old Woman has something amazing called summer. It's tied up in a little bag in her tipi. Coyote and his friends Wolf, Moose, Elk, Stag, and Antelope make a plan to steal summer. But when Coyote grabs the bag, Old Woman's children chase after him. Will his plan work? Will everyone have a chance to share summer's warmth? Find out what happens in this fast-paced tale!
18) Daniel Boone
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Language
English
Description
Daniel Boone was a hunter and a woodsman. Find out how he explored the unknown lands beyond the Appalachian Mountains, especially the area known as Kentucky. The book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
19) Casey Jones
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Casey Jones was the most famous railroad engineer there ever was. Casey had one hang up. He had to be on time. He expected his trains to be on time too. One night Casey was asked to drive a train that was far behind schedule. He got that train running as fast as she could go. Would Casey make it on time? Hop on board and find out what made this railroad engineer an American hero in this fast-paced tale.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The animals of the grasslands have a problem. A very hungry lion wants to eat them all! To keep the lion happy, they agree to send one animal for him to eat every day. When the hare learns it's his turn to be the lion's dinner, he is not happy! Can this clever hare save himself-and all the other animals-from the lion?