Emma Huddleston
1) Sports Cars
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
This series introduces readers to the defining characteristics, history, mechanics, and uses of twelve cool rides. Each title features engaging infographics, informative sidebars, vivid photographs, and a glossary.
2) Grasshoppers
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English
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A little green bug springs high into the air. The grasshopper's strong legs help it jump while wings send it soaring. But what do these jumping bugs do when they are firmly on the ground? Learn all about how a grasshopper's coloring keeps it safe, what it does to find food and chow down, and why some grasshoppers are friends to farmers while others are foes. Engaging photos paired with simple text make this a perfect fit for any bug-loving early reader....
3) Mosquitoes
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English
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Buzzzz! A small bug zips through the air, lands on its unsuspecting meal, sucks up some blood, and flies away. But there is more to the mosquito than its itchy bite. Follow along and learn why mosquitoes bite, how they grow, and more. Engaging photos paired with simple text make this a perfect fit for any bug-loving early reader. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Explore the wild and wonderful world of bugs in this series for beginning...
4) Butterflies
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Bright wings flap through the sky on a warm summer day. Butterflies add color to our world. But these amazing bugs are so much more than their colorful wings. Follow along as they go from crawling caterpillar to beautiful butterfly. Then, learn what they eat, how they stay safe, and how they help flowers bring even more color to our world. Engaging photos paired with simple text make this a perfect fit for any bug-loving early reader. Glossary of...
5) Prosthetics
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English
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Introduces readers to the science behind prosthetics, including how and why the technology was created, current examples of the technology in action, and cutting-edge research advancing the technology. Eye-catching infographics, clear text, informative sidebars, and a "How It Works" special feature make this book an engaging introduction to this exciting technology.
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Flipping, spinning, and jumping is so much fun. There's nothing quite like a gymnastics meet, but what happens before the big day? Follow young athletes practicing their favorite sport. Simple text and action-packed photos capture gymnasts learning new skills, listening to their coaches, and learning to stay healthy as they play. There's so much to do to get ready for a gymnastics meet.
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Invites readers to learn about famous inventions-such as phones, computers, and airplanes-through the format of riddle clues and answers. Vibrant photos help illustrate the subject. Additional features include a phonetic glossary, and introduction to the author, and sources for further research.
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Invites readers to learn about animal groups such as mammals, reptiles, and amphibians through the format of riddle clues and answers. Vibrant photos help illustrate the subject. Additional features include a phonetic glossary, and introduction to the author, and sources for further research.
9) Shawn Mendes
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title introduces readers to the life and music of Shawn Mendes. Colorful photos, fun facts, and a timeline of key dates in his life make this book an exciting read for young music lovers.
10) Goblins
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This book introduces readers to tales of goblins, from ancient myths to modern stories. The book also includes a table of contents, one infographic, informative sidebars, a "Story Spotlight" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index.
11) Managing Money
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English
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This title introduces readers to the idea of money management and encourages them to try making a budget. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts and an infographic, this book provides an engaging introduction to this important life skill.
12) Ogres
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This book introduces readers to tales of ogres, from ancient myths to modern stories. The book also includes a table of contents, one infographic, informative sidebars, a "Story Spotlight" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index.
13) Werewolves
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English
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Legends from around the world tell stories of a creature whose piercing howl under the full moon strikes fear into the hearts of those who hear it. From Greek mythology to Harry Potter, werewolves have captured people's imaginations for millennia. Readers will enjoy learning about the histories and behaviors of these legendary creatures, along with their presence in popular culture. Vivid images and a helpful diagram illustrate the creature's anatomy....
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A snake slithers in an S shape along the forest floor. Science explains how snakes move without limbs. How Snakes Slither explains how a snake's body lets it move smoothly across many surfaces as well as the forces at work that help them glide across the ground.
15) Motocross Cycles
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title introduces readers to the defining characteristics, history, mechanics, and uses of motocross cycles. The title features engaging infographics, informative sidebars, vivid photographs, and a glossary.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
From the first women who fought to bring gymnastics to the Olympics to the international superstars of today, Legends of Women's Gymnastics tells the stories of the women who have thrilled and inspired fans both in and out of the gym.
17) Genetics
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Living things have different traits. These traits are caused by the genes living things get from their parents. Genetics looks at how genes influence traits and how to find out how likely it is to get a trait. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
18) Central America
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English
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This title introduces readers to the region of Central America. Concise text, thought-provoking discussion questions, and compelling photos give the reader an insightful look into Central America's rich and complex histories, natural environments, economies, governments, and peoples.
19) Snakehead Fish
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English
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This title explores the role of snakehead fish in introduced environments, how humans helped spread the species, the threats they pose to ecosystems, and efforts being taken to manage them. This book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Highlights the schooling, job training, and life on the job for ultrasound technicians. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and an index.
From building skyscrapers to maintaining plumbing, trade jobs are essential to everyday life in the United States. Information about jobs ranging from dental hygienists...