Sue Gagliardi
1) Fairies
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Did you know that fairies are also known as Little Folk? In some legends, they have a king or a queen and live in a place called Fairyland. Learn more about these mythical creatures in Fairies, part of the Legends
and Fairy Tales series. Legends and Fairy Tales is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Readers construct and test their own rafts to help the three billy goats avoid the troll. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, and infographics, this book provides an engaging overview of the science of buoyancy.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Readers construct and test their own box trap to help Hansel and Gretel trap the witch. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, and infographics, this book provides an engaging overview of the science and engineering of box traps.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book explores the cause, impact, and aftermath of the drought that spread throughout East Africa in 2011. Easy-to-read text, compelling photos, and a simple timeline give readers an age-appropriate look at how people prepare for and respond to droughts.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book describes the amazing stone statues on Easter Island and people's theories about how people created them. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed...
7) Crop Circles
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book introduces readers to places where crop circles have suddenly appeared, some possible explanations, and what people still don't know for sure. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with eye-catching images to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book explores the cause, impact, and aftermath of the hurricane that hit the United States in 2005. Easy-to-read text, compelling photos, and a simple timeline give readers an age-appropriate look at how people prepare for and respond to hurricanes.
10) US Coast Guard
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This book gives an exciting overview of the US Coast Guard, from when it first formed to its missions and members today, as well as their tasks, equipment, and training. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Introduces readers to what household waste pollution is, the consequences of this type of pollution, and what people are doing to help. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts page, a STEM project, a phonetic glossary, ways for readers to help, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Fast facts Glossary of key words Index Infographics...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book explores the cause, impact, and aftermath of the wildfires that burned across California. Easy-to-read text, compelling photos, and a simple timeline give readers an age-appropriate look at how people prepare for and respond to wildfires.
14) Amelia Earhart
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book describes the mysterious disappearance of Amelia Earhart and people's theories about what might have happened. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but...
15) Gnomes
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In shady forests and dark caves, legends tell of small creatures living underground From European legends to gardens around the world, gnomes have captured people's imaginations for centuries. Readers will enjoy learning about the histories and behaviors of these legendary creatures, along with their presence in popular culture. Vivid images and a helpful diagram illustrate a gnome's anatomy. Additional features include a phonetic glossary, resources...
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This book gives an exciting overview of the US National Guard, from when it first formed to its missions and members today, as well as their tasks, equipment, and training. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books...