Peter Murray
1) Parrots
Author
Pub. Date
1993
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of parrots.
2) Earthquakes
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes earthquakes, their causes and effects, the instruments used to study them, and the safety measures for preventing personal harm.
3) Tornadoes
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Learn some basic facts about tornadoes.
4) Hurricanes
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Using Hurricane Andrew as an example, describes the formation, course, and effects of these violent storms and explains how scientists predict and track them.
5) Rhinos
Author
Pub. Date
2001.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
From the depths of the ocean to the plains of Africa, Sharks and Elephants are just two of the 18 new titles that take a close look at where we stand in the food chain. While the accessible texts are great for reports, it's the close-up photography that keeps kids turning the pages.
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6) Chameleons
Author
Pub. Date
c1993
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, and life cycle of the lizard known for its ability to change color.
7) Volcanoes
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Looks at volcanoes, examining their causes and their results.
8) Planet Earth
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the Earth's physical characteristics, discussing interactions of climate, geology, and ecology.
9) Floods
Author
Series
Pub. Date
19--]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Discusses what floods are, how they occur, and how to protect oneself when they happen.
11) Sheep
Author
Pub. Date
1997
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Introduces the physical characteristics, behavior, life cycle, and different varieties of sheep.
12) Cactus
Author
Pub. Date
1996
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Looks at cacti, examining their development and environment.
13) Tarantulas
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of this large and hairy member of the spider family.
14) Mushrooms
Author
Pub. Date
1996
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Contains photographs of different kinds of mushrooms;where and how they grow.
15) Roses
Author
Pub. Date
1996
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Different types of roses, how and where they grow. Contains photographs of different types.
17) Black widows
Author
Pub. Date
2003
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of black widow spiders.
18) Gorillas
Author
Pub. Date
c1993
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Reveals the physical characteristics, behavior, family structure, and life cycle of the gorilla.
19) Snails
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Introduces the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of snails.
20) Sea otters
Author
Pub. Date
c1993
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and life cycle of sea otters living off the west coast of North America.