Jill Sherman
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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The land beneath our feet gives life. Soil gives plants a place to grow. It is a natural resource that has shaped the way we live. However, we use it for more than just growing things. We grind up soil to create paints. We shape it into pottery. We heat it to make bricks for building homes and monuments. Color photographs, fact boxes, a hands-on activity, and "Words to Know" add more detail to this earth science book.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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This earth science volume makes science concepts accessible and fun, while also emphasizing some very important points. Earth itself is made of rocks and minerals. We use these natural resources in many ways. We build tall buildings with iron. We create pathways for electricity with copper. We absorb minerals' nutrients to keep our bodies healthy. We even wear precious gems and metals as decorations. These natural resources are precious and we must...
4) Fresh water
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
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Water, water, everywhere. Fresh water is one of Earth's most precious natural resources. All living things need water to survive, but humans also use water in many other ways. We cook with water. We clean with water. We use water to make paper and medicine. We even use it to make electricity. Natural resources are gifts that Earth gives us. The more we use it, the more important it is to take care of this supply. Color photos, fact boxes, a hands-on...
5) Fossil fuels
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Buried deep beneath Earth's surface is a very valuable natural resource. Fossil fuels power our world. We dig them up so that we can use them to create electricity. But they do so much more than that. They are the fuel that runs our planes, trains, cars, and trucks. From the asphalt of our streets to the ink on our money, fossil fuels improve our lives. We even use them to make everyday items like plastics. Readers learn even more about earth science...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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We share this Earth with many other species. Earth is home to fish and animal life. They are a treasured natural resource. We raise and hunt animals for food. We use their hides to keep us warm. We put them to work and train them to do tasks we cannot do ourselves. Vibrantly colored photographs of the natural resources, fact boxes, a hands-on activity, and "Words to Know" add more depth to this earth science book about natural resources.
7) Clean air
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
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With every breath, it is clear that air is an essential natural resource. This mixture of gases is invisible, but it is all around us. Clean air gives us the oxygen we need to live, but the mixture is always changing. Pollution from cars and factories changes the quality of our air. So do natural disasters, like volcanic eruptions. But with the right balance, Earth thrives. Natural resources like air are a gift, but we must use Earth's gifts responsibly....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Everything that we need, Earth provides. All across our planet, plants grow. Earth's forests and plants are one of our valuable natural resources. We pick their fruit, leaves, and seeds for food. We cut their wood for lumber. We harvest them for medicine. Even when we do nothing, plants give us oxygen to breathe. Natural resources are a gift from Earth, but we must use them responsibly. Just as Earth takes care of us, we must take care of its plants....
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The Komodo Dragon is the world's largest lizard! Readers will learn all about this real-life dragon that roams only a few small islands on Earth. Life science curriculum links are covered throughout. Critical thinking questions using the common core are also included.
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American actress Meghan Markle is not a typical royal. Upon hearing the news of her engagement to Prince Harry, royal watchers cheered the addition of a woman of color to the royal family. This profile chronicles how Prince Harry met the American actress, their relationship, and their journey toward becoming a new kind of royal family.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Celebrity businessman and reality TV show host Donald Trump won the presidency in 2016. Follow Trump's journey from Trump Tower to the White House, and learn about the history of the man who promises to "Make America Great Again."
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In addition to speaking about challenging scientific topics for a variety of news sources, Neil deGrasse Tyson is director of a New York planetarium, hosts a science podcast, and has a following of more than three million on Twitter. Learn about the personal and professional life of Neil deGrasse Tyson, arguably the most famous astrophysicist in the modern world.
13) Hockey
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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As the final seconds of the game tick by, the center slaps the puck. Goal! This title for beginning readers highlights the rules and gear needed to play the fast-paced game of hockey. Students will meet a champion as well as learn the different parts of a hockey rink. For readers who are ready to hit the ice, this title will get them ready to lace up their skates!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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Through narrative nonfiction text, readers learn about the experiences of prisoners and liberators at Buchenwald, the first Nazi concentration camp freed by the U.S. Army. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, primary-source quote sidebars, fact-filled captions and callouts, a glossary, an introduction to the author, and a listing of source notes.
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Discover 25 women who challenged the status quo and fought for what they believed in. From all corners of the world, these women show us that barriers are meant to be broken and obstacles can be overcome. Learn about some of the fierce women who persevered in the face of adversity to fight for what they thought was right. Fully translated Spanish text.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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Find out more about the security measures in place to help guard against disasters at facilities that house dangerous nuclear weapons. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, an informational diagram, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author. Author/Illustrator biography Index Sources for further research Suggested websites...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Takes readers on a historical journey with 12 engaging chapters about the Vietnam War. With colorful spreads featuring the war's critical moments, key players, and lasting effects paired with interesting sidebars, questions to consider, and a timeline, the book provides a holistic view of the event.
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In 2017, the movie Wonder Woman became a box-office hit, breaking records and earning hundreds of millions of dollars. Israeli actor Gal Gadot played Wonder Woman-a fierce and compassionate Amazonian warrior. Prior to her time in the spotlight, Gadot served in the Israeli military, won a Miss Israel pageant, and studied to be a lawyer. When Gadot began acting, she wanted to play strong, independent women. She hopes to be a role model for her daughters...
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Discover 25 women who challenged the status quo and fought for what they believed in. From all corners of the world, these women show us that barriers are meant to be broken and obstacles can be overcome. Learn about some of the fierce women who persevered in the face of adversity to fight for what they thought was right.