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4041) Hurricane Harvey
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Hurricane Harvey takes an in-depth look at the destruction wrought by 2017's Hurricane Harvey in Texas and the Gulf Coast and the ensuing cleanup efforts. Features include essential facts, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
4042) The Climate Crisis
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This book explores the crisis of climate change, highlighting its causes, effects, and solutions, as well as the debates and challenges related to climate change that remain today. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, two Case Study special features, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Voyager level, aligned to reading levels of grades 5-6...
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In autumn, crops are harvested, leaves change color, and school begins. Readers follow easy step-by-step instructions to create unique crafts as they learn about fall. Readers will discover an ancient Chinese legend about the moon harvest and the scientific reason we have a fall season. They'll also read about symbols, holidays, and special events that take place during this colorful time of year and get creative.
4044) What Is the Tundra?
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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The tundra is the most remote and least inhabited biome on Earth. Few people get to see these remote and foreboding landscapes. Readers will learn what can live in these harsh environments and why such an unwelcoming place is essential to all life on Earth. Vibrant color photographs help students get a complete picture of the tundra. "Compare and Contrast" and "Think About It" boxes allow readers to put what they have learned to use and expand that...
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Analyzing the importance of Thailand's blue economy, this report considers ways to mobilize and scale up private sector investment in areas such as aquaculture and marine renewable energy to help bolster sustainable blue development. It explains why factors such as limited awareness of ocean economy opportunities, a lack of investment-ready at-scale projects, and insufficient monitoring are proving a barrier to investors. The report shows how creating...
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This urgent title examines the typical climate of the West, how climate change is affecting it, and ways the region can fight against and adapt to the climate emergency. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of...
4047) Climate Change
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Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, these books explore environmentalism through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. In Climate Change, the text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of this environmental issue. As they read, students will develop questions about the text, and use evidence from a variety of sources in order to form conclusions. Data-focused back-matter is included,...
4048) Wind Power
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Wind blows across Earth with an enormous force, but how can we harness it to power our lives? Discover the answer to this critical question and find out how sustainability is being achieved through science as the energy industry evolves in its quest to find solutions to our energy crisis. In this inspiring science book readers will find out why we burn fossil fuels, the harm it is causing, and why evolution in the wind power industry could make it...
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This urgent title examines the typical climate of the Southwest, how climate change is affecting it, and ways the region can fight against and adapt to the climate emergency. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels...
4051) Hydropower
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Hydropower makes use of the energy in flowing water. This clean, renewable energy is growing in its technology and popularity. Readers will learn how it is harnessed, 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!
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Did you know that only 5% of the Earth's oceans have been explored? Underwater investigators are on a mission to find out more! These passionate people come from different backgrounds with interests that range from science to shipwrecks. But they all share a deep respect for life under the sea. Learn more about underwater exploration with this nonfiction math book that uses real-world examples of problem solving to build students' math and reading...
4053) The Haiti Earthquake
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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On January 12, 2010, a 7.0-magnitude earthquake rocked the country of Haiti. The damage trapped thousands of people under rubble and toppled more than 100,000 buildings. In this hi/lo text, reluctant readers will learn about the earthquake and its aftermath. Special features show a map of the areas affected, the shockwave of the earthquake, and a timeline of the events.
4054) Little Massachusetts
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The treasures of Massachusetts brought to board book form for the youngest book lovers. Toddlers will delight in this book filled with rhyming riddles framed by brightly painted clues, introducing the elements that make Massachusetts so special.
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1030L
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"Explaining how the wind works, what windmills have contributed to the past, and why they offer environmental promise today as a source of clean, renewable energy, this revised and updated edition offers a glimpse into all the current and historical uses for wind power. Featuring new information on wind energy technology and wind farms, new photographs, and 24 wind-related activities--from keeping track of household energy use and conducting science...
4057) Explore Neptune
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"Did you know that Neptune is the windiest planet in the solar system? Discover more about Neptune in this exciting look at the farthest planet from the sun"--
4058) The ocean alphabet book
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
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600L
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English
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Introduces the letters A to Z by describing fish and other creatures living in the North Atlantic Ocean.
4059) Caribou are awesome
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Herds of caribou are found in the Arctic. Together, they migrate across the tundra each year. Find out how these polar animals find food, raise young, and stay away from predators. Learn the difference between caribou and reindeer.
4060) Rain
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Readers will learn about how rain is made and why it and the water cycle are so important to life on Earth. This title is informative yet simple. Big text and simple sentences combined with vibrant photographs will entertain readers, teach them scientific facts, and strengthen their reading skills. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
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