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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
620L
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English
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This fascinating picture book memoir about NASA astronaut Scott Kelly takes readers on a journey through his childhood as an average student to his record-breaking year among the stars. --
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Ancient people from many different cultures all looked up and imagined pictures in the sky by "drawing" a line from one star to another, like a connect-the-dots puzzle. These star pictures--constellations--represented myths and legends from the various cultures that still fascinate us today. Author Stephanie Sabol relates many of the most popular constellation stories and explains what stars actually are: how they formed, why they die, and how they're...
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Simon Spotlight
Pub. Date
2021
Physical Desc
1 online resource
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English
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Learn about the moon in the first book in this new, nonfiction Level 1 Ready-to-Read series about the universe that’s perfect for kids who love science and space! Everyone loves Earth’s little neighbor: the moon! It lights up our night sky, guides our oceans, and so much more. Beginning readers will love learning all about the moon in this fact-filled Level 1 Ready-to-Read.
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DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023
Physical Desc
1 online resource
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English
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-- Stars and Galaxies The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexile so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about the night sky they can see - and beyond!
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Publisher
ABRAMS
Pub. Date
2019
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
1 online resource
Language
English
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On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong took “one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind” when the Apollo 11 landed on the moon. But it wasn’t just one man who got us to the moon. Rocket to the Moon!
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English
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Discover the history of the space race in this exciting and riveting nonfiction title! Elementary readers will learn about the Kennedy Space Station, the Cold War, Sputnik, the first astronauts and cosmonauts to make it into space, and the first landing on the moon. Through captivating images, impressive facts, and informational text with Time For Kids© content, readers will be enthralled and inspired by the amazing accomplishments that occurred...
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Travel to the 22nd century in this captivating nonfiction title that allows readers to discover the future of space. Elementary readers will be fascinated with the possibilities that may await human life in the future. Readers will learn about the technology that may be used to one day allow humans to live on another planet, new worlds, alien life, and artificial intelligence. Featuring Time For Kids© content, informational text, engaging diagrams,...
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Did you know that the surface of the sun is hot enough to make diamonds boil? Or that one year on Neptune is 165 Earth years? Or that space is thought to smell like... burnt steak?? Find out all this and more, in this comprehensive, hilarious outer space adventure from Mike Lowery! Perfect for fans of Dog Man who love nonfiction, this is the definitive, go-to book about everything AWESOME you EVER wanted to know about all things outer space Uncover...
12) Horses Up Close
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English
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There are seven million horses in the United States! Early readers will learn all about horses and stallions in this appealing nonfiction title that features vibrant photos, captivating facts, and simple, informative text. With a picture glossary and helpful definitions, readers will discover there is much to learn as they move from cover to cover.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Discover how Neil deGrasse Tyson became one of the world’s most successful and well-known scientists in this new addition to the #1 New York Times When he was nine years old, Neil deGrasse Tyson went on a trip that would change his life. While visiting the Hayden Planetarium at the Museum of Natural History in New York City, he discovered the world of astronomy and felt like the universe was calling to him. He answered that call by diving deep into...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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When it comes to mapping the Milky Way, scientists know one thing for sure. They know that there is still a lot that they do not know! Discover how they study the Milky Way, and learn about the galaxy that we call home. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Smithsonian Informational Text builds students' reading skills while engaging their curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Landsat satellites orbit the earth to get images. Learn how these images are made using heat. Then, find out how these cutting-edge satellites are helping save the planet! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Smithsonian Informational Text builds students' reading skills while engaging their curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that guides students through every...
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In this encouraging nonfiction reader, children visit an actual space camp! Readers will learn what astronauts eat, where they sleep, and how they prepare for journeys into space through the help of robots and stimulators. Featuring vibrant images, informative text, and fun, interesting facts, readers are encouraged to discover what they would want to explore in space!
18) The Moon
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The moon is the largest object in the night sky. Young readers will learn about the moon's phases, surface, and how humans have explored our closest space neighbor.
20) Saturn
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Saturn has the largest and most complex ring system of any planet in the solar system. Young learners will read about Saturn's discovery, its physical traits, and how the sixth planet in the solar system has been explored.
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