Elizabeth Raum
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Presents the full text of "The Star-Spangled Banner" in both its original version and in a translated version using everyday language. Describes the events that led to the creation of America's national anthem and its significance through history"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Presents the full text of the Pledge of Allegiance in both its original version and in a translated version using everyday language. Describes the events that led to the creation of the pledge and its significance through history"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
Imagine being asked to explore an unknown part of the country. That's exactly what happened to Daniel Boone in the mid-1700s. Boone and others cut a path through the wilderness of Kentucky and Virginia. Lively language, historical illustrations, and primary source journal entries from Boone and his fellow settlers help readers feel as if they were a part of the journey. Meets Common Core critical thinking standards, and provides strong ties to social...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Step back in time and experience the Revolutionary War through the stories of the people who lived through it. Witness the first reading of the Declaration of Independence. Experience the horror of a sneak attack. Watch a mother risk her life by spying for the colonists. True Stories of the Revolutionary War doesn't just tell you the tales of war. It drops you into the thick of combat.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
c2008
Language
English
Description
"Describes the experiences of Irish immigrants upon arriving in America during the time of the Irish potato famine. Reader's choices reveal historical details about where they settled, the jobs they found, and the difficulties they faced"--Provided by publisher.
10) Geckos
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus Publishing
Pub. Date
c2015
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes geckos, including what they look like, where they live, some of their behaviors, how they reproduce, and how they fit in the world.
11) Green iguanas
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus Publishing
Pub. Date
c2015
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes green iguanas, including what they look like, where they live, some of their behaviors, how they reproduce, and how they fit in the world.
12) Taipans
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus High Interest
Pub. Date
c2016
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the Australian taipan snake, one of the most venomous snakes in the world. Readers learn how these snakes use their venom to kill prey and as a defense against predators when threatened.
13) Taj Mahal
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus Publishing
Pub. Date
c2015
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the Taj Mahal, one of the ancient wonders of the world, including how and why it was built, how it was ruined and has been restored, and what it is like today.
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus High Interest
Pub. Date
c2016
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the venomous black widow spider. Learn how these spiders use venom to kill prey and as a protection against predators. Also explains where they live and what to do when they are encountered.
15) Stonefish
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus High Interest
Pub. Date
c2016
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the poisonous stonefish. Readers learn how these ocean animals use stingers on their backs to defend against predators. Also explains the threat of these stings to humans and what to do when stonefish are encountered.
16) Box jellyfish
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus High Interest
Pub. Date
c2016
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the venomous box jellyfish of the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Learn how these jellies use venom to kill prey and as a protection against predators. Also explains where they live and what to do when they are encountered.
17) Bearded dragons
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus Publishing
Pub. Date
c2015
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Describes bearded dragons, including what they look like, where they live, some of their behaviors, how they reproduce and how they fit in the world" -- Provided by publisher.
18) Stephen Curry
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Biography of Stephen Curry, describing his childhood, when he started playing basketball, and how he got to be a world-renowned player.
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus Publishing
Pub. Date
p2015
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the statues of Easter Island, one of the ancient wonders of the world, including theories on how they were built, the people who built them, and what the statues are like today.
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus High Interest
Pub. Date
c2016
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the venomous poison dart frog. Learn how these rainforest frogs use venom to as a protection against predators. Also explains how people have used the poison for hunting and medicines.