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1) Ponds
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Even the smallest pond is a home for a myriad of plants and animals. This easy-to-follow volume demonstrates that accessible text and dynamic photographs are a perfect combination for introducing young readers to essential science topics. Readers will be delighted to meet the inhabitants of a pond, including frogs, minnows, ducklings, and even algae, which they'll learn can make a pond turn green. They'll be able, to apply this valuable information...
2) Rivers
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Rivers are such an essential part of Earth's geography. They bring freshwater for drinking, for irrigation, and for transportation, and don't forget fishing. This low-ATOS introduction to this critical water source explains many aspects about rivers and their inhabitants, aided by colorful photographs that will make readers want to explore these indispensable natural resources for themselves.
3) Caves
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Caves may seem like dark and scary places-and they can be-but there's much more to know about these amazing formations. This low-ATOS volume introduces early readers to these rocky holes in the earth. Accessible text and colorful photographs help them visualize these places and develop a deeper understanding what they are like, where they can be found, and how they form. Whether an aspiring geologist or simply a curious individual, readers will love...
4) Swamps
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English
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A swamp is an area of land that is often partially covered with water. This engaging volume fully covers the key facts about these wonderful wetlands. Accessible text is paired closely with colorful photographs, helping young readers develop a strong understanding of the book's content. A picture glossary and simple index introduce beginning readers to common book elements, while the subject matter introduces them to concepts important to elementary...
5) Reefs
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English
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Reefs are home to a wide variety of organisms, such as coral and many different plants. With the help of this captivating volume, early readers will learn all about the underwater areas that have been dubbed "rainforests of the sea." Accessible text is paired with closely related photographs in order to support the development of strong reading comprehension skills. This easy-to-follow, low-ATOS guide is the perfect way to introduce young readers...
6) Oceans
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The ocean is certainly a mysterious place, and this volume takes readers on a grand tour of the deep. They'll meet ocean animals, such as sea turtles and blue whales, learn about ocean plants, and discover they can encounter marine creatures for themselves at low tide. This informative guide introduces aspiring oceanographers to some important elementary science vocabulary and concepts, supported by colorful photographs that perfectly match the accessible...
7) Canyons
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English
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Canyons form over millions of years and provide us with some of the most awe-inspiring views on Earth. Readers of this engaging volume will learn all about these amazing formations-from how they form to where some of them are located. Low-ATOS level text introduces early readers to essential science curricula and correlates closely with colorful photographs, encouraging the development of strong comprehension skills. Budding geographers are sure to...
8) Rainforests
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
There is no need to get wet hiking into a rainforest to find out what lies under the canopy. In the pages of this entertaining yet accessible volume, readers will learn about conditions in the rainforest, a habitat that's home to half of all species of animals and plants on Earth. Vivid photographs reveal tropical rainforests as lively and vibrant places, while a simple narrative encourages beginning readers to become explorers of Earth's wonders....
9) Waterfalls
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English
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From the towering Angel Falls of Venezuela to the magnificent Niagara Falls straddling the United States and Canada, breathtaking waterfalls can be found all over the world. Even the smallest waterfalls with barely a trickle of water are a beautiful part of nature. With the help of this easy-to-follow guide, early readers will learn key information about these beautiful formations. Low-ATOS text pairs closely with eye-catching photographs, helping...
10) Lakes
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English
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Young readers are likely familiar with lakes on a basic level, but they may not know key details such as where the water that fills lakes comes from or where the world's deepest lake is located. With this captivating guide, readers will love learning all sorts of fun facts about lakes. Engaging subject matter introduces early readers to important elementary science curricula. Eye-catching photographs correlate closely with low-ATOS level text, supporting...
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