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61) The shark book
Author
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
33 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 27 cm
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
"Sharp teeth, super senses, and those infamous fins--what's not to love about sharks? Caldecott Honor-winning team Steve Jenkins and Robin Page explore one of the world's most notorious--and fearsome--animals. Learn what makes a shark a shark, what sharks like to eat, and how these predators of the deep have evolved. Ever wonder which shark is the smallest? Or the fastest? Even the most deadly? You'll find your answers in The Shark Book, with countless...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The outside layer of our planet is an active place. Earth's crust is always growing and changing. But do you know how Earth's crust forms? And what happens when its plates shift suddenly? Find out more about the moves that make mountains and ocean ridges in this interesting book!
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
720L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Did you know that the same wind that messes up your hair can be used to create energy? How exactly do you harness the wind? And what is the effect on the environment? Read this book to find out all about wind energy.
64) Sinkholes
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In Sinkholes, early fluent readers learn about the conditions that lead to and result from catastrophic sinkholes. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about the deadliest sinkholes and how to stay safe in areas with sinkholes.
An infographic illustrates how a sinkhole forms, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about sinkholes using our...
Author
Language
English
Description
Fossil Fuels are an important part of the Earth. Humans have come to rely on them as a source of energy. What exactly are fossil fuels? How does our dependence on them harm the environment? What are alternate sources of energy and how do we reverse the damage we've already done? Endangered Energy answers these questions by engaging readers with lively text, graphic features, and stunning photography. Readers will discover why fossil fuels matter to...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Illustrated instructions guide readers through Earth Science experiments pertaining to changes on Earth, including plate tectonics, erosion, the greenhouse effect, and glaciers. An engaging way to support the Next Generation Science Standards. Experiments are simple, accessible, and something that could be used at a science fair, in the classroom, or at home. Exploring changes on Earth has never been simpler.
67) Oak Trees
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In Oak Trees, emergent readers will learn how to identify an oak tree. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage beginning readers as they discover how oak trees change each season.
A labeled diagram helps readers identify different parts of an oak tree, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about oak trees online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites....
68) Flowers
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In Flowers, beginning readers will learn about different types of flowers. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover how to tell the difference between flowers and other plants.
A labeled diagram helps readers identify different parts of a flower, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about flowers online using our safe search engine that provides relevant,...
69) Seeds
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In Seeds, young readers will learn about different types of seeds. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover how to identify common seeds in nature.
A labeled diagram helps readers identify parts of a seed, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about seeds online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Seeds also features...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Young children are naturally curious about the world around them. Tell Me Why There is Day and Night offers answers to their most compelling questions about the rotation of the earth. Age-appropriate explanations and appealing photos encourage readers to continue their quest for knowledge. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words.
71) Maple Trees
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In Maple Trees, early readers will learn how to identify a maple tree. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they discover how maple trees change each season.
A labeled diagram helps readers identify different parts of a maple tree, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about maple trees online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites....
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Earthquakes can leave people and property in bad shape. At times, they can be deadly. Find out about the science of studying earthquakes and the men and women who track the movements of the ground below us. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Smithsonian Informational Text builds students' reading skills while engaging their curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge...
73) Wind
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Through stunning photographs and simple text, books in this series introduce children to different types of weather. In Wind, children learn what wind does, how the wind can vary in strength from gentle breezes to hurricanes and tornadoes, and how the wind can help us.
74) Rain
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Through stunning photographs and simple text, books in this series introduce children to different types of weather. In Rain, children learn how rain forms, what floods and droughts are, and why rain is an important part of our weather.
75) Clouds
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Through stunning photographs and simple text, books in this series introduce children to different types of weather. In Clouds, children learn about different types of clouds, what clouds are made of, how they form, and why clouds are an important part of our weather.
76) Sunshine
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Through stunning photographs and simple text, books in this series introduce children to different types of weather. In Sunshine, children learn what sunshine is, how the sun moves, when the sun is strongest, how to stay safe in the sun, and why sunshine is an important part of our weather.
77) Snow
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Through stunning photographs and simple text, books in this series introduce children to different types of weather. In Snow, children learn what snow is made of, how it is formed, and why it is an important part of our weather.
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Through stunning photographs and simple text, books in this series introduce children to different types of weather. In Thunder and Lightning, children learn about different types of lightning, what thunder and lightning are, what causes lightning, and how to stay safe when thunderstorms occur.
80) Earth vs. Mars
Author
Language
English
Description
Mars and Earth share many features. Maybe one day, cities full of people will be another thing they share! But how similar are the planets, really? Which features aid in supporting human life, and which will make colonization more difficult? Find out what kinds of preparations are underway to make living on Mars possible. Full-color photos give readers a look at this future vacation destination. 21st Century sidebars discuss technological advancements,...
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