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Author
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 3
Physical Desc
195 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Description
In 1927, Zora Neale Hurston went to Plateau, Alabama, just outside Mobile, to interview eighty-six-year-old Cudjo Lewis. Of the millions of men, women, and children transported from Africa to America as slaves, Cudjo was then the only person alive to tell the story of this integral part of the nation's history. Hurston was there to record Cudjo's firsthand account of the raid that led to his capture and bondage fifty years after the Atlantic slave...
3) Ants!
Pub. Date
c2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
4) Venezuela
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Explores Venezuela, including the geography, people, education, rural and urban life, housing, food, work, and amusements, and provides other information about the country.
5) The Bahamas
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, sports, arts, and people of the Bahamas.
6) Brazil
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Presents a look at the geography, wildlife, history, government, economy, people, culture, and everyday life of the South American country.
Author
Formats
Description
"With dozens of easy-to-follow recipes, hilarious tips, helpful sidebars, and a treasure trove of basic baking skills, this book will teach you how to make freakishly huge chocolate chip cookies, rainbow unicorn brownies, and even a stuffed-crust dessert pizza. You'll make pastries that are fun to bake, a thrill to decorate, and delicious every time." -- Jacket.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2023.
Physical Desc
128 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 29 cm.
Description
How did our extraordinary species go from living as simple apes to becoming the planet's dominant life-form? This beautifully illustrated book traces the journey of humanity from prehistory to the silicon age. People love to tell stories, and this fascinating book tells the greatest tale of them all--how we came to be who we are today. Explore how we developed into modern humans, and how we've organized ourselves into civilizations that have risen,...
10) South Africa
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, languages, religions, sports, arts, and people of a country that shares land borders with six nations and surrounds one of them.
Series
Description
"An introduction to the sun and other stars for primary and intermediate grade students with information about their features and exploration. Includes charts and diagrams, a list of highlights for each chapter, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
39 pages : color illustrations ; 30 cm
Description
Nonfiction picture book explains the scientific properties of light, touching on subjects ranging from incandescence and iridescence to light waves and the color spectrum.
"The wonder of light has fascinated readers for ages. Walter Wick's mesmerizing photographs paired with simple yet fascinating text and scientific observations help readers understand the secrets and complexity of light. You will learn what light is made of and how it fits alongside...
14) Mars
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Formats
Description
Discover the fascinating world of Mars in this colorful book packed with amazing imagery. In this inviting and entertaining format, kids will learn about the newest information on Mars, the Mars Rover, and our ongoing exploration of the Red Planet. This Level 3 reader is written in an easy-to-grasp style to encourage the scientists and explorers of tomorrow!
16) Scotland
Author
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 3
Lexile measure
1090L
Physical Desc
144 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 25 cm
Description
Though it is a part of the United Kingdom, Scotland is home its own distinctive culture and history. Readers will get an up-close view of everything from the natural beauty of the Highlands to the city streets of Glasgow and Edinburgh. They will also explore Scotland's rich history, sample its cuisine, and discover the traditions its people have held for centuries.
19) The Philippines
Author
Pub. Date
c2000
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9.2 - AR Pts: 4
Physical Desc
144 p. : col. ill, coll. maps 25 cm.
Description
Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture, sports, arts, and people of the Philippines.
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