Phil Corso
1) Jujitsu
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The martial art of jujitsu was developed in Japan hundreds of years ago. It was meant to help practitioners combat samurai, who were heavily armored and heavily armed warriors. The goal was to do so without the use of weapons. Jujitsu emphasizes joint locks, throws, sweeps, and pins, all techniques that can help a smaller competitor use leverage and momentum to take down a bigger opponent. Young readers will learn about this popular martial art and...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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By the time Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was 24 years old, he'd already shown the world how to play and lead like a superstar. After achieving early success playing college football and baseball, Mahomes has become an NFL trendsetter and record breaker, becoming only one of four African American quarterbacks to win an All-Pro Most Valuable Player Award. Eye-catching photographs, biographical timelines, and a detailed narrative tell...
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Since the early 1600s, telescopes have helped us examine the stars. Early telescopes used two glass lenses to focus light. Today, we use mirrors in the same way as glass, but mirrors are lighter and easier to make than lenses. To see dim objects that are far away, these mirrors must be very large. They're much larger than the average hobbyist telescope. With this volume, readers will learn about the components of a telescope and the role each component...
4) Tae Kwon Do
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The martial art of tae kwon do is based on more than 5,000 years of Korean tradition. It's a combat system that focuses not only on physical performance but also on mental and spiritual wellness. The name of this martial art loosely means "foot, fist, and discipline," and tae kwon do combines the strength of the body with the agility of the mind. Today, tae kwon do is a popular martial art for kids and adults all over the world. Readers will learn...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Every four years in the United States of America, candidates from different political parties stand in front of the nation to showcase their ideas and sell their visions of the future before Election Day. Presidential debates are a way for candidates to share their ideas, show how they are different from other candidates, and garner support from voters. This book outlines the history and background that make these debates so important to the American...
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We can experience electricity in nature in a few ways, including electricity as lightning and as static electricity. Electricity is a type of energy that can build up in one place or move from one place to another. We need electricity to power our homes, businesses, and electronic devices. Without electricity, we'd depend on candles for light and fire for heat. Young readers are introduced to the components of electricity and how we rely on electricity...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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The Electoral College is the body of people who elect the president and vice president of the United States. Many U.S. citizens are confused by this system, which dates back to the creation of the U.S. Constitution. When citizens vote for a presidential candidate, they're actually voting for an elector who will cast a vote for their state for that candidate in the Electoral College. This system is a controversial subject in American politics. Primary...