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1) Minerals
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"In Minerals, beginning readers are introduced to Earth's minerals, where they can be found, and how people use them in everyday life. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage beginning readers as they learn what makes minerals building blocks to many materials on Earth. A picture diagram shows where minerals can be found in many everyday items, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about minerals...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"From video games and sports equipment, to cars and cleaning products, many of the things we use everyday were designed by engineers. This exciting title incorporates child-centered examples and engaging text to capture the readers' attention as they explore the connections between engineering, science, and technology, and discover how engineering impacts our day-to-day lives."--
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"When you live at the edge of t he no-go desert, you need to make your own fun. That's when you and your brothers get inventive and build a bike from scratch, using everyday items like an old milk pot (maybe Mum is using it, maybe not). a bent bucket seat, and bashed tin-can handles. The end result is a spectacular bike, perfect for going bumpetty bump over the sand hills, past your fed-up mum, and right through your mud-for walls home." -- Back cover....
4) Wedges
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Looks at the function and everyday uses of wedges.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Presents the full text of the Pledge of Allegiance in both its original version and in a translated version using everyday language. Describes the events that led to the creation of the pledge and its significance through history"--Provided by publisher.
6) Fossil fuels
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
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...
7) Screws
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Looks at the function and everyday uses of screws.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
"Some of the greatest inventions that changed the modern world have been based on nature. In Cat Claws to Thumbtacks, readers will discover how the invention of thumbtacks were inspired by cat claws. Book includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biographies, and sidebars"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
How can you be kind to Earth?
Bert and Ernie along with their Sesame Street friends teach young readers about energy and how everybody can conserve energy to protect the planet. Simple, practical advice tackles the big issue in a kid-friendly way.
Interior paper made with 30 percent recycled post-consumer waste fibers.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
This book explores the computer science concept of data collection, using a story to demonstrate how data collection is used in everyday life, paired with an accessible curricular topic. Ellie collects data on her trip to Ellis Island, which teaches her more about immigration to the United States. The story is paired with the nonfiction book Let's Study Immigration (ISBN: 9781538353165).
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
What is a purple person? Great question. I mean, really great! Because purple people always ask really great questions. They bring their family, friends, and communities together, and they speak up for what's right. They are kind and hardworking, and they love to laugh (especially at Grandpa's funny noises)! A purple person is an everyday superhero! How do you become one? That's the fun part! Penny Purple will lead you through the steps. Get ready...
12) Betcha!
Author
Series
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
c1997
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Uses a dialog between two friends, one who estimates, one who counts precisely, to show estimation at work in everyday life.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
"In Sam Solves, beginning readers follow along as Sam solves math word problems by acting them out using everyday objects and by drawing pictures. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text engage beginning readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience about a key math concept. A supplementary quiz asks readers to solve a two-part word problem using both objects and drawings, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary....
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
"Presents the full text of the Gettysburg Address in both its original version and in a translated version using everyday language. Describes the events that led to Lincoln's famous speech and its significance through history"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
This title introduces the concepts of debugging and problem solving in coding by using relatable real-world examples in the reader's everyday life. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
"In From Sand to Glass, early fluent readers learn how glass is made, from melting sand to pouring molten glass into molds to give it shape. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about how this item gets to be the glass that we use in many everyday items. An infographic illustrates the cycle with real photos and descriptions. Children can learn more about glass using our safe search engine that...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
"Presents the full text of "The Star-Spangled Banner" in both its original version and in a translated version using everyday language. Describes the events that led to the creation of America's national anthem and its significance through history"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
This title introduces the concepts of functions and variables in coding by using relatable real-world examples in the reader's everyday life. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.