Lisa J. Amstutz
2) Fish
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English
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Shine the science spotlight on flounders, sharks, eels, and an ocean full of other fish! Organized by reference topics such as habitat, anatomy, and life cycle, Fish introduces young readers and browsers to these aquatic animals through vibrant full-color photos and concise, factual text.
3) Smartphones
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Introduces readers to the science that makes smartphones possible. Accessible text, helpful diagrams, and a "How Does It Work?" feature make this book an exciting introduction to understanding technology.
5) Ants
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English
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Where are all of those ants headed? Living together in their busy homes, these insects collect food, reproduce, and care for young to keep their colonies going. Appeal to young children's fascination with nature with delightfully simple, fun text and bright, close-up photos. All Little Pebble books have an Accelerated Reader ATOS level of 1.0 or below.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Explores how brain-computer interfaces work, focusing on their history, current developments, and potential for future discoveries. Clear text, vibrant photos, and helpful infographics make this book an accessible and engaging read. Plus, two "Scientist Bio" features highlight people who helped make this amazing technology possible.
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English
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What's that buzz? Bees! Young readers will get the fast facts about these busy insects, including bee body parts, habitats, life cycles, and why they are important to the environment. Along the way, they will also uncover surprising and fascinating facts. Simple text, close-up photos, and a fun activity make this a perfect introduction to the humming world of bees.
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A lizard that runs on water! A snake that looks like a twig! Reptiles have fascinating ways of adapting to their environments. Discover some of the most interesting and unusual reptile adaptations that have allow them to survive in many different habitats throughout the world.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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A nail is hard. A cotton ball is soft. Why are some objects hard and others soft? Find out in this series about materials and their properties. Informative, at-level text and engaging photographs help readers understand the differences between hard and soft materials.
15) Blue Jays
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Who's that singing in the backyard? It's a blue jay! Find out where blue jays live, what they eat, and how to identify the birds and their eggs.
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English
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PROTECTING OUR PLANET: This nonfiction, photo-filled science book for beginning readers explains how human activities are threatening the health of our planet, and how kids can help protect it!
SCIENCE READERS FOR CHILDREN: Earth is our home, but its health is in danger! What can we do to help? Readers will be captivated as they learn more about the threats facing Earth, and what they can do to make a difference.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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ATVs tackle the toughest land around. But there are lots of ways to make these vehicles faster and cooler and readers will love finding out how! Packed with action-filled photos and easy-to-read text, this high-interest book puts the reluctant reader in the driver's seat!
18) The Ultimate Guide to Gardening: Grow Your Own Indoor, Vegetable, Fairy, and Other Great Gardens
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Whether inside or outside, decorative or edible, this book is full of gardening projects large and small. Easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions are accompanied by photographs that guide the aspiring gardening through planting all kinds of gardens.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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A diamond is shiny. A brick wall is dull. Why are some objects shiny and others dull? Find out in this series about materials and their properties. Informative, at-level text and engaging photographs help readers understand the differences between shiny and dull objects.
20) Cats
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Meow! Meow! Cats make fun pets. Some have short hair and some have long hair. Some have flat noses and others have stubby tails. Young readers will learn about the appearance, behavior, and abilities of pet cats, and discover why these curious creatures make amazing pets.