Karen Latchana Kenney
101) Real-Life Princes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Introduce young readers to real-life princes and social studies concepts through this high-interest title. Through simple and accessible text, readers will learn about princes' lives and responsibilities.
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The US Supreme Court is the head of the judicial branch of the federal government. It is the highest court in the land, with thousands of cases appealed to it every year. One of those history-making cases was Korematsu v. The United States, which addressed the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II. Readers will follow this case from beginning to end, including the social and political climates that led up to it and the effects it...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In this engaging title, young readers learn how temperature works! Different temperature scales are explained, as is temperature's affect on molecules and different states of matter. These properties are illustrated by the creation, movement, and melting of glaciers. Ice ages and global warming are included, as are their affects on the delicate temperature balance of Earth. Colorful infographics make atoms, atomic structure, how the sun heats Earth,...
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In this book, early fluent readers will learn all about grasshoppers. Vivid, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the insects' defining features, anatomy, and appearance, as well as its habitats, life cycle stages, and behaviors, such as swarming. Take a Look! infographics and sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend learning....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In this engaging title, young readers learn about the form of energy that is sound! Sound waves and their wavelengths are discussed, as are the vibrations of molecules, acoustics, and how the ear interprets sound. These properties are illustrated by the making and hearing of music. Colorful infographics make decibels, amplitude, frequency, and ear anatomy easily accessible, and prominent contributors such as Ludwig van Beethoven are featured. A fun...
106) The Civil War
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It was a battle that divided the country in a painful war. But what were the causes and who were the key players of the Civil War? Explore the battle between North and South with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding that aids comprehension....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Most people believe Thomas Edison was the mastermind of motion pictures. But what if another budding inventor filed a patent for a movie camera just before Edison? Photographer William Friese-Greene was well on his way to being the champion of movies before Edison shot his first film. You'll be on the edge of your seat as Edison and Friese-Greene face off to be the first to bring movies to the public. Dramatic technological advancements, unfortunate...
108) River Otters
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A group of river otters takes turns sliding into the water. Webbed feet help them paddle, while waterproof fur keeps their skin dry. These are a few of many adaptations that help river otters survive the wetlands. This title for young readers introduces the adaptations of river otters through leveled text and bright photos. Additional features highlight the range, physical adaptations, and diet of these playful critters!
109) Respiratory System
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In this book, early fluent readers will explore the role of the respiratory system in a healthy, functioning body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the amazing world inside themselves. An infographic illustrates the location of the respiratory system within the body, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the respiratory...
110) Muscular System
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In this book, early fluent readers will explore the role of the muscular system in a healthy, functioning body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the amazing world inside themselves. An infographic illustrates the location of the muscular system within the body, and an activity offers readers an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the muscular system...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In this engaging title, young readers learn about the different states of matter! Atoms and molecules are explained, as are elements and the periodic table. The three main states of matter solid, liquid, gas are covered, as are the properties of each and the role of energy in their changing from one form to another. These properties are illustrated by the birth and collapse of stars. The rare states of matter plasma and Bose-Einstein condensate are...
113) Termites
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In Termites, early fluent readers discover the amazing world of termites and the structures they build. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they explore the intricacies of termite habitats. An infographic illustrates a termite nest, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about termites using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites....
114) Solar Energy
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Solar energy harnesses the power of the sun. This clean, renewable energy is growing in its technology and popularity. Readers will learn how it works, how it compares to other forms of energy, and how they may get involved in this exciting growing field some day. Get ready for an Energy Revolution!
116) The Great Depression
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The Great Depression plunged the United States into years of uncertainty that challenged the whole country. Discover the causes of the depression, how the people of the world were impacted, and what took the nation out of the era? Explore the struggle of the 1930s with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make...
117) Real-Life Queens
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Readers follow real-life queens to learn about what their lives look like and what their responsibilities are. This introduction to a high-interest topic introduces social studies concepts using simple, accessible text.
118) Axolotls
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about the axolotl, also called the Mexican walking fish. Readers learn about this fully aquatic salamander and their status of nearly extinct. Includes a bit about their home in Lake Xochimilco near Mexico City. Learn about their feeding habits, predators, and life cycle. Includes fun facts, table of contents, glossary, further resources, and index.
119) Teen Pregnancy
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This title examines how teen pregnancy affects individuals and society around the globe, investigates how people are working to educate and support teens, and analyzes the controversies and conflicting viewpoints surrounding the issue. Features include a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and essential facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Trying to process economic information can leave you at a loss. You need to understand the connections in global markets (where was your cell phone made?), the crazy variety of currencies (from dollars to kronor), and the high stakes of spending (wants versus needs). How can all these statistics and concepts make more sense? Infographics! The charts, maps, and illustrations in this book tell a visual story to help you better understand key concepts...