Lisa Owings
81) The Cape Buffalo
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Unpredictability is dangerous! That is why the Cape buffalo is an animal to avoid at all costs. Though this buffalo may appear mellow and seem to be minding its own business, it can charge at any moment. Encounter the brutal beast that is the Cape buffalo in this title.
82) Craco
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Craco's historical happenings hint at a curse. The town faced a plague, then war, then earthquakes and landslides. In the end, the natural disasters dealt the final blow, causing Craco to physically collapse. In this book, young readers will discover a medieval town that eventually lost its uphill battle for survival.
84) Destination Sun
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Series
Language
English
Description
If you could, would you travel to the Sun? Let this book make you an astronaut and take you on a space trek there!
85) Georgia
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Historically, farming has played a major role in Georgia's economy. The state is known best for its crops of cotton, peanuts, and peaches. Today Georgia is an economic leader in the South, with Atlanta acting as a center for trade and finance. See how life in Georgia varies from city to countryside in this introductory book for young learners.
86) Virginia
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Virginia has a long and rich history, from the English colony of Jamestown to the battlefields of the Civil War. It is also home to such diverse environments as the Chesapeake Bay and the Appalachian Mountains. Young readers will discover all the Old Dominion State has to offer in this new title, including spreads on wildlife, festivals, and foods.
87) Destination Moon
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Series
Language
English
Description
If you could, would you travel to the Moon? Let this book make you an astronaut and take you on a space trek there!
88) The Grizzly Bear
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Deep in the forest, hikers must watch where they step. Fresh tracks could mean a run-in with a grizzly! This aggressive bear is fiercely protective of its cubs and always ready to stand its ground. After reading this book, the roar of a grizzly will send shivers down your spine!
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A great white shark's mouth contains 3,000 razor-sharp teeth. The smell of blood is enough to make this animal open its jaws wide and bite into anything that moves! This book teaches children why many people fear the deadly great white shark.
92) YouTube
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title examines YouTube, the video-sharing website. Readers will learn about company history and development, how YouTube operates, issues the company faces such as copyright violations and inappropriate content, and its impact on society. Color photos accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Key components include a company profile, mini bios of company founders, timeline, fast facts, informative sidebars, and section on online safety.
95) Unicorns
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In the 1500s, people thought unicorn horns were poison antidotes. Many people spent a lot of money on what they thought were horns. But they were really buying narwhal tusks! This title explores the many myths surrounding unicorns. Leveled text and fun images help readers discover the creature’s abilities, history, and appearances in popular media. The mystery of these magical horned horses is further revealed through an origin map, a historical...
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Series
Language
Español
Description
La sal es un condimento muy usado para darle sabor a la comida. ¿Pero cómo llega del mar a un salero? Mira lo que sucede paso a paso en el proceso de hacer sal.
Salt is a popular seasoning for flavoring food. But how does it get from the sea to a salt shaker? See what happens step by step in the process of making salt.
97) Proboscis Monkey
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Although proboscis monkeys are known for their extremely large noses, they also have webbed feet and hands that make them skilled swimmers. They are known to jump from the trees where they spend most of their time into nearby rivers, often landing in a belly flop! Discover the reasons for their strange behavior in this title for young students.
98) The Polar Bear
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Series
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English
Description
The polar bear is the largest meat-eater living on land. It has an appetite for seals, walruses, and whales, but it is not picky when starving. Come face-to-face with a hungry polar bear and you are dead meat!
100) Climate Change
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Increasing temperatures, rising sea levels, raging wildfires, and sweeping hurricanes: climate change is happening, but what if we don't make changes to stop it? Readers will find out when climate change began, how it has progressed, and what we can do to fight it in this high-interest title. An opening narrative throws readers into what may happen as the climate continues to change for the worse in this title, while interesting facts provide additional...