K. C Kelley
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
As the clock ticks down, the quarterback looks for an open receiver. The offensive line holds back the opposing team's strong defense, but they can't give the QB time forever. The wide receiver breaks away and the QB launches the ball. Touchdown! A good football team needs skill, practice, and a little bit of STEM. Explore the science, technology, engineering, and math behind the game of football. Sports and STEM? Score! Glossary of key words Index...
22) Deadly Dinos
Author
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Some of history's most ferocious meat-eaters--Tyrannosaurus rex, Velociraptor, and Allosaurus--are all on the prowl for their next meals. Meet all these deadly dinos and more inside! Additional features include informative captions and sidebars, a Think-About-It section, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, a table of contents, an index, and an introduction to the author. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary...
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English
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Dive to the depths with . . . MARINE BIOLOGISTS. Discover a new kind of sea creature! Save a whale from a fishing net! Swim with the dolphins, seals, and sea lions! Marine biologists simply can't do their work cooped up in a lab-they need to be out in the ocean, diving among the creatures they study. Inside, meet some world experts in marine biology and find out why they love their adventure-filled jobs. Every book in the SCIENTISTS IN ACTION! series...
24) Astronauts!
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English
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Describes the work and working conditions of astronauts.
25) WNBA Superstars
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Today's top WNBA players appear on TV, in arenas around the country, and in this book! Learn about the most talented players in the top women's pro league in the world. Additional features to enhance the text include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.
Women's professional basketball has grown significantly in popularity, and the talent within the WNBA is exceptional!...
26) Tom Brady
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Tom Brady is one of the best football players in history. So how did this incredible quarterback rise to the top? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Tom's early life and his many achievements. Each 24-page book in this series of introductory biographies features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The narrative text, colorful design, and colorful photos will speak to even...
27) Seasons
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This search-and-find book invites emergent readers to look for new vocabulary words and pictures while giving simple facts about the four seasons that we experience. Every season is covered to make a book that is a year long.
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English
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Enjoy our nation's capital as you watch the Washington Nationals take on Major League Baseball's best. Meet the top players, read stories of past and present, and check out all the key stats. Root, root, root for the home team as you become a Nationals expert! Additional features include a table of contents, informative captions, a diagram of the home field, a section on basic gear, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and...
29) Houston Rockets
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Houston Rockets one of the most exciting teams in the NBA. Readers will get a glimpse into the team's history, its home court, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative captions, an introduction to the author, a phonetic glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research including websites, a look at the...
30) Michael Jackson
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Known as the King of Pop, Michael Jackson is one of the most amazing entertainers in history. His catchy songs became number-one hits in many countries. In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Michael's early life and his path to the top of the charts and the pop music world. Each 24-page book in this series of introductory biographies features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction....
31) Miami Marlins
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Head to sunny Florida to watch the Miami Marlins take on Major League Baseball's best. Meet the top players, read stories of past and present, and check out all the key stats. Root, root, root for the home team as you become a Marlins expert! Additional features include a table of contents, informative captions, a diagram of the home field, a section on basic gear, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and information about...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 Soccer Superstars, readers get a chance to meet stars from the world's most popular sport--then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features international heroes from yesterday and today. Outstanding photography, fact-packed sidebars and captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources...
33) Zoo
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Let's visit the home of the animals with a trip to the zoo! Aimed at emergent readers and packed with colorful, behind-the-scenes images, this title is a pass to visit animals from around the world and the people who care for them.
Author
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 Power Pitchers, readers get a chance to meet the most feared, flame-throwing strikeout stars --then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features high-speed hurlers from yesterday and today. Who's the fastest? Who has the most wins? Who's the best? In this high-interest series, readers will learn about...
35) Theater
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Let's visit the home of drama, comedy, music, and more at the theater! Aimed at emergent readers and packed with colorful, behind-the-scenes images, this title is a front-row ticket to the magical world of actors, scenery, makeup, and more.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Learn about the key players and big wins that have made the Los Angeles Clippers one of the most exciting teams in the NBA. Readers will get a glimpse into the team's history, its home court, its fans, and the team's most memorable moments. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative captions, an introduction to the author, a phonetic glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research including websites, a look at...
37) Baby Elephants
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This search-and-find book invites emergent readers to look for new vocabulary words and pictures while giving simple facts about baby elephants, including a tour of key body parts.
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English
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Grab a tasty German sausage and watch the Milwaukee Brewers take on Major League Baseball's best. Meet the top players, read stories of past and present, and check out all the key stats. Root, root, root for the home team as you become a Brewers expert! Additional features include a table of contents, informative captions, a diagram of the home field, a section on basic gear, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and information...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 African American Athletes, readers get a chance to meet sports stars from football, tennis, golf, basketball, and more--then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features pioneering heroes from yesterday and today. Outstanding photography, fact-packed sidebars and captions, a table of contents, a phonetic...
Author
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Who's Number 1? It's every sports fan's biggest question. In Top 10 Home Run Hitters, readers get a chance to meet the best long-ball sluggers ever--then it's up to them to decide who tops the list. Stats, stories, and facts help each reader have their own opinion. The book features home run heroes from yesterday and today. Outstanding photography, fact-packed sidebars and captions, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research,...