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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
"You can always recognize a painting by Kahlo because she is in nearly all--with her black braided hair and colorful Mexican outfits. A brave woman who was an invalid most of her life, she transformed herself into a living work of art. As famous for her self-portraits and haunting imagery as she was for her marriage to another famous artist, Diego Rivera, this strong and courageous painter was inspired by the ancient culture and history of her beloved...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Bob Marley was a reggae superstar who is considered to be one of the most influential musicians of all time. Born in rural Jamaica, this musician and songwriter began his career with his band, The Wailing Wailers, in 1963. The Wailers went on to spread the gospel of reggae music around the globe. Bob's distinctive style and dedication to his Rastafari beliefs became a rallying cry for the poor and disenfranchised the world over and led to a hugely...
Author
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Thousands of animal species all around the world go extinct or are at risk of dying out every year. This enlightening book offers insight on what can be done to help combat some of the dangers that these animals face. Easy-to-digest sections focus on specific animals that are at risk, from tigers to turtles, and explain what hazards they face and what is being done to try to protect them. Colorful photographs and high-interest content will attract...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
"The music, literature, and culture that came out of the Harlem Renaissance is still celebrated today--and continues to influence art around the world. This book explores the people and places that made the era so important. The Racial Justice in America: Excellence and Achievement series celebrates Black achievement and culture, while exploring racism in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Developed in conjunction with educator, advocate,...
6) The leak
Author
Publisher
First Second
Pub. Date
2021.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Ruth Keller is brash and precocious; she argues with her dentist, her parents, and her teachers. So, when she discovers a strange black slime in the man-made lake of her suburban neighborhood, she decides to investigate. Fortified by the encouragement of those around her, Ruth seeks the truth at all costs, even if it means taking on the rich local country club owner, who she believes is responsible for the pollution. Between the teasing of former...
Author
Publisher
Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic Press
Pub. Date
2022
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Twelve-year-old Shuri is a lot of things. Scientist. Princess. All around cooler person than her pain-in-the-butt big brother, T'Challa. Shuri knows she could do so much more to help Wakanda, but everyone is obsessed with the prince because he's the next Black Panther. That is, until Soul Washing Day, one of the most important rituals of Wakandan society. When an argument between T'Challa and Shuri leads to one of Shuri's inventions accidentally destroying...
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Series
Publisher
Gallopade International/Carole Marsh Books
Pub. Date
c2006
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Mimi, Papa and two of their grandchildren - Christina and Grant - fly to Paris aboard Pap's red and white airplane, The Mystery Girl. As soon as they land at Charles de Gaulle Sirport and meet their pen pals, Jean-Luc and Marie, the mystery begins. A famous statue is missing from the world famous Louvre Museum. A mysterious woman in black is following then. So is a pigeon-dropping clues and more along the way. To make things worse, the Eiffel Tower...
Author
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Akim Aliu--also known as 'Dreamer'--is a Ukrainian-Nigerian-Canadian professional hockey player whose career took him all around the world and who experienced systemic racism at every turn. 'Dreamer' tells Akim's incredible story, from being the only Black child in his Ukrainian community, to his family struggling to make ends meet while living in Toronto, to confronting the racist violence he often experienced both on and off the ice. This is a...
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Series
Publisher
Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic
Pub. Date
2024.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"The Spectacular Spider-Ham is back and just in TIME to save the past, present, and future. It's just a normal day in the life of Peter Porker, your friendly neighborhood Spider-Ham! Keeping New Yolk City safe from dastardly villains is no easy feat, especially when the Green Gobbler from the year 2099 travels back in time to team up with his present-day counterpart. Talk about a pair of rotten eggs! What's worse, Spider-Ham gets flung into the future,...