Elaine Landau
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IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! What is the executive branch? It's the part of government that's led by our president. But who else is part of the executive branch? And just what does this branch do? Read this book to find out.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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James Bond may be one of the good guys, but the spies in this book definitely aren't-nor are the traitors and assassins! Crack open this book to uncover more secrets about history's most terrible assassins, traitors, and spies.
5) The Alamo
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In 1836, a small group of rebels inside the Alamo stood up against a Mexican army. The rebels, including Davey Crockett, Jim Bowie, and William Travis, were fighting for Texas independence. Would you or would you not join the rebels? What would your readers do?
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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What's that wrinkly dog with the square head, waddling walk, and loving spirit? It's the bulldog! Bulldogs look goofy, but they are also calm and sturdy. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever - and it's easy to see why. If you're a bulldog fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its sweet personality and charming nature to its history as a bullfighter turned show dog. You'll also want to find out how to care for the bulldog....
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In 1492, three ships set sail. Ahead, the unknown high seas that no one had dared to cross. Where will Christopher Columbus and his men land? Will they discover a New World? Will they return alive to tell the tale? Would you sail with Columbus? What would your readers do?
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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What's that cat with big paws, shaggy fur, and a charming spirit? It's the Maine coon! Maine coons are active and friendly cats that love to play. Their owners think they are the best cats ever-and it's easy to see why. If you're a Maine coon fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its mysterious past to its ability to survive harsh winter weather. You'll also want to find out how to care for the Maine coon. So check out this go-to guide...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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The oil spill was the largest in U.S. history. In April 2010, the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig exploded and sank. Oil gushed into the Gulf of Mexico from a deep ocean well. For months, the energy company BP tried to control the leak. More than four million barrels of oil flowed into the Gulf before the well was stopped. Fishers, shrimpers, and many others along the Gulf coast lost their income as polluted water prevented fishing and stifled tourism....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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The clarinet is a wonderful instrument. Its smooth, creamy sounds enhance all types of music, from classical to jazz to rock and roll. Indeed, artists as diverse as Benny Goodman, Supertramp, and the Beatles have all featured clarinets in their songs. But is the clarinet the right instrument for you? Or would a different choice be better? Hear what professional clarinetists like about their instrument, and learn what skills a good clarinetist needs....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The drums are a blast to play and fun to learn. Drummers play in many types of groups from rock to pop to jazz. The band Led Zeppelin had hard-rocking drum rhythms. Even Beyoncé dances to the beat of the two drummers in her band Suga Mama. But are the drums right for you? Or would a different choice be better? Hear what professional drummers like about their instrument, and learn what skills a good drummer needs. Discover whether the drums are your...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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What's that huge dog with the shaggy coat and easygoing nature? It's the Irish wolfhound! Irish wolfhounds are handsome, faithful, loving dogs. Despite their size, they are peaceful companions. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever-and it's easy to see why. If you're an Irish wolfhound fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its royal Irish roots to its gentleness with children. You'll also want to find out how to care for the...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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What's that dog with the perky ears, big eyes, and lively personality? It's the Boston terrier! Boston terriers are "people pooches" with playful spirits and keen intelligence. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever―and it's easy to see why. If you're a Boston terrier fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its smooth coat and sturdy body to its history as a fighting dog in Boston, Massachusetts. You'll also want to find out...
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YOU are a New Englander with a bad case of gold fever. Gold has been discovered in California, and you want to go claim some for yourself. Will you strike it rich? On January 24, 1848, a man working near Sutter's Mill in California spotted a few small gold nuggets in the American River. This discovery led thousands of people to move to the west. However, looking for gold proved to be dangerous work. Author Elaine Landau poses many other exciting questions...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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What's that dog with the tiny body, big ears, and winning personality? It's the Chihuahua! Chihuahuas are spirited dogs with keen intelligence and seemingly fearless attitudes. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever - and it's easy to see why. If you're a Chihuahua fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its popularity among Hollywood stars to its history as a favorite pet in Mexico. You'll also want to find out how to care for...
19) Earaches
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Provides basic information about earaches and their prevention.
20) Warts
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Provides basic information about warts and their prevention.