Betsy Rathburn
81) Cinco de Mayo
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English
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From music and dancing to tasty food, Cinco de Mayo is a fun holiday to celebrate! Beginning readers can learn about the origins of the holiday and ways to celebrate with this festive title. Simple, predictable text and colorful photos combine for a supportive reading experience, while special features reinforce main ideas. Young students just starting to read independently will be ready to join the fiesta after reading this title!
82) Venus
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
A single day is longer than a year on Venus! This hot, rocky planet is much like Earth, but it holds many mysteries that scientists work hard to unravel. How did it form? What is it made of? These questions and more will be answered in this informative book about Venus – a planet often called "Earth's Twin."
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
No venomous snake in North America is larger than the diamondback rattlesnake. The eastern diamondback species can stretch out to a sizable length of 8 feet! Young readers will get wrapped up in discovering the ostentatious ways diamondbacks behave in the face of predators and prey.
84) Stick Crafts
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English
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How do you make a stick sailboat that really floats? Or a stick birdhouse that birds really use? This book for young readers includes eight stick- and twig-based crafts that answer those questions and more. Fact-filled openers introduce step-by-step instructions for each craft. Special features including supply lists, craft, tips, and nature safety rules add even more guidance.
85) Online Gaming
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Sign on and get playing! The world of online gaming is filled with popular titles such as Fortnite and Hearthstone. But the history of online gaming includes many other games! In this series, striving readers will learn about the history and community of online gaming. Engaging text explores developments in gameplay, introduces new and familiar games, and highlights gaming communities. Special features include a timeline, a list of best-selling online...
86) Idaho
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Idaho is full of natural beauty! Through fact-filled text and vibrant photos, this title explores all that makes the Gem State unique. Readers will learn about Idaho's landscape, history, wildlife, industry, celebrations, and more. Maps show Idaho's cities and landforms, while other features highlight the state's wildlife, inventions, and Native American people. There is a lot to learn about Idaho in this fun book!
87) RagaMuffins
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
RagaMuffins have all the qualities needed to win a best companion award. Just consider the way the cats seek out human laps for relaxing, or the open invitation they give cat lovers to pet their soft fur. This book will make beginning readers wish for a RagaMuffin to cuddle or dress up!
88) Seed Crafts
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English
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Seeds can also be used to make art, jewelry, and more! This fun title introduces eight seed-based crafts sure to inspire young readers who crave hands-on activities. Informative openers introduce and step-by-step instructions guide readers through each craft. Additional features such as supply lists, craft tips, and nature safety rules ensure that readers have fun and stay safe outside!
89) Ohio
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Ohio is full of fascinating history, beautiful landforms, and fun celebrations. In this fact-filled title, readers will discover all of this and more through engaging text and vibrant photographs. Special features highlight the state's history, Native American tribes, wildlife, sports teams, and favorite foods. The book concludes with a two-page feature that puts all of Ohio's important stats in one place. Get ready for a trip to the Buckeye State!...
90) Selkirk Rexes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Another bad hair day. Such is life for the Selkirk rex breed. These cats are famous for their unruly curls. Even their whiskers curl! Beginning readers may want to pet and style the plush hair of a Selkirk rex after reading this book.
91) Balinese
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Smooth just might be the best description for the Balinese breed. The cats' long, silky coats do not mat, and their body movements flow with a beautiful grace. This easy-to-read title shows why Balinese cats were named after Indonesian dancers. Its photographs put the breed's elegance on full display!
92) Saturn
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
If humans ever make it to Saturn, they won't be able to land on its surface. This enormous planet has no solid ground! Beyond its seven magnificent rings, Saturn swirls with dense clouds of gas. This fascinating planet is on display in this book full of special features, fun facts, and beautiful photos.
93) Blue Jays
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Blue jays often get a bad rap for being the bullies of the songbird world, but there's a lot more to these beautiful birds than meets the eye. They stay safe and sound by mimicking the songs and sounds of their forest homes. Going hungry is a rare concern as they stuff their beaks and throat pouches with up to four acorns at one time! The sky's the limit with this colorful read about blue jays.
Simple informational text introduces key details of...
94) Arcade Gaming
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
From classic Pong to modern-day Killer Queen, arcade games have been around for decades. But arcade cabinets are more than just quarter-eaters. They are also some of the world's most popular games! This high-interest title traces the history of arcade gaming to the present day. Special features list top-selling games, profile a popular title, and highlight the gaming community. Striving readers will love practicing their skills while exploring this...
95) Holi
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English
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It is time to welcome spring with color and family! This title for beginning readers uses easy-to-read text and colorful photos to introduce the Hindu holiday of Holi, from when it happens to how people celebrate. Photo labels support the text while simple features reinforce the information presented. Students just starting to read on their own will love learning about this joyful holiday!
96) Baby Kangaroos
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Kangaroo joeys are about the size of a grape at birth! They soon outgrow mom's pouch and hop out to explore. This title introduces where baby kangaroos live, what they eat, and how they play. Leveled text and crisp photos work together to engage young readers. A list of sight words helps them find familiar words, and a picture glossary reinforces the main text. A fact page concludes the book with information about a joey's life stages and daily activities....
97) Pokémon
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
With cards, video games, and movies, Pokémon fans have a lot to love about this brand! In this title, readers are introduced to the history of Pokémon, including favorite games, characters, and more. Fact-filled text and crisp photos highlight the company's early years, present-day offerings, charitable giving, fan engagement, and more. Features map the brand's headquarters, profile an influential person associated with the brand, highlight sales,...
98) Orcas
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
A tall fin cuts through the water, but it's not a shark. It's an orca! Readers just starting out can learn all about killer whales, from their body parts to what they eat, in this easy introduction to the mammals. Simple, predictable text pair with crisp photos, and features including diagrams and a photo glossary help support readers. Take a swim with these ocean predators in this fun title!
99) Ocicats
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Ocicats are tame pets disguised as wild animals. Their spotted coats make them look a lot like small ocelots, the wild cats they are named after! Looking past the spots and behind the name, this title introduces kids to a special kitten named Tonga that started a breed.
100) Cardboard Crafts
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English
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Make easy crafts with simple materials in this fun book! Step-by-step instructions combine with photos to introduce eight easy crafts. Readers can create dioramas, games, costumes, and more! An introduction explains why it's important to reuse items, a materials list puts everything you need in one place, and tips throughout the book offer extra advice. This colorful title is a fun way to encourage readers to use what they have!