Rachel Rose
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An acclaimed poet, Rachel Rose never expected to spend her nights careening along the roads in high-speed chases or searching the woods for armed suspects. Yet once she decided to meet the people who devoted their lives to police K9 units, she found herself signing up for the ride-alongs, training runs, and other challenges that these courageous people, and canines, face on a daily basis.
In The Dog Lover Unit, Rose introduces readers to police dogs...
2) My Muscles
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What do you use with every move you make? Muscles! You use muscles to do a cartwheel and lift a pencil. But they also help your heart beat, help you breathe, and work to break down food in your tummy. What could be mightier than muscles? Explore what's inside you with fun text, bright pictures, and lively illustrations. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Our bodies are super machines that keep us moving, learning, and having fun. But how...
3) My Bones
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What keeps you standing tall? Your bones! But they do more than just stop you from flopping on the floor. Your bones make up the frame of your body and support you. They protect your other organs and team up with muscles and joints to help you move. And while they're doing all this, they are living and growing, too! Explore what's inside you with fun text, bright pictures, and lively illustrations. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Our...
4) Mandrill
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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The flash of color in an African rain forest might not be what you expect. Mandrills have bright faces with long, red noses and blue and cheeks (not to mention the colorful cheeks on their rears). Whether they are tiny babies clinging to the mothers or adult monkeys yawning at threats, mandrills are awesome! Learn all about the largest member of the monkey family. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents In this series, readers will learn about...
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To the outside world, Roxanne seems terribly lonely: her husband Earl has passed away, and her daughter Linda was murdered. What people don't understand is that Earl and Linda are still keeping Roxanne company, reincarnated in the forms of a wiener dog and standard poodle. But, this relationship, not idyllic, it's true, but at least relatively harmonious, is disrupted when Roxanne accidentally hits a pit bull with her car. On the precipice of having...
6) Puffer Fish
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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When puffer fish sense danger, they may try to swim away. But if these slow swimmers can't move fast enough, they can inflate to more than twice their normal size! Woah! What else do you know about these awesome animals? Learn all about puffer fish!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Tony Hawk flipped and flew through the air like a bird before becoming a household name selling everything from skateboards to video games. And no matter how old he gets, the skateboarding legend will never stop riding. Find out how Tony's hard work and dedication led to a skateboarding empire. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Be prepared to be inspired! Beginning readers will learn all about the lives and accomplishments of incredible...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
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Mae Jemison's groundbreaking journey to space opened doors for future women to succeed in STEM fields and beyond. Find out what led to her expedition to space, and learn more about the great work she has done since. Be prepared to be inspired! Beginning readers will learn all about the lives and accomplishments of incredible people who are trying to make the world a better place for everyone. Readers will explore who and what inspired these people...
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A slender snake weaves through the grasslands of Australia on a deadly mission. The little rat straight ahead of the eastern brown snake doesn't stand a chance against one of the deadliest snakes in the world. Lively text and action-packed photos explore where this lightning-fast predator lives, how it hunts, and all that makes it a danger down under!
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A speedy jellyfish rushes through the ocean on a deadly mission. Soon, the box jellyfish has a small fish trapped in its long tentacles full of toxic venom. The little fish never stood a chance. Lively text and action-packed photos explore where this deadly predator lives, how it hunts, and all that makes it a danger down under!
11) Clown Fish
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Bright orange fish bob in the water, darting in and out of scary stinging tentacles. But it's okay--clown fish are covered in mucus that protects them from the poison that coats their anemone home. And not only can these fancy fish stop the sting of poison, they can also change from males to females in a flash. Clown fish are awesome! Learn all about these fantastic fish. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents In this series, readers will learn...
12) Horror Hospitals
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Hospital visiting hours are over, but not all visitors can leave. Read four spooky tales about hospitals. Get ready for bone-chilling stories for beginning readers! Explore frightening cemeteries, haunted houses, spooky libraries, and other scary places in this new, expertly crafted series for young readers. Each of the ghostly tales will grab hold of readers with an icy grip and send chills racing down their spines! This new series features controlled,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
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Whether you know Yara Shahidi as an actress or an activist, this smart and strong young woman has a bright future. Explore more about her many roles both onscreen and off. Be prepared to be inspired! Beginning readers will learn all about the lives and accomplishments of incredible people who are trying to make the world a better place for everyone. Readers will explore who and what inspired these people to make a difference.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.7 - AR Pts: 1
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From the wrestling ring to the red carpet, Dwayne Johnson's star has been on the rise since he first slammed his way onto the scene. Find out how this wrestler-turned-actor followed his family's legacy before setting out on his own track. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Be prepared to be inspired! Beginning readers will learn all about the lives and accomplishments of incredible people who are trying to make the world a better place...
15) Goose Migration
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Honk, honk! Overhead, a flock of geese flies in the shape of a V. These geese live in Canada, but when it gets cold, they must fly south. Why do they have to go? Learn all about goose migration and how weather makes them move. Colorful photos and carefully leveled text guide readers along on the journey.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
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A superstar athlete, number one in the world, and only in her twenties. Naomi Osaka is a groundbreaking tennis player making moves on and off the court. Find out more about Naomi's journey from picking up a racket at the age of three to becoming the first Asian female to hold the number one ranking by the Women's Tennis Association. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Be prepared to be inspired! Beginning readers will learn all about the...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
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This star is a triple threat. She can sing, dance, and act. And Zendaya's just getting started! Discover how Zendaya became such a success as she makes her way into the future. Be prepared to be inspired! Beginning readers will learn all about the lives and accomplishments of incredible people who are trying to make the world a better place for everyone. Readers will explore who and what inspired these people to make a difference.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Whether he's singing on stage, charming audiences on the silver screen, or writing the next Broadway hit, Lin-Manuel Miranda is sure to find success. Find out how he went from a home filled with music to a run in one of the most iconic musicals of all time. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Be prepared to be inspired! Beginning readers will learn all about the lives and accomplishments of incredible people who are trying to make the world...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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Maryland has delicious seafood. But it might also host other creatures lurking in the water. Some believe spirits roam in the shadows and prowl just out of sight. Read four spooky stories about Maryland. Do you think you know all there is to know about the United States? These expertly crafted, bone-chilling stories will test your knowledge! Explore the dark and disturbing histories of New York, Georgia, California, and other great states. This series...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
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From acting, to providing humanitarian aid to those in need, to marrying a prince. Meghan Markle's life may sound like a fairy tale, but it is also filled with a lot of hard work. Find out how this exceptional woman has done it all. Be prepared to be inspired! Beginning readers will learn all about the lives and accomplishments of incredible people who are trying to make the world a better place for everyone. Readers will explore who and what inspired...