Lisa Owings
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Few places seem more fitting for restless spirits than the spooky cemeteries of the world. But do ghosts truly wander among the tombstones? Reluctant readers can determine for themselves whether or not several famous cemetery hauntings are true in this creepy title.
Author
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The elegant houses of the wealthy may hold more than just expensive things. Some are said to be home to ghosts! Reluctant readers will love reading the famous ghost stories from lavish locales in this spooky book.
23) Iceland
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English
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Iceland is known as "the land of fire and ice." This is because the island has around 200 volcanoes and about a tenth of its area is covered with glaciers. The colors of the national flag represent these defining land features. Explore the pages of this book to learn about the Icelandic people, culture, and landscape.
24) Iraq
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Did you know that Iraq was home to the oldest known human civilization on Earth? This area used to be known as Mesopotamia, and many different ancient peoples lived there. Readers will learn about daily life in Iraq, contemporary Iraqi culture, and the changes the country is going through today.
25) ESP
Author
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Have you ever seen the future? Many people claim to have this sixth sense. But is extrasensory perception real? Or do we only notice the coincidences? See for yourself in this high-interest read for elementary students.
26) Hearing
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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There's much more to our ears than meets the eye! The human ear contains a chain of important links that work together to help us hear the world around us. From the ear's tiny bones to its fluid-filled cochlea, each part is important. In this title, young readers will learn about the small wonders inside the human ear.
Author
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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A meeting with the queen might have a totally different meaning at one of England's haunted palaces-she may not be alive! This title for young readers recounts brushes with spirits in the gilded halls of England's castles, including sightings of the famous Anne Boleyn!
28) Touching
Author
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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The largest human organ is skin! Every inch of skin is made up of millions of tiny receptors that allow us to feel the world around us. Each type of receptor has a job. Some tell us the texture of objects. Others sense temperature. Our sense of touch helps us live safely and comfortably. This title for young reader's highlights how we touch and why it is important.
Narrative openings surround readers with the featured sense. Photo labels visually...
29) Smelling
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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The sense of smell is one of the most interesting human senses! A familiar scent may trigger forgotten memories. The smell of smoke warns of danger. The smell of cooking food may cause hunger! This is all thanks to the relationship between the nose and the brain. Young readers will unlock the mysteries of the human nose in this sweet title.
Narrative openings surround readers with the featured sense. Photo labels visually define glossary terms and...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Presidents of the United States might get some creepy houseguests during their time at the White House-former presidents! Find out which presidents have been sighted haunting their old home and what their unfinished business might be in this high-interest title for young readers.
Author
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Shortly after discovering the tomb of King Tut, several people on the expedition became sick and died. Many people thought the ancient Egyptians cursed those who entered the tombs. Was King Tut getting revenge from the grave? Read this high-interest title for young students and decide what you think.
32) Seeing
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The human eye is a complex machine that allows us to see the wonders of the world! The fuel for this machine is light. Each part of the eye communicates with light to allow us to see. Young readers will light up as they learn about the different parts of the human eye and how they work in this fact-filled read.
Author
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
People have reported hearing footsteps and seeing shadowy figures at prisons that have been empty for years. Could phantom inmates still roam the halls? Read eerie stories from famous prisons to decide for yourself in this title for reluctant readers.
34) Peru
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Many different civilizations have lived on the land that is now Peru. Today, tourists travel to this South American country to see Machu Picchu, an ancient Inca site. Learn more about Peru, its people, the Amazon Rain Forest, and much more in this exciting title!
35) Stonehenge
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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What exactly was Stonehenge used for? The mystery of its purpose has surrounded this site for thousands of years. People have theorized it was a religious place, burial ground, or even a landing pad for alien spaceships. Construct your own conclusions about this intriguing monument with this read for young students.
36) Ghosts in Hotels
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Who's that knocking on your hotel room door? Is it room service or a ghostly visitor? Guests have recounted strange occurrences likes these during their stays at some hotels. This title introduces reluctant readers to some of these haunted encounters with unwanted hotel guests.
37) Atlantis
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
For centuries, people have searched the oceans for Atlantis. But are the ruins of the lost city buried deep below the ocean's surface? Or was this powerful city just a figment of Plato's imagination? Try to get to the bottom of it in this introductory title for young readers.
38) Afghanistan
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Afghanistan borders seven different countries and is a connection point for East, South, West, and Central Asia. It has long been a center of trade and culture, with many different civilizations throughout history calling it home. In this title, students will read about Afghanistan's wildlife, landscape, culture, and more.
39) Ghost Ships
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Tales of ghost ships have been around for hundreds of years. Ships adrift without a crew appear suddenly without explanation. But did the sailors simply abandon ship? Or are there supernatural causes at play? Grab this mysterious title for reluctant readers to decide for yourself.
Author
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
What if the spirits of the dead stay behind at the place where they died? Visitors to famous battlefields think some may do just that. They tell stories of ghostly fighting and spooky feelings of strange presences. Read on to determine if they are long-dead soldiers defending their ground or just strange coincidences in this chilling title.