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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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In 2015, when Ohio State took on the University of Oregon in the first College Football Playoff championship game, millions of sports fans tuned in. But back in 1869, when Rutgers University and Princeton University played the first-ever college football game, no one predicted the national spectacle that a college football championship game would become. Author Matt Doeden takes readers on a journey from the disorganized games of the early years to...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Highlights various successes of both individuals and teams in college basketball. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, critical thinking questions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, and an index.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Highlights various successes of both individuals and teams in college football. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, critical thinking questions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, and an index.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This title introduces fans to the best underdog stories in college basketball history, covering the highlights and characters involved in their greatest moments. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This title introduces fans to the best underdog stories in college football history, covering the highlights and characters involved in their greatest moments. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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College sports earn hundreds of millions of dollars for their schools. The money made by more popular sports is used to fund less popular sports. Find out more in Paying College Athletes, a title in the Debating the Issues series. Each title in the series features easy-to-read text, stunning visuals, and a challenging educational activity. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Electoral College makes sure every state is fairly represented in a presidential election. However, this means that sometimes a president can get elected without winning the popular vote. Find out more in The Electoral
College, a title in the Debating the Issues series. Each title in the series features easy-to-read text, stunning visuals, and a challenging educational activity. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 1
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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...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Going to college when you're 18 years old can be a new and frightening experience. But imagine taking college classes when you're only 10! Read the inspirational stories of six young geniuses who went to college before they were old enough to have a driver's license. Packed with fun facts, fascinating sidebars, and featuring TIME© content and images, this informational text has features such as a glossary, an index, and a table of contents to engage...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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How can a candidate lose the popular vote and still become President? What is the difference between direct democracy and a democratic republic? This timely book shows curious readers what happens after the voting polls close. As they learn about the Electoral College, readers are encouraged to ask tough questions about the presidential election process. A unique combination of U.S. history and political science, this volume uses historical events...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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When the Constitution was written, some of the Founding Fathers wanted to include a provision that only those in Congress vote for president. Others felt it was important that the former colonists got to vote directly for their president. The Electoral College was the compromise reached-and it's still how the president and vice president are elected today. This often-confusing topic is broken down step by step for readers. Simple, clear language and...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This title introduces readers to the best college basketball arenas in the country with Kentucky's Rupp Arena and Duke's Cameron Crazies fans among other great arenas. The title features text boxes for each arena, fun facts, rich photos, and a glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This title introduces readers to the best college football stadiums in the country with Kyle Field as the largest and the Rose Bowl filled with history among other great stadiums. The title features text boxes for each stadium, fun facts, rich photos, and a glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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What do fans of college football want to know? They want to know which team is the best! Each year, the College Football Playoff decides the national champion. Read all about unforgettable plays and players from legendary college football match-ups throughout history. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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It may be surprising to learn that U.S. citizens don't directly vote for their president. The president is actually elected by the Electoral College, a system that has been the subject of great debate in recent years. This informational book explains what the Electoral College is, how it works, and why it was established. Full-color photographs and primary sources help readers make valuable connections with the text. Students will be encouraged to...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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When the Constitution was written, some of the Founding Fathers wanted to include a provision that only those in Congress vote for president. Others felt it was important that the former colonists got to vote directly for their president. The Electoral College was the compromise reached-and it's still how the president and vice president are elected today. This often-confusing topic is broken down step by step for readers. Simple, clear language and...
19) Through my eyes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 16
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English
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One of the best quarterbacks in the history of college football traces his path to success, discussing his childhood as the son of Christian missionaries and how his faith combined with his drive to succeed have made him the person he is today.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 12
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English
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Anne is finally off to Redmond College! While she's sad to be leaving Marilla and the twins, she's excited to finally become a full-fledged BA, and to embark on new adventures with the other Avonlea folks attending Redmond-a group that includes her friend Gilbert Blythe. At Redmond Anne meets Philippa Gordon, a frivolous but charming girl who pulls Anne into the center of the Redmond social scene. As Anne becomes the object of several boys' affection,...
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