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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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From horse-drawn buggies to cars, this carefully leveled text compares and contrasts transportation of the past to transportation of the present! Colorful photographs engage young readers, while age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build nonfiction-learning skills.
23) Bunny and Chick
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Bunny and Chick are so... different. Can they find a way to work together to fill their Easter basket? Celebrate individuality and friendship as you discover what the two friends share in this rhyming story full of springtime surprises!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
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Español
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Henna has been used to create body art by many different cultures for thousands of years. Featuring TIME For Kids content, this nonfiction reader introduces students to the history of henna body art, explores its cultural importance, and invites students to create their own henna designs. This high-interest Spanish book includes detailed images, stimulating facts, and clear, informational text to engage English language learners as they build their...
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Trade routes gave rise to the ancient kingdoms in Africa, providing a rich history in culture, trade, and tradition. This appealing book will allow readers to explore the civilization, people, culture, religion, history, and traditions of Sub-Saharan Africa through plenty of colorful photos, fascinating facts, a helpful glossary and index, and supportive text. Other highlighted topics include the Kush civilization, Askum Kingdom, Zagwe dynasty, Ghana,...
28) China
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English
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Chinese culture has changed greatly over the years, but the Chinese people still celebrate the great changes in their culture and nation. This appealing book will teach readers about the incredible history of China, the Great Wall, and the various dynasties that ruled, including the Shang, Zhou, Qin, Han, and Ming. Readers will also discover Chinese philosophies that are still practiced today, such as Confucianism and Taoism. The stunning photos,...
29) Greece
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This fascinating book reveals how various civilizations, Greek gods, and Greek wars influenced Greek culture. The beautiful images, stunning facts, and supportive text work together to teach readers about Greek philosophy, the city-states of Greece, Athens, Sparta, Acropolis, Minoan civilization, and Plato. Readers will be captivated by the vibrant photos and engaging facts about such incredible Greek creations that are still in our world today, like...
30) Halloween
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Most kids think about candy and costumes when they think about Halloween. Readers of this engaging volume will be excited to learn about the way other cultures celebrate and honor the dead, as well as their differing customs. They can round off their learning by making witch finger treats and mini ghost decorations.
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Comedy! Tragedy! The ancient Greeks were incredible storytellers. This book transports readers to ancient Greece, a culture of marvelous myths, brutal wars, and sacred traditions. Readers will love the diverse activities that reflect the many aspects of ancient Greek life: designing theater masks, constructing Hoplite shields, adorning Medusa headbands, and many others. Interactive creations, like plastic straw panpipes, will make readers feel like...
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Español
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The Songs We Sing: Honoring Our Country is aligned to the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts, addressing Literacy.
RI.1.8 and Literacy.
L.1.5. Words such as "spangled" from famous anthems are explained along with the patriotic and historical reasons for favorite American songs.
33) Elves
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For centuries, elves have been characters of myths and legends. Originating in Scandinavian tales, the folklore of elves has evolved over time. Today, many people associate elves with the memorable characters from the Lord of the Rings trilogy. However, various cultures from around the world have contributed to the modern-day perception of these creatures. This book explores the history of elves, their different cultural representations, and their...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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No matter how many times sightings of Bigfoot have been discredited, this legend won't be debunked. Diehard believers in the apelike beast take this as support that something is out there that doesn't want to be found! Readers are invited along on the journey to track down Bigfoot. They'll learn about some of the most famous encounters, photographic and video evidence, and recent theories. Armed with facts and lore, they can decide for themselves...
35) Seminole
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Readers will find a rich learning experience in this book about the Seminole, a Native American tribe originally from Florida. Readers will learn about how the Seminole tribe developed their own identity, as well as their colorful traditions and customs. This book also explains how the Seminole tribe changed after contact with the European settlers, and what life is like for the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma and the Seminole Tribe of Florida today....
36) Ute
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Utah is named after the Ute people. This fun fact is one of many waiting for readers to discover with each turn of the page. Through text that reflects essential social studies curriculum topics, readers explore the history and culture of the Ute people. Vibrant photographs and detailed historical images accompany the text. Readers are introduced to important figures in Ute history, as well as contemporary members of this Native American group who...
37) Navajo
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Within this carefully researched and detailed account of the Navajo people, readers will learn the origins and history of what is today the largest reservation-based Native American group in North America. The experiences of generations of Navajo have culminated in a people that today are fiercely proud of their heritage and of protecting their traditions and way of life in the modern world. This fascinating story invites readers to understand the...
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Español
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In the Arctic, survival is paramount. Yet, for thousands of years, people have made their home in present-day Canada and Alaska among the snow and ice. They value sharing and working together to make the coldest, toughest times of the year bearable. Through migration, hunting, and fishing, the peoples of the North American Arctic have made the best of their environment. Readers discover how and why people settled so far north as well as how they lived....
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Most native peoples live in modern homes today, but years ago, they lived in vastly different dwellings. These inventive buildings were constructed of available natural resources, such as wood, grass, and adobe bricks, without the use of machinery we rely on today. Readers will appreciate the vivid photographs that accompany the interesting text and surprising fact boxes in this indispensable volume, beneficial to any elementary social studies classroom....
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