John Hamilton
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Explore the military origins of the Space Race, including the geopolitics of the Cold War, the race to build intercontinental ballistic missiles, and sophisticated reconnaissance satellites. Will include information about Germany's development of the V-1 "buzz bomb" and V-2 missiles of World War II, and the United States enlistment of Wernher von Braun, the German scientist known as the father of rocketry.
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This title will include biographies of important figures of the Space Race from both the United States and the Soviet Union. These men and women will include: Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Michael Collins, Alan Shepard, John Glenn, Yuri Gagarin, Valentina Tereshkova, and others. --
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Simple text and "out-of-this-world" photography introduce readers to NASA's Curiosity rover, and its mission to search for signs of past life on Mars. Important details include a history of rovers on Mars, planning and construction of Curiosity, its launch from Earth, landing on Mars, and the science experiments it carried out and their results. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
5) V-22 osprey
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Presents information about the V-22 Osprey, covering how it is used, its history, and its specifications.
6) Cruisers
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Kick excitement into high gear with this extreme title! Short, easy-to-read text pairs with full-color, action-packed photos to introduce young adventurers to cruisers. Readers will learn what a cruiser is and about the history of cruisers. Cruiser components are discussed, including the engine, chassis, tires, wheels, and brakes. Events such as touring and rallies are also covered. Extreme facts supplement the text, leaving future cruisers excited...
7) South Dakota
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to South Dakota, the Mount Rushmore State! Students will explore Badlands National Park, tour Mount Rushmore National Memorial, hike up a mountain in the Black Hills, and more as they learn about South Dakota's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
8) Pennsylvania
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Pennsylvania, the Keystone State! Students will explore the Appalachian Mountains, attend a Philadelphia Eagles football game, discover history at Valley Forge National Historical Park, and more as they learn about Pennsylvania's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint...
9) Iowa
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Iowa, the Hawkeye State! Your students will attend the world-famous Iowa State Fair, walk across the High Trestle Trail Bridge, participate in the Register's Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa, visit Blank Park Zoo, and more as they learn about Iowa's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo &...
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Simple text and "out-of-this-world" photography introduce readers to the European Space Agency's Rosetta spacecraft, and its mission to study Comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko. Important details include Rosetta's planning and construction, its launch, its orbit around the comet, the fateful crash of its Philae lander, and the science discoveries of the orbiter. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint...
11) Corvette
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This title introduces the Corvette. Readers will learn about the Corvette's history, models, special features, technical specs, racing career, and prevalence in popular culture. Large dynamic photos illustrate easy-to-read text, Xtreme Facts give additional information, and an Xtreme Challenge quiz shows what you've learned! Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division...
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In this title, readers will examine early battles of the American Revolution, including the Capture of Fort Ticonderoga, the Siege of Boston, and the Battles of Bunker Hill and Breed's Hill. The creation of the Continental Army is covered, as is the invasion of Canada and the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the Battle of Long Island. Important leaders of the Continental and British armies, George Washington and William Howe, are introduced.
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13) Bull Riding
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This title introduces readers to bull riding, rodeo's most dangerous event. Readers will learn the rules of competition, such as how long a rider must stay on the bull and safety equipment such as leather chaps and helmets are covered. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
14) Barrel Racing
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This title introduces readers to barrel racing, a timed rodeo event. Readers will learn the rules of competition, such as how to steer the horse and navigate the barrels. Sanctioning bodies such as the National Barrel Racing Association (NBRA) and Women's Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) are introduced, as are competitions such as the Dodge National Circuit Finals Rodeo (DNCFR). Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
15) Nevada
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Nevada, the Silver State! Students will explore Lake Tahoe, tour Hoover Dam, see the bright lights of Las Vegas, and more as they learn about Nevada's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Patrol the world's oceans in one of our nation's greatest military ships! Amphibious Assault Ships explores the history, capabilities, and technology of this modern marvel, including heroic sailors who have served on the ship. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
17) Idaho
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Idaho, the Gem State! Your students will go swimming at Coeur d'Alene Lake, hike through Yellowstone National Park, explore ancient volcanic lava flows at the Craters of the Moon National Monument & Preserve, ski at Sun Valley, and more as they learn about Idaho's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
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Simple text and "out-of-this-world" photography introduce readers to NASA's Cassini-Huygens space probe, and its mission to explore the gas giant Saturn. Important details include the probe's construction, its launch, the landing of the Huygens probe on Saturn's moon Titan, and Cassini's continuing mission to unlock the secrets of Saturn's rings and other unique features. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme...
19) Michigan
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Michigan, the Great Lakes State! Your students will visit Copper Harbor Lighthouse, see a SR-71B Blackbird at the Kalamazoo Air Field, explore Mackinac Island, and more as they learn about Michigan's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
20) Oregon
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Oregon, the Beaver State! Students will explore Crater Lake National Park, tour the Oregon Museum of Science, attend a Portland Trail Blazers basketball game, and more as they learn about Oregon's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.