Karen Latchana Kenney
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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What's more popular than Tumblr? This microblogging site has taken the Web by storm since its founding in 2007. Not much can top it when it comes to capturing its fans' imaginations, except for perhaps its creator, David Karp.
Karp developed Tumblr after he tried to start a blog and found the process daunting. With most platforms, a blogger faces a huge, empty text box that begs to be filled with words. It was intimidating for a guy who'd never...
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"The United States government is strong. But no single person has all that power. What do you know about checks and balances? Discover the roles of the three branches of government, how their power is divided, and the systems that stop any one part of government from getting too strong. It's key social studies curriculum made approachable for all!"--
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"The Supreme Court protects everyone's Constitutional rights. But what do you know about the highest court in the country? Learn where the Supreme Court fits in the judicial branch, how justices land their jobs, and what the court's rulings mean for the country as a whole. It's key social studies curriculum made approachable for all!"--
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"The president makes sure everybody follows the laws. They are responsible for keeping the federal government moving. But what do you know about this important office of government? Explore presidential powers, see how those powers are balanced, and meet the cabinet that helps the president do their important work. It's key social studies curriculum made approachable for all!"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This title will inform readers about James Meredith, a leader in the civil rights movement, who exercised his right to an equal education by applying to the University of Mississippi, and led a march through Mississippi to ensure the enforcement of civil rights for African Americans. Vivid details, well-chosen photographs, and primary sources bring this story and this case to life.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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This title will inform readers about Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott, others who were involved, like Martin Luther King Jr., the Supreme Court's decision to desegregate public buses, and the national civil rights movement to follow. Vivid details, well-chosen photographs, and primary sources bring this story and this case to life.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
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Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers!
How do astronauts prepare for their missions in space? What recent discoveries and innovations have changed how astronauts train? With a focus on STEM, fascinating sidebars, and up-to-date facts, this book delves deep into the world of astronaut training.
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Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers!
Take a voyage to the red planet! This book presents cutting-edge information about travelling to Mars and dives into related STEM topics. Sidebars and fascinating photos will thrill readers interested in Earth's most famous planetary neighbor!
10) Sloths
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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A sloth makes its way across a branch. Time for a nap! These slow creatures do not travel very far. But they thrive in their rain forest home! In this fun title, readers will explore the physical and behavioral adaptations that help sloths survive. Leveled text and colorful photos accompany readers on the journey, and special features detailing range, unique adaptations, and diet help highlight key facts about these slow rain forest animals!
11) Howler Monkeys
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
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Howler monkeys are loud! Their calls help them stand out in the noisy rain forest. This adaptation is one of many described in this fun title for beginning readers. Leveled text describes how howler monkeys survive the forest and colorful photos show them in action. A range map, an adaptation graphic, and a diet feature further explore these loud animals. This fun title will have readers howling with excitement!
12) Harpy Eagles
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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A harpy eagle snatches a sloth from a tree. Time to eat! These birds have strong, sharp talons that were made for carrying prey. This is just one adaptation explained in this fascinating series about harpy eagles' lives in the rain forest. Readers will discover even more as they take in the leveled text and vibrant photos in this title. Special features such as a range map, an adaptation graphic, and a diet feature highlight even more information...
13) Macaws
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Macaws are among the most vibrant birds in the rain forest! Their colors help them blend in among bright fruits and flowers. In this low-level text, readers will explore how macaws' bodies and behaviors equip them to survive in their environment. Labeled photos help illustrate the text, and special features show off the range, adaptations, and diet of these bright birds. This colorful book will help beginning readers soar!
15) Spiders
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce early readers to spiders and the structures they build. Includes infographics, an activity, glossary, and index."--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Bugs are part of your life every day. You see them flying, crawling, and creeping inside and outside. But have you thought about the bug's world? Explore each creature's body parts, environment, feeding habits, and life cycle to see how it survives in the wild.
17) Prairies
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
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"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to prairies. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
18) Coral reefs
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"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to coral reefs. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
19) Forests
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"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to forests. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--