Elaine Landau
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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The trumpet may be one of the smallest brass instruments, but its sound is bold and exciting. Trumpeters play in all types of groups, such as orchestras, marching bands, jazz ensembles, and even rock bands! But is the trumpet the right instrument for you? Or would a different choice be better? Hear what professional trumpeters like about their instrument, and learn what skills a good trumpeter needs. Discover whether the trumpet is your best choice...
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In 1492, three ships set sail. Ahead, the unknown high seas that no one had dared to cross. Where will Christopher Columbus and his men land? Will they discover a New World? Will they return alive to tell the tale? Would you sail with Columbus? What would your readers do?
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Do you like horses? Then you'll love learning all about the American quarter horse. American quarter horses are nimble and well-built. Did you know that these horses are famous for their calm and gentle natures? Or that police officers who work on horseback often choose American quarter horses? Learn more about Quarter horses in this fun and fascinating book!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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What's that cat with the silky, spotted coat and pale green eyes? It's the Egyptian mau! Egyptian maus are intelligent, loving, and loyal. Their owners think they are the best cats ever-and it's easy to see why. If you're an Egyptian mau fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its roots as a prized animal in ancient Egypt to how it came to the United States with a Russian princess. You'll also want to find out how to care for the Egyptian...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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What's that unusual cat with almost no hair? It's the sphynx! Sphynx cats have thin layers of fur, large ears, and slim bodies. They're also friendly and playful. Their owners think they are the best cats ever-and it's easy to see why. If you're a sphynx fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its indoor lifestyle to how sphynx cats got their start. You'll also want to find out how to care for the sphynx. So check out this go-to guide...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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What's that dog with the long body, soft ears, and loyal personality? It's the dachshund! Dachshunds are sweet dogs with clownish attitudes and bold streaks of independence. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever - and it's easy to see why. If you're a dachshund fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its strong bark and great potential as a watchdog to its history as a badger hunter in Germany. You'll also want to find out how...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
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What's that cat with the fluffy coat, large build, and gentle personality? It's the ragdoll! Ragdolls are sweet cats with bushy tails and big blue eyes. Their owners think they are the best cats ever-and it's easy to see why. If you're a ragdoll fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from the coloration of its fur to the way it goes limp just like a rag doll when it's held. You'll also want to find out how to care for the ragdoll. So check...
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Once considered the poor man's cocaine," methamphetamine has seeped into the mainstream in the United States. It is estimated that more than 12 million people have tried the drug, and 1.4 million used it during the past year. Meth-making operations have been uncovered in all fifty states and police departments across the nation now rank methamphetamine as the number one drug they battle today. In this eye-opening title, author Elaine Landau examines...
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Do you like ponies? Then you'll love learning all about the Shetland. Shetland ponies have small, broad heads and stocky bodies, and they're known for being hard workers. Did you know that Shetlands hauled coal in England's coal mines in the mid-1800's? Or that modern-day Shetlands sometimes help the blind by serving as guide ponies? Learn more about Shetlands in this fun and fascinating book!
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Do you like horses? Then you'll love learning all about the Arabian. Arabians are proud and graceful animals, and they have plenty of spirit. Did you know that Arabians served as war horses in the past? Or that an Arabian's skin is always black, no matter what color its coat is? Learn more about Arabians in this fun and fascinating book!
34) Rashes
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Provides basic information about rashes and their prevention.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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What's that huge dog with the short, coarse coat and mellow personality? It's the mastiff! Mastiffs are gentle giants with a calm and easygoing temperament. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever-and it's easy to see why. If you're a mastiff fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its therapeutic work in hospitals and nursing homes to its history of fighting with the Roman army. You'll also want to find out how to care for the...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The saxophone is a cool instrument that makes warm, lively sounds. Sax players pump life into rock songs, express themselves in jazz solos, and spice up Latin dance music. But is the saxophone the right instrument for you? Or would a different choice be better? Hear what professional sax players like about their instrument, and learn what skills a good sax player needs. Discover whether the saxophone is your best choice for making music.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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In 1492, three ships set sail. Ahead, the unknown high seas that no one had dared to cross. Where will Christopher Columbus and his men land? Will they discover a New World? Will they return alive to tell the tale? Would you sail with Columbus? What would your readers do?
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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Imagine yourself parachuting from a plane straight into a raging forest fire, or racing against the clock to disarm a ticking bomb while enemy forces lurk around you. For some people, this is just a typical day at work. They have some of the world's deadliest jobs…and you're about to join them! Explore these high-risk careers and see if you have the guts to do what they do!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In 1836, a small group of rebels inside the Alamo stood up against a Mexican army. The rebels, including Davey Crockett, Jim Bowie, and William Travis, were fighting for Texas independence. Would you or would you not join the rebels? What would your readers do?
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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It is 1773 in the British colony of Massachusetts. The British government is taxing the tea being imported to the colonies. The Sons of Liberty in Boston are against the taxes. What would you do? Would you join the colonists who boarded the ship to toss the tea into the harbor? Or would you follow the laws and pay the taxes? Readers learn about many of the important decisions in American history as they read about the Boston Tea Party.