Jessica Rusick
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Readers learn about the #IAmAWitness movement, from early research and attempts to stop bullying, Cyberbullying, and bullying's effects such as school shootings and suicides. Also examined are efforts to prevent bullying from Melania Trump's Be Best campaign and The Megan Meier and Tyler Clementi foundations.
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English
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This title examines events of the 9/11 terrorist attacks from the initial impacts to the declaration of the War on Terror, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the capture of Saddam Hussein, the assassination of Osama bin Laden, the rebuilding of the World Trade Center and the creation of museums and monuments. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
4) Dude Perfect
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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This title explores the life and career of Dude Perfect. Learn about the group's childhoods, families, and careers, including how they got their start on YouTube, rose to fame, and became a pop culture influencers. Includes fun facts about viral videos, popular posts, subscriber counts, and photos. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, informative sidebars, a timeline, and an index.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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This title introduces the classic American muscle car, the Chevrolet Camaro. Readers will learn about the Camaro's history, models, special features, technical specs, racing career, and prevalence in popular culture. Large dynamic photos, easy-to-read text, a timeline, and infographics put readers in the driver's seat! High-interest sidebars give readers cool facts to share with their friends. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the co-founder of Fabletics, Kate Hudson. Follow Hudson's story from her childhood in California, to her early years as an actress, to her founding of Fabletics with Don Ressler and Adam Goldenberg, and her best-selling books Pretty Happy and Pretty Fun. Fun facts, a timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Aligned to Common Core Standards...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Kim Kardashian West. Readers learn about Kardashian West's early life, her beginnings in television with Keeping Up with the Kardashians, her book of selfies Selfish, her development of the KIMOJI app, and KKW Beauty. Features include a timeline, glossary, fun facts, online resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the creator of LC Lauren Conrad, Lauren Conrad. Follow Conrad's story from her childhood in California, to her early years as an actress, to her founding of the fashion lines Lauren Conrad Collection, LC Lauren Conrad, and Paper Crown and the marketing site The Little Market. Fun facts, a timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Aligned...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the creators of several fashion lines, Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen. Follow The Olsens' story from their childhood in California, to their early years as actresses, to their founding of the mary-kateandashley, the Row, and Elizabeth and James fashion lines. Fun facts, a timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Aligned to Common Core Standards...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the creator of Kylie Cosmetics and co-creator of Kendall + Kylie, Kylie Jenner. Follow Jenner's story from her childhood in California, to her early years as a reality TV actress, to her founding of Kylie Lip Kits, Kylie Cosmetics, and Kendall + Kylie with her sister. Fun facts, a timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Aligned to Common...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the creator of the Jessica Simpson Collection, Jessica Simpson. Follow Simpson's story from her childhood in Texas, to her early years as an actress, to her founding of fashion lines JS by Jessica Simpson, Princy, and the Jessica Simpson Collection with its focus on inclusive fashion. Fun facts, a timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the color photos showcased in this inspiring biography....
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English
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This title examines heroes of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and the initial and continuing effects of the event on first responders, the New York City fire and police departments, rescue workers, service dogs, and volunteers and includes the creation of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund.
17) Aretha Franklin
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Aretha Franklin. Readers learn about Franklin's early life, her award-winning career during which she became known as the Queen of Soul, was the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Features include a timeline, glossary, fun facts, online resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In this title, readers, learn common symptoms, and behaviors of dyslexia, and how it, affects kids at school, and in relationships. Text includes suggestions on how to be a kind and respectful friend to someone who has dyslexia and appropriate activities kids can enjoy together. A famous person, who has, overcome the challenges of dyslexia is, highlighted.
19) Muhammad Ali
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Muhammad Ali. Readers learn about Ali's early life, his gold medal win at the 1960 Olympic Games, his refusal to fight in the Vietnam War on religious grounds and ban from boxing, his return and five-year defense of the world heavyweight title. Features include a timeline, glossary, fun facts, online resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
20) Electric Bikes
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English
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This series explores electric bikes, including why they are necessary, how they work, and the latest developments in the industry. A brief history of e-bikes is included, and top builders, models, and market technologies are highlighted. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.