Anita Yasuda
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
What's so great about California? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Golden State! Explore California's beaches, mountains, film studios, and colorful history. The California by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in California....
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
What's so great about North Carolina? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Tar Heel State! Explore North Carolina's beaches, lighthouses, mountains, and rich American Indian history. The North Carolina by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is...
5) The Gulf War
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents an overview of the Gulf War, including history, important people and battles, and a time line of events. Author/Illustrator biography Detailed maps Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Phonetics Photo captions Sources for further research Suggested websites Table of contents Since our battle for independence from Great Britain, the US military has been involved in a civil war, regional wars, and...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Experience the new nation from President George Washington's perspective. Learn about the challenges he faced, how he responded to difficult issues, and how he shaped the country during this pressing time in office.
9) Rick Riordan
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Series
Language
English
Description
Every since he was young, Rick Riordan was interested in myths, especially the mythology of ancient Greece. Rick was attracted to the drama and fantasy of these stories.
10) The Tiger Eye
Author
Language
English
Description
Moto is excited to present his collection of lost things to his friends at the school carnival. But when, a ghost blocks him from attending the event and his tiger eye bead starts to glow, Moto wonders if he has made a colossal mistake.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Gives readers a look into the lives and abilities of people who are blind, as well as the challenges they face. Learn how people who are blind read and write, navigate public transportation, and play sports. Additional features include a table of contents, an informative infographic, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, a selected bibliography, an index, sources for further research, and information about the author....
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English
Description
The West, the largest region in the United States, encompasses varied landscapes. It stretches across arid deserts, the Alaskan tundra, and the tropical Hawaiian islands. Exploring the West looks at this region's defining features, including its geography, history, biology, industries, and diverse cultures. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics,...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The Chinese people often told stories that taught the listener about their land. This flood myth explains what happens when the balance in nature is disturbed. In order to fix the world, Nü Gua must bring back order. The Chinese flood myth is retold in this brilliantly illustrated Chinese Myth. Short Tales is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades 3-6.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The Chinese people often told stories that taught the listener about their land. This nature myth shows how ancient people belived the gods controlled nature. In order to restore balance, the Emperor asked Yu to control the floods. The Chinese nature myth is retold in this brilliantly illustrated Chinese Myth. Short Tales is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades 3-6.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Iroquois myths and legends were an important way for customs, beliefs, and histories to be passed down orally through the generations. These myths often explain natural events. In this creation myth, the creation of Earth by Sky Woman and Big Turtle is told. The Iroquois nature myth is retold in this brilliantly illustrated Native American Myth. Short Tales is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades 3-6.
17) Bald Eagle
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The bald eagle is the national symbol of the United States, but the bird almost disappeared from North American skies. Bald Eagle explores how the species was once threatened by hunting and pollution, explaining how public awareness and scientific efforts have helped keep these iconic birds soaring. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics,...
19) Thomas Edison
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The Historical Heroes series introduces young readers to some of the most important individuals in U.S. history. Each book features easy-to-read text based on sight words, along with exciting photos to help inspire beginning readers.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduces the main native nations of North America's plains region, including the Crow, Blackfeet, Cheyenne, Comanche, Arapaho, Sioux, Mandan, and Pawnee nations. The nations' historical significance, cultural highlights, and contemporary life are all examined through respectful text and well-chosen photos. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, detailed maps, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further...