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Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 8
Formats
Description
Between the world wars, no sport was more popular, or more dangerous, than airplane racing. Thousands of fans flocked to multi-day events, and cities vied with one another to host them. The pilots themselves were hailed as dashing heroes who cheerfully stared death in the face. Well, the men were hailed. Female pilots were more often ridiculed than praised for what the press portrayed as silly efforts to horn in on a manly, and deadly, pursuit. Keith...
7) Tractors
Author
Pub. Date
2007.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Simple text and supportive full-color photographs introduce young readers to tractors. Intended for kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
8) Graders
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A new road needs to be built, but first a grader must flatten the dirt underneath. A grader uses a blade to push the dirt down and prepare the way for a new road. Students will discover other jobs this powerful machine performs in this early introduction.
14) The pumpkin book
Author
Pub. Date
1999.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes how pumpkins come in different shapes and sizes, how they grow, and their traditional uses and cultural significance. Includes instructions for carving a pumpkin and drying the seeds.
16) Volcanoes!
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes how a volcano is formed, the different types of volcanoes, where the most active volcanoes are found, and what happens when a volcano erupts.
18) Planets
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Colorful photographs and simple text introduce children to the planets. Provides information about the planets, the sun, and moons.
19) Earth movers
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Simple text and supportive images introduce young readers to earth movers. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 2
Description
'Here is a rare perspective on a story we only thought we knew. For Apollo 11, the first moon landing, is a story that belongs to many, not just the few and favous. Gathering direct quotes from some of these folks who worked behind the scenes, and culling NASA transcripts, national archives, and stunning photos from Apollo 11, the author captures not only the sheer magnitude of this feat but also the dedication, ingenuity, and perseverance of the...