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1) Holes
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 7
Description
As further evidence of his family's bad fortune which they attribute to a curse on a distant relative, Stanley Yelnats is sent to a hellish correctional camp in the Texas desert where he finds his first real friend, a treasure, and a new sense of himself.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 10
Description
"As World War II draws to a close, refugees try to escape the war's final dangers, only to find themselves aboard a ship with a target on its hull"--
World War II is drawing to a close in East Prussia, and thousands of refugees are on a desperate trek toward freedom. When their paths converge in route to the ship that promises salvation, Joana, Emilia, and Florian find their strength, courage, and trust in one another tested with each step closer...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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"Spread the Christmas cheer with this whimsical retelling of Clement C. Moore's cherished poem, "A Visit from St. Nicholas." This new edition of the classic features the text of Moore's original poem, illustrated with beautifully detailed LEGO brick scenes and characters. See the colorful stockings hung by the chimney in the fanciful brick house, and look on at the visions of dancing brick sugarplums. Turn the pages to reveal Saint Nicholas with his...
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Description
Like Sleeping Beauty awakening from her 100-year slumber, these childhood favorites arise fresh and blooming every time they're read. This new compilation of some of the world's greatest fairy tales abounds in timeless stories of the struggle of good against evil, bravery in the face of overwhelming danger, and virtue rewarded with everlasting love. Told to Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm almost two centuries ago by European storytellers, the tales possess...
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 9
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Description
The fourth book of the Prydain cycle tells of the adventures that befell Taran when he went in search of his birthright and the truth about himself. Since The Book of Three was first published in 1964, young readers have been enthralled by the adventures of Taran the Assistant Pig-keeper and his quest to become a hero. Taran is joined by an engaging cast of characters that includes Eilonwy, the strong-willed and sharp-tongued princess, Fflewddur Fflam,...
7) Louisiana
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Description
"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Louisiana"--Provided by publisher.
8) Hatchet
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 7
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Description
After a plane crash, thirteen-year-old Brian spends fifty-four days in the wilderness, learning to survive initially with only the aid of a hatchet given him by his mother, and learning also to survive his parents' divorce.
9) Dolphins
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the different types of dolphins, where they live, what they eat, etc.
Author
Series
Magic tree house. Original series volume 2
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Formats
Description
Eight-year-old Jack and his younger sister Annie find a magic treehouse, which whisks them back to an ancient time where they see live dinosaurs.
Author
Series
Land of stories (Chapter books) volume 4
Pub. Date
2015.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 14
Formats
Description
"The Masked Man possesses a powerful magic potion that turns every book it touches into a portal, and he is recruiting an army of literature's greatest villains! So begins a race through the magical Land of Oz, the fantastical world of Neverland, the madness of Wonderland, and beyond. Can twins Alex and Conner catch up to the Masked Man?"--
Author
Series
Magic tree house. Original series volume 3
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Formats
Description
Jack and his younger sister take a trip in their tree house back to ancient Egypt, where they help a queen's mummy continue her voyage to the Next Life.
13) The Netherlands
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Description
"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of the Netherlands"--Provided by publisher.
16) The BFG
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 6
Description
Captured by a giant! The BFG is no ordinary bone-crunching giant. He is far too nice and jumbly. It's lucky for Sophie that he is. Had she been carried off in the middle of the night by the Bloodbottler, the Fleshlumpeater, the Bonecruncher, or any of the other giants -- rather than the BFG -- she would have soon become breakfast. When Sophie hears that they are flush-bunking off in England to swollomp a few nice little chiddlers, she decides she...
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Pub. Date
2016.
Physical Desc
79 pages : color illustrations ; 30 cm
Description
Learn everything you ever wanted to know about dinosaurs in this book that allows you to compare the biggest, fastest and fiercest creatures of the land, sea and sky from four different prehistoric periods: the Triassic, the early Jurassic, the Late Jurassic and the Cretaceous. Sections on diet, weapons and defence and dinosaur senses make this a comprehensive introduction to one of the earth's most successful animals. Fact-filled, fully illustrated...
Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
x, 84 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
Description
"Do you know how many things in your daily life were invented by accident? SANDWICHES came about when an English earl was too busy gambling to eat his meal and needed to keep one hand free. POTATO CHIPS were first cooked by a chef who was furious when a customer complained that his fried potatoes weren't thin enough. Coca-Cola, Silly Putty, and X rays have fascinating stories behind them too! Their unusual tales, and many more, along with hilarious...
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