Claire Throp
2) Marie Curie
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1000L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"This series will tell the amazing stories of inspiring people who have made a difference and changed the world, despite the odds stacked against them. They will detail the characters' humble origins, the obstacles standing in their way that had to be overcome, and discuss the successes and achievements for which they are lauded today. This book tells the story of Marie Curie, who discovered radium and realized its potential for treating cancer. She...
3) South Africa
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
970L
Language
English
Formats
Description
This book briefly examines the history, people, and environment of the country of South Africa.
4) Israel
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
This book describes the country of Israel, including information on history, geography, culture, economy, government, and more.
5) Seals
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1010L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Introduces seals and their habitats, food, life cycles, behavior, and the threats they face.
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Books in this series introduce children to different parts of plants. Simple, accessible text breaks down crucial concepts and key vocabulary, and stunning photographs of a wide variety of plants show how diverse plants can be. In All About Roots, children learn about roots, including where they can be found, what they look like and the vital jobs they do for plants.
Author
Language
English
Description
From pasta to paper, the inventions of the Ancient Chinese remain part of everyday life in our modern world. Learn how items like wheelbarrows, the first toothbrushes, and early earthquake detectors have evolved into devices we know today and discover just how big of an impact the Ancient Chinese have had on your life.
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Books in this series introduce children to different parts of plants. Simple, accessible text breaks down crucial concepts and key vocabulary, and stunning photographs of a wide variety of plants show how diverse plants can be. In All About Flowers, children learn about flowers, including where they can be found, what they look like and the vital job they do for plants.
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Books in this series introduce children to different parts of plants. Simple, accessible text breaks down crucial concepts and key vocabulary, and stunning photographs of a wide variety of plants show how diverse plants can be. In All About Stems, children learn about stems, including where they can be found, what they look like and the vital jobs they do for plants.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Did you know dinosaurs lived on Earth millions of years ago? Find out all about dinosaurs' senses, life cycles, behavior, and more in this fact-filled book. It's perfectly designed to introduce young children to the wonders of nonfiction. Stunning art and photos of dinosaurs and artifacts give readers an up-close look at these incredible creatures.
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Books in the Fantasy Field Trips series take the reader on field trips to the most unlikely of destinations! In this book, turn on the enshrinkifier as we prepare to shrink in size and take a tour of the human body. Our 'tour' includes visits to all the main vital organs, as well as taking a look at bones, blood, and muscles along the way!
12) All About Leaves
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Books in this series introduce children to different parts of plants. Simple, accessible text breaks down crucial concepts and key vocabulary, and stunning photographs of a wide variety of plants show how diverse plants can be. In All About Leaves, children learn about leaves, including where they can be found, what they look like and the vital job they do for plants.
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Books in the Fantasy Field Trips series take the reader on field trips to the most unlikely of destinations! In this book, strap yourself in as we prepare to blast off to explore a space station far above the Earth's surface. Our 'tour' includes a look at daily life on board, how astronauts exercise, work and even go to the toilet, and how astronauts and their supplies are transported between Earth and the space station.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
How many bones are in the human body? Find out all about the body and how it works in this fact-filled book. It's perfectly designed to introduce young children to the wonders of nonfiction. Stunning art and photos give readers an up-close look at our body parts and systems, and how they all work together to keep us going!
15) All About Seeds
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Books in this series introduce children to different parts of plants. Simple, accessible text breaks down crucial concepts and key vocabulary, and stunning photographs of a wide variety of plants show how diverse plants can be. In All About Seeds, children learn about seeds, including where they can be found, what they look like and the vital job they do for plants.
16) Ice Dancing
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
From the athletic moves to the costumes and music, ice dancing is a beautiful sport. Learn everything from the basics and the rules to the history of this breathtaking sport. It will have you wanting to lace up your skates!
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
The year is 1939. Germany, led by Adolf Hitler, has invaded Poland. The world is about to enter into the biggest and most terrible war in history. But from the depths of despair rose some very courageous, selfless individuals, such as Sophie Scholl, Violette Szabo and Raymond Aubrac, who risked their lives for the sakes of others in need, often for no gain and with no recognition. Here are some of their incredible stories…
18) Italy
Author
Series
Publisher
Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
[2012]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
910L
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color), maps (some color) ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the geography, history, government, economy, people, lifestyle, religion, language, arts, leisure, festivals, and food of Italy.
19) Orcas
Author
Publisher
Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
[2013]
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
990L
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discover many things about the killer whale known as the Orca and the research which is being done to help them to continue to survive in the wild.
20) England
Author
Series
Publisher
Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
2012.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
970L
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations (mostly color), color maps ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the geography, history, government, economy, people, lifestyle, religion, language, arts, leisure, festivals, and food of England.