Lucia Raatma
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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"Why is Lonnie Johnson important? He invented the Super Soaker! Readers follow his journey from a NASA engineer working on missions to Jupiter and Saturn to becoming the inventor of one of the most popular toys in the United States. This story of hard work is filled with engaging text and colorful images, all reviewed by Smithsonian experts"--
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What does it take to be a soldier? Strength and intelligence both play a part, but soldiers need extra help to do their job of defending their country. Enter technology such as satellites, robotics, and computers. Learn all about these forms of technology and the scientific principles behind them.
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How can you prevent playground accidents? What clothes can help you stay safe when playing on equipment? Why are soft surfaces important on playgrounds? Look inside to find the answers to these questions and more. By learning a few rules, you can stay safe hand have fun on the playground.
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How Do We Live Together: Deer, opens young eyes to the bustling world around them and gently encourages early learning. Boys and girls will see how deer care for their young, and find out where they live, what they eat and how they behave. Readers are encouraged to think critically about how we share our backyards with these wonderful animals.
28) Water Safety
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Explains various ways to stay safe in, on, or near water, and what to do in certain emergencies. Photographs and sidebars further describe more complex issues and concepts. Living Well is a comprehensive collection that teaches young readers how to stay safe and healthy in everyday life. These books present a wide range of health- and safety-related topics in a calm, straightforward manner, easing readers' fears and helping them absorb the facts....
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Grandpas like to teach and play. They give big hugs and lots of love. Using simple text (with an Accelerated Reader ATOS level of 1.0 or below) and colorful photos, this book shows how important a grandpa is to every family. Back matter includes a glossary, common core questions, and much more.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Briefly introduces the life and accomplishments of Langston Hughes, an African American writer who shared his views on racism through his poetry and prose, as well as through poetry readings. The most highly recognized series on African Americans celebrates Black History Month all year long! Journey to Freedom: The African American Library provides fascinating information on the heroic stories of African Americans who have played leading roles in...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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It's hard to imagine something bad happening in your neighborhood. After all, home is where you feel safest! This book teaches young readers how to keep their neighborhood a safe place and what to do if that safety is compromised. Living Well is a comprehensive collection that teaches young readers how to stay safe and healthy in everyday life. These books present a wide range of health- and safety-related topics in a calm, straightforward manner,...
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Meet the king of the dinosaurs, Tyrannosaurus rex, as it roamed the late Cretaceous period. The simple, easy-to-read text and action-packed illustrations in this series let readers get up close and personal with the remarkable creatures that roamed our planet millions of years ago. Activities for further learning Glossary of key words Index Photo Captions Table of contents With their incredible size and fascinating history, dinosaurs and other prehistoric...
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There's often nothing better than being outdoors, but there's one piece of advice kids should always remember: be prepared. This book teaches kids to watch out for and deal with the dangers they may encounter outdoors. Living Well is a comprehensive collection that teaches young readers how to stay safe and healthy in everyday life. These books present a wide range of health- and safety-related topics in a calm, straightforward manner, easing readers'...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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An introduction to the period in the 1920s known as the Harlem Renaissance, when the expression of African American creativity in many forms flourished. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary,a time line, a Think-About-It section, and an index. Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Phonetics Photo captions Sources for further...
37) Home Safety
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Explains various ways to stay safe in the home, and what to do in certain emergencies. Photographs and sidebars further describe more complex issues and concepts. Living Well is a comprehensive collection that teaches young readers how to stay safe and healthy in everyday life. These books present a wide range of health- and safety-related topics in a calm, straightforward manner, easing readers' fears and helping them absorb the facts. Students will...
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Sisters play, giggle, and love. Having a sister is having a best friend for life. Simple text and sweet photos show how great it is to have a sister. Extensive back matter including common core questions, a glossary, index, and more complete this title. All of this plus an Accelerated Reader ATOS level of 1.0 or below make this a great addition to any collection.
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Meet the swift Velociraptor of the late Cretaceous period. The simple, easy-to-read text and action-packed illustrations in this series let readers get up close and personal with the remarkable creatures that roamed our planet millions of years ago. Activities for further learning Glossary of key words Index Photo Captions Table of contents With their incredible size and fascinating history, dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures have long captured...