Miriam Aronin
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Introduces hurricanes, describing how they are formed and become destructive and the devastating impact that one of the most dangerous storms to hit the United States, Hurricane Katrina, had on the city of New Orleans in 2005.
Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
In 1944, Americans were fighting in World War II. As a general, Dwight D. Eisenhower planned a huge attack and helped win the war. How did Eisenhower's experience in the military shape his two terms as president? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will learn about Eisenhower's early life, his achievements as president, and the many ways he is remembered today. Each 24-page book in this series features controlled text with age-appropriate...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2010]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explores a subterranean prairie dog town in Texas estimated to have about 400 million prairie dogs. Describes how the town's inhabitants communicate, find food, and raise their young. Also discusses how the town is structured for community life and threats to prairie dog towns.