Eyewitness books
Author
2) Football
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Provides an illustrated look at many varied aspects of the popular sport of professional football, including the history of the game, evolution of equipment, the playing field and modern stadiums, players, fans, and more.
3) Life
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An exploration of animal, human, and plant life covers such diverse topics as DNA, cell division, and photosynthesis.
5) Africa
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Discover the traditional lifestyles, beliefs, skills, and crafts of the peoples of this vast and ancient continent."--Cover.
6) Archeology
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An introduction to the field of archeology, covering such areas as radiocarbon dating, preservation techniques, excavation sites, and marine archeology.
7) Bible lands
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Photographs and text document life in Biblical times, surveying the clothing, food, and civilizations of a wide variety of cultures, including the Israelites, Babylonians, Persians, and Romans.
8) Boat
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Photographs and text provide information about boats and ships, looking at different types of sailing vessels from throughout history, investigating their different parts, and discussing how and why they work.
9) Book
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Text and photographs trace the evolution of the written word, how the alphabet grew out of pictures, the development of papermaking, bookbinding, children's books, and more.
10) Building
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[1995]
Description
Discusses the art and technique of constructing buildings; examples include towers, thatched-roof houses, and houses with ornate balconies.
11) Civil war
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 2
Description
Examines many aspects of the United States Civil War, including the issue of slavery, secession, the raising of armies, individual battles, the commanders, Northern life, Confederate culture, the surrender of the South, and the aftermath.
12) Costume
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Photographs and text provide information about the history of clothes and fashion, examining clothes, accessories, and ornaments worn by men, women, and children, and discussing the devices employed to obtain a certain look.
13) Cowboy
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Text and photographs trace the history and lore of cowboys around the globe
14) Desert
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Examines the forces that form deserts and discusses the animals and people that inhabit them.
15) Dinosaur!
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Presents a photographic introduction to dinosaurs, explaining what they are, tracing the history of dinosaur discovery, and discussing the physical characteristics and behaviors of dinosaurs.
17)
Electronics
Author
18) Elephant
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Discusses elephants, their physiology, behavior, evolution, relatives, uses by humans, and conservation.
19) Epidemic
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2000]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Discusses what an epidemic is, how it evolves, various causes and carriers, and efforts to prevent epidemics.
20) Farm
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Text and photographs depict different aspects of farming through the ages including the equipment, domestic animals, crops, and the future of farming.
21) Film
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This photographic essay explores the history and technology of filmmaking, including how a set is built, how stunts are performed, how special effects are achieved, and how films are edited.
22) Flag
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2000
Description
This book is a photographic essay about flags from countries all over the world and such special flags as signal flags for ships and boats, flags for special festivals and sports, political flags and coats of arms.
23) Force & motion
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book explores the principles of force and motion, describing how they have been applied from ancient to modern times.
25)
Goya
Author
26) Impressionism
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9.4 - AR Pts: 2
Description
Examines the lives of impressionist painters and the influences that shaped their work through re-created albums of letters, sketches, and photographs.
27) Knight
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Be an eyewitness to what life was really like for a knight in medieval times -- from battles to banquets and from jousting to hunting. See how a knight put on his armor. Find out why knights decorated their shields. Discover deadly weapons known as caltrops.
28) Light
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
Appears on list
Description
This is a guide to the origins, principles, and historical study of light.
29)
Manet
Author
30) Monet
Author
Series
Description
Explores the life and work of the French impressionist painter and includes photographs of his more popular works of art.
32) Perspective
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 11.2 - AR Pts: 2
Description
Text and accompanying photographs discuss the development of perspective theory and practice from the Renaissance to the cubists and beyond.
33) Prehistoric life
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explore the origins of life on earth, from the first algae to the first humans; why life began in the sea, not on land; why dinosaurs ruled the earth for millions of years and then disappeared; and how mammals--and then humans--took over.
34) The Renaissance
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 11 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Discover how multifaceted artists, skilled as painters, sculptors and architects, presented new ideas about perspective, harmony and beauty. Explore the culutral centers of Italy and Northern Europe and the artists who made them famous--from Donatello and Leonardo da Vinci to Van Eyck and Durer.
35) Shell
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Photographs and text examine different types of shells, including seashells, eggshells, and fossil shells, focusing on such aspects as how shells camouflage themselves and how they may be collected.
36) Spy
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"This book presents information about men and women spies throughout history as well as about the tools and equipment they used in espionage and intelligence service. You can also be an eyewitness to some of the world's most shadowy characters, and get the inside scoop on the ingenious gadgets that real-life spies have used to gather and send information without getting caught."--Publisher's description.
37) Super Bowl
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A history of the Super Bowl, including chapters on stadiums, television broadcasts, and notable plays.
38)
Technology
Author
39) Time & space
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2000
Description
Text and full-color photographs and 3-D models present information about time and space.
40) Train
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A picture-packed guide to the fascinating story of trains and how they have transformed our world. Discover how the vision of George Stephenson, the "father of the railroad," materialized into an age of steam around the world. Study the cut-out of a locomotive to understand how the movement of the piston turns the wheels. Learn how the American railroad contributed to the development and progress in the US and facilitated the spread of population...
41) Van Gogh
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This Eyewitness Art--Van Gogh, interweaves biography with artistic analysis to provide a complete understanding of van Gogh's character and work.
42) Watercolor
Author
Series
Description
This book interweaves artistic analysis with glowing color photography to provide a complete understanding of the topic. A unique album of artists' materials, sketches, equipment, and memorable quotes are presented alongside reproductions of more than 150 works of art.
44) Everest
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2001
Description
Describes the conditions and terrain of Mount Everest, attempts that have been made to scale this peak, and general information about the equipment and techniques of mountain climbing.
45) Rain forest
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2001.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An overview of the rain forest and the variety of animals which live there.
46) Rescue
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2001]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Guide to emergency rescue services. Includes photographs of real incidents, equipment, clothing and rescue techniques.
47) Judaism
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Presents an illustrated exploration of the history, faith, and traditions of the Jewish people.
48) Submarine
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Shows how submersible vessels work and what it's like to live underwater.
49) Ancient Greece
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Illustrations and text provide information about the land, history, beliefs, achievements, and daily lives of the people of ancient Greece.
50) Ancient Rome
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.1 - AR Pts: 2
Description
"Step into the world of ancient Rome and meet its emperors, gods, soldiers, and gladiators. Who were Rome's most famous emperors? What was everyday life like for a soldier in the Roman army? How did the citizens of ancient Rome live? Did gladiators really fight to the death in the mighty Colosseum? Find out the answers to all these questions, and many more, in Eyewitness Ancient Rome. Photographs of real artefacts and detailed illustrations will help...
53) Castle
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the history and characteristics of castles around the world, including how they were constructed to protect and defend the people who lived there.
54) Cat
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Presents a photographic introduction to cats, explaining what they are, tracing the history of cats, examining their physical characteristics and behaviors, and looking at different types of cats.
56) Dog
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Text and photographs highlight the evolutionary history of dogs, their domestication, anatomy, behavior, and breeds, and offer guidance on dog care and training.--
58) Future
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Provides a speculative look ahead to the technological, environmental, and biological developments of the twenty-first century.
59) Horse
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A photo essay introducing members of the horse family, their evolution, behavior, importance, history, breeding, and training. Includes major international breeds of domestic horses.
62) Jungle
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Be an eye witness to all the action of the rainforest - watch gibbons swing through the trees, multicolored macaws squawk up in the open canopy, and insects scurry down below" -- Cover verso.
63) Mammal
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Photographs and text examine the world of mammals, depicting their development, feeding habits, courtship rituals, protective behavior, and physical adaptation to their various ways of life.
64) Mars
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 2
Description
In this informative series title, readers can discover the Red Planet with information from ancient astronomers to the amazing robotic rovers of today.
65) Medieval life
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Photographs of medieval artifacts, sites, and artworks provide a portrait of life in the Middle Ages, including the feudal lords and their manors, tournaments, court life, and the role of the church.
66) Eyewitness mummy
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Documents the history and significance of mummies, both natural and man-made, and describes the principles and ceremonies associated with them.
67) Music
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes some of the many different types of instruments made throughout history, and discusses their construction and sound. Includes photographs.
68) Ocean
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 1
Formats
Description
Text and illustrations present such ocean creatures as the manta ray, dolphin, and octopus, explaining their physical structures and how they work.
69) Photography
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explains how photography began and developed, how and why photography works, and how today's digital techniques and formats affect our lives.
70) Pirate
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Presents a photographic introduction to pirates, examining the history of piracy as it was practiced around the world, and looking at weapons, navigation and maps, women pirates, life at sea and on land, and the appearance of pirates in film and literature.
71) Pyramid
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Presents a photographic introduction to pyramids, explaining what they are, discussing how and when they were built, examining the purpose of pyramids, and looking at different pyramids around the world.
72)
Robot
Author
74) Seashore
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Brief text and photos introduce the animal inhabitants of the seashore, including fish, crustaceans, snails, and shore birds.
75) Shark
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Did you know that sharks first appeared in the oceans 200 million years before the dinosaurs, and that they have an electrical sixth sense that helps them locate their prey? How dangerous is a great white shark? Can a whale shark really grow as big as a city bus? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these questions, then this may be the book for you! Discover where they live, why they are hunted, and what can be done to protect them. The book...
76) Skeleton
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A look at the parts of the human skeleton, the types of joints, and the diseases that affect the bones.
77) Titanic
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 1
Appears on list
Description
Discover the luxury of this famous ship - and the exploration of its remains on the ocean floor. Detailed descriptions of the Titanic, including its accommodations, and a retelling of its sinking in the North Atlantic in April, 1912.
79) Whale
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Examines the world of marine mammals and discusses how species of whales, dolphins, walruses, and manatee live and communicate as well as some of the legends that surround them.
80) World Series
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
An history of the century-old World Series, lavishly illustrated with photographs.
81) World War II
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Provides an eyewitness account of the turbulent and terrifying events of World War II, from the Blitz to the atomic bomb. Be an eyewitness to the turbulent and terrifying events of World War II -- from the Blitz to the atomic bomb. Discover how everyday items were reused for the war effort. See the way propaganda affected the minds of people. Find out why many Japanese soldiers would rather die than face capture. New Look! Relaunched with new jackets...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.7 - AR Pts: 2
Description
Presents a visual guide to the people, battles, and events of America's war for independence, and includes explanatory text.
Become an eyewitness to the American struggle for independence, from the events that sparked the war all the way through to the signing of the Constitution. This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour through revolutionary America. Discover how American soldiers won battles against the great British Empire, plus see...
83) Amphibian
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Examines the evolution, behavior, physical characteristics, and life cycle of all kinds of amphibians.
84) Ancient China
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
The history of Imperial China from the building of the Great Wall to the days of the last emperor.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Presents a comprehensive history of the game of baseball and includes full-color and vintage photographs of early teams and players along with information on equipment and uniforms used over the decades, stadiums, World Series heroes, and more.
87) Basketball
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Text and detailed photographs present the history, techniques, and interesting facts of basketball.
88) Car
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A photo essay about the history, development, and impact of automobiles from horseless carriages and Model T Fords to today's high-performance racing cars; featuring detailed cutaway photos showing how the moving parts of a car work.
89) Chemistry
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explores the world of natural chemistry, how it is used on a daily basis to produce food and water, to check for infections and diseases, and to help in forensics; and contains full-color captioned photographs and text that explains such topics as chemical reactions, the periodic table, atoms and molecules, and more.
91) Dance
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Surveys all forms of dance throughout the world, discussing its cultural and social significance, its costume, its history, and noted dancers and choreographers.
92)
Early humans
Author
93) Earth
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8.5 - AR Pts: 1
Appears on list
Description
This book, with full-color photographs of geological equipment, rocks, minerals, and 3-D models, explores the secrets of the earth, from the far reaches of the atmosphere to the mysteries of the interior.
94) Ecology
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 9.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Text and photographic illustrations provide information about ecology in general, specific ecosystems, and mankind's changing understanding of life.
95) Electricity
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book discusses the properties of electricity and describes how it is made and used.
96) Explorer
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Looks at the worlds of Amelia Earhart, Jacques Cousteau, Marco Polo and other famous explorers, sharing real-life photographs of their equipment and personal possessions as well as objects they found.
97) Mythology
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Presents a full-color illustrated history of ancient mythology from Greece, Rome, Egypt, and other parts of the world and includes creation and flood stories, worship of the sun and stars, gods and goddesses, and more. Surveys the treatment of gods, goddesses, the heavens, creation, death, and evil as expressed in various mythologies around the world.
98) NASCAR
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Enter the exciting world of NASCAR.
100) Fish
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Photographs and text explore the characteristics, habitats, and variety of fishes and other undersea life.
101) Food
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2005]
Description
Describes many aspects of food including: nutrition, allergies, digestion, preservation, cultural signigicance, production, and more.
102) Invention
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the history of technology and how various inventions have changed the world. Features many color photographs of historical inventions.
103) Islam
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Readers can explore the traditions, culture, and history of Islam, one of the world's largest religions.
104) Money
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Examines, in text and photographs, the symbolic and material meaning of money, from shekels, shells, and beads to gold, silver, checks, and credit cards. Also discusses how coins and banknotes are made, the value of money during wartime, and how to collect coins.
106) Olympics
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book surveys the history and traditions of the Olympics, highlighting memorable events from ancient Greece to the present day.
107) Pond & river
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This is a photo essay about the range of plants and animals found in fresh water throughout the year, examining the living conditions and survival mechanisms of creatures dwelling at the edge of the water, on its surface, or under the mud.
108) Shipwreck
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the history of shipwrecks, famous wrecks, causes, navigation and rescue techniques, and underwater archeology and the exploration of wrecks.
109) Sports
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Examines the equipment, rules, and background of many different team, target, and court sports, including soccer, rugby, Gaelic football, softball, cricket, ice hockey, table tennis, archery, and pool.
110) Tree
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Photographs and text explore the anatomy and life cycle of trees, examining the different kinds of bark, seeds, and leaves, the commercial processing of trees to make lumber, the creatures that live in trees, and other aspects.
111) Vietnam War
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 2
Description
The story of the war in Vietnam, told in text and pictures. Vietnam War complements the new look of the Eyewitness series by touring the major battles of the Vietnam conflict. Traces the history of the unpopular war that killed over 58,000 Americans, discussing the causes and effects, leaders, major battles, guerrilla warfare, aerial bombing, weaponry, peace negotiations, and lessons learned.
112) Wild West
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.4 - AR Pts: 2
Description
Brief text and color illustrations chronicle the history of the American West, from the adventures of Lewis and Clark to the massacre at Wounded Knee.
113) Christianity
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
From its origins to the 21st century, the faith of Christianity is explored in this Eyewitness Book that explains to readers different denominations, church rituals, and how Christians in different parts of the world worship. Full color.
115) Great scientists
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Full-color illustrations and photographs introduce readers to the great scientists and their discoveries from ancient history to modern times. Includes clip-art CD-ROM and wall chart.
117) Oil
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the history of the oil industry, the ways in which oil is refined and processed, the uses of oil and oil products, the influence that the need for oil has on the world's current political situation, and the impact of oil byproducts on the environment.
118) Bird
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A photo essay on the world of birds examining such topics as body construction, feathers and flight, the adaptation of beaks and feet, feeding habits, courtship, nests and eggs, and bird watching.
119) Presidents
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 2
Description
Includes bibliographies and index. Contains analyses of the presidents and their administrations on domestic and international affairs from George Washington to Jimmy Carter.
120) Eyewitness vote
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2008
Description
Presents the history of the election process from Roman times to the present day.
121) Battle
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
From the hand-to-hand combat of the ancient Assyrians to the fixed artillery battles of World War I, a chronicle of the development of warfare highlights changes in equipment and weaponry.
122) Evolution
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Text about and photography of experiments, animals, plants, bones, and fossils reveal the ideas and discoveries that have changed our understanding of the natural world and how life began.
123) Moon
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2009
Description
An illustrated exploration of the moon that discusses phases, eclipses, tides, the lunar landscape, the space race, exploration, manned spaceflight, and more. Includes wall chart and CD with clip art.
124) Soldier
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2009
Description
An illustrated overview of military life that provides information on training, intelligence, weaponry, troops, prisoners of war, guerrilla fighting, and more. Includes clip-art CD.
125) Space exploration
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes rockets, exploratory vehicles, and other technological aspects of space exploration, satellites, space stations, and the life and work of astronauts.
126) Universe
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Become an eyewitness to outer space and beyond in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the universe. Children will [see] how past, present, and future space exploration has helped our understanding of the Sun, our Solar System, rocky planets, gas giants, and explosive stars. This ... guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into far-off galaxies and out-of-this-world objects captured by powerful space telescopes....
127) Viking
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2000
Description
A history of the Vikings explains how these great explorers earned a reputation as fierce invaders, their ship construction techniques, and how Leif Erikson arrived in America centuries before Columbus.
128) Water
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2009
Description
Takes a look at the role of water in our bodies, our cultures, and our world.
129) Baseball
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2010
Description
Presents the history, equipment, techniques, and interesting facts of baseball.
130)
Chicago
131) Eyewitness dinosaur
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2010]
Description
An illustrated, scientific introduction to dinosaurs that provides information on physical characteristics, diets, and behavior; describes how paleontologists find fossils; and includes a classification chart and a time line.
132) Eyewitness economy
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2010
Description
Be an eyewitness to the trading and exchanging, choosing and buying, working and manufacturing that make up our global economy.
134) Soccer
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Examines all aspects of the game of soccer, including its history, rules, soccer skills, tactics, equipment, famous players, and playing fields.
135) Treasure
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2010
Description
Examines various treasure objects that have been lost and recovered by explorers and scientists throughout history.
136) City
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2011
Description
Looks at urban life in some to the world's most fast-paced cities, showing how cities grow and function.
137)
Computer
Author
138) Flying machine
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Contains several illustrated photographs that chronicle the history of aviation from man's first attempts to fly including Leonardo da Vinci's drawings of flying machines, airships and balloons, and powered flight throughout the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
139) Pond & river
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This is a photo essay about the range of plants and animals found in fresh water throughout the year, examining the living conditions and survival mechanisms of creatures dwelling at the edge of the water, on its surface, or under the mud.
140) Predator
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Presents an illustrated look at the predatory behavior of various animal species, discussing such topics as how animals stalk their prey, the lures and traps they use, and where predators fit in various food chains.
141) Science
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2011
Description
Provides an overview of a variety of science concepts, covering such topics as atoms, elements, energy, forces, physics, and explosive chemical reactions.
143) Butterfly & moth
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Photographs and text explore the behavior and life cycles of butterflies and moths, examining mating rituals, camouflage, habitat, growth from pupa to larva to adult, and other aspects.
144) Energy
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Text accompanied by photographic illustrations survey various sources of energy and the ways in which they have been harnessed. Includes one CD of clip art.
145) Animal
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2012
Description
Introduces the world of animals, describing their various physical characteristics, life cycles, habitats, group behaviors, roles as workers and companions to humans, and the different steps being taken to protect them.