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2) Iceland
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Discusses the history, geography, wildlife, people, social life and customs, religion, economy, trade, transportation, agriculture, industry, and culture of the small island nation known as the land of fire and ice.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Description
"What happens after death? That was a big question for ancient Egyptians. They believed that a person needs his or her body in death as much as in life. So they did all they could to preserve and protect the body. For them, life after death was the most important part of life!"--
4) The moon
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Human beings first set foot on the moon on July 20, 1969, marking one of the most important events in the history of space exploration. Since then, scientists have continued to learn more about Earth's sole natural satellite. Readers will learn what it is like to walk on the surface of the moon and what role the satellite plays in the solar system. They will also find out how scientists first began studying the moon and how they are continuing their...
5) Venezuela
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Explores Venezuela, including the geography, people, education, rural and urban life, housing, food, work, and amusements, and provides other information about the country.
6) Denmark
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Description
Describes the geography, history, plants and animals, economy, language, religions, culture, and people of Denmark.
8) Switzerland
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9 - AR Pts: 4
Description
Describes the history, geography, plants and animals, economy, language, people and culture of Switzerland.
11) The World Series
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Series
Description
A year-by-year account of the World Series games from the 1800s through the twentieth century.
12) Thailand
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Thailand is home to a lush tropical climate, abundant natural resources, and a glorious history and culture that together stretch back thousands of years. Readers will find out how this beautiful Asian nation has preserved its culture over the centuries and what it is like to live their today. They will also learn about Thailand's remarkable plant and animal species, explore its most breathtaking landscapes, sample its finest cuisine, and more.
13) From head to toe
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Encourages the reader to exercise by following the movements of various animals; presented in a question and answer format.
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Appears on list
Description
"Authors June Hayward and Athena Liu were supposed to be twin rising stars. But Athena's a literary darling; June Hayward is literally nobody. Who wants stories about basic white girls?, June thinks. So when June witnesses Athena's death in a freak accident, she acts on impulse: she steals Athena's just-finished masterpiece, an experimental novel about the unsung contributions of Chinese laborers during World War I. So what if June edits Athena's...
15) Penguins!
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Penguin lovers and young nonfiction fans will enjoy following one penguin couple through their efforts to raise a family of chicks in this engaging Step into Reading Science Reader. Did you know that penguins have feathers but don't fly? Or that their eggs are guarded by the daddy penguin? Or that they dive in the ocean for their food? Discover these facts and more, along with brilliant photographs of chinstrap penguins in Antarctica, in this captivating...
17) Italy
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Ciao! My name is Pia, and I'm a kid just like you living in Italy. Italy is a country filled with ancient ruins, beautiful beaches, and delicious food! Have you ever wondered what living in Italy is like? Come along with me to find out!
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Description
"Use science and engineering to transform your bin of LEGOª bricks into amazing, movable toys, machines and gadgets. Bestselling author Sarah Dees is back with an all-new collection of projects featuring ingenious designs and simple scientific principles that real engineers use every day. Make yourself a robot pal whose legs move as he rolls along, or a drummer who really plays the drums. Build a wind-up car complete with a flywheel that'll send...
20) The whistler
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 17
Description
Lacy Stoltz is an investigator for the Florida Board on Judicial Conduct. She is a lawyer, not a cop, and it is her job to respond to complaints dealing with judicial misconduct. After nine years with the Board, she knows that most problems are caused by incompetence, not corruption. But a corruption case eventually crosses her desk. A previously disbarred lawyer is back in business with a new identity. He now goes by the name Greg Myers, and he claims...
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