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61) Marine biome
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Readers will learn about the three main marine biomes, which are oceans, coral reefs, and estuaries (where rivers meet oceans). The text will focus on water temperatures, and the very unique plants and animals that live in salty marine biomes.
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A very simple introduction to the location, climate, special geographic features, and incredible animal life unique to the Atlantic Ocean. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author. The world's oceans cover more than 70 percent of Earth's surface. But how much do children really know about our...
63) Water from Rain
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People and animals and plants all need water. What do people use water for? They get water from the rain. We all know that rain comes down from the sky.
64) Indian Ocean
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Submarine volcanoes and giant mountain chains lie deep below the Indian Ocean's surface. Where the Indian Ocean ends has been debated, but it's indisputably nestled between Africa, Asia, and Australia. Prone to torrential rain and cyclones, the Indian Ocean will enthrall curious minds!
65) Arctic Ocean
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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The Arctic Ocean is the smallest ocean in the world. Located on the North Pole, it touches Asia, Europe, and North America. For many months, the sun does not rise over the Arctic, and when summer arrives, the ice barely melts! Young readers will enjoy finding out more about this unfamiliar ocean and its impact on the world.
66) Atlantic Ocean
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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For hundreds of years, travelers have braved the waters of the Atlantic Ocean, often trying to steer clear of the mysterious Bermuda Triangle! Islands have formed from the Mid-Atlantic Ridge located deep below the Atlantic Ocean's surface. Discover more about the Atlantic Ocean and grasp important geography terms in this title for young students.
67) Southern Ocean
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Southern Ocean, also known as the Antarctic Ocean, was not officially recognized as a distinct body of water until the year 2000. Krill, lantern fish, and whales can all be found in this ocean's chilly waters. Explore the Southern Ocean's climate, currents, and sea life in this engaging title for beginning readers.
68) Pacific Ocean
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Covering nearly one-third of Earth's surface, the Pacific Ocean is a treasure trove of natural resources and is home to many magnificent creatures. The Pacific Ocean has the deepest ocean trench called the Challenger Deep. It's more than 35,800 feet below the surface! Learn more about the largest ocean in this exciting title for young readers.
69) Look, a ray!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about rays. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build nonfiction learning skills.
70) Creek critters
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Do you like scavenger hunts? How do you tell if creek water is clean and healthy? Join Lucas and his sister as they act like scientists looking for certain kinds of bugs (aquatic macro-invertebrates) that can only survive in unpolluted waters. What will they find as they turn over rocks, pick up leaves and sort through the mud? Read along to find out if their creek gets a passing grade"--
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A very simple introduction to the location, climate, special geographic features, and incredible animal life unique to the Pacific Ocean. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author. But how much do children really know about our planet's main bodies of water? Oceans of the World gives readers the...
72) Hurricanes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Presents information about hurricanes, explaining what they are, how they are formed, how scientists categorize them, and how some of the worst of them have affected coastal populations.
73) The Indian Ocean
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A very simple introduction to the location, climate, special geographic features, and incredible animal life unique to the Indian Ocean. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled callouts, detailed photographs, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author. But how much do children really know about our planet's main bodies of water? Oceans of the World gives readers the...
74) The water cycle
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The amount of water on Earth today is the same amount that will be on it tomorrow! How is this possible? Through understandable descriptions and helpful graphic organizers, readers are introduced to the water cycle. Full-color photographs and fun fact boxes supplement the main content, which takes readers through the cycle step by step. Basic science concepts such as precipitation, evaporation, and groundwater are explored, and readers are presented...
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Discover Galveston Bay takes readers to the water's edge, where they will learn about the bay's atmosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. Galveston Bay is the largest estuary in Texas, and the Galveston Bay area is home to around half the population of Texas. It also houses the Christmas Bay Coastal Preserve, which is untouched by human activity. Rich in shellfish, including the majority of oysters harvested in Texas, Galveston Bay is one...
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Discover Monterey Bay takes readers to the water's edge, where they will learn about the bay's atmosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. Part of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, Monterey Bay is teeming with a variety of plant and animal life. The bay is also home to an underwater canyon 11,800 feet deep, and the world-famous Monterey Bay Aquarium promotes protection and conservation of marine life. Colorful maps, diagrams, and...
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Discover Chesapeake Bay takes readers to the water's edge, where they will learn about the bay's atmosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. These four very different systems create a unique environment in and around Chesapeake Bay, the largest estuary in the United States. Readers will experience 200 miles of shoreline teeming with more than 3,600 species of animals and plants. Colorful maps, diagrams, and photos provide a close-up view of...
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Discover Apalachicola Bay takes readers to the water's edge, where they will learn about the bay's atmosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. Apalachicola Bay is part of the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve. The bay is surrounded by four islands, covers 208 square miles, and is one of the most biologically diverse areas of Florida. Its waters are home to many marine animal species, including the endangered West Indian manatee....
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Discover San Francisco Bay takes readers to the water's edge, where they will learn about the bay's atmosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere. Life in the San Francisco Bay area is diverse. More than 1,000 animal and plant species coexist with humans on and around the bay's shoreline. The bay is home to the Golden Gate Bridge, multiple international airports, and America's fifth-largest seaport. Colorful maps, diagrams, and photos provide...
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