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1) Sloths
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Hang out in the treetops of the Amazon rain forest with the sloth! Engaging text and oversized, striking photos invite readers to travel to South America and learn about the sloth's body structure, diet, life cycle, social behavior, habitat, predators, and ways of defense. Simple, labeled maps highlight the animal's home territory. Background information about South America is also given, as well as threats to the sloth's survival. The book closes...
2) Toucans
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Call out from the treetops of the Amazon rain forest with the toucan! Engaging text and oversized, striking photos invite readers to travel to South America and learn about the toucan's body structure, diet, life cycle, social behavior, habitat, predators, and ways of defense. Simple, labeled maps highlight the animal's home territory. Background information about South America is also given, as well as threats to the toucan's survival. The book closes...
3) Piranhas
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Swim down the Amazon River with the piranha! Engaging text and oversized, striking photos invite readers to travel to South America and learn about the piranha's body structure, diet, life cycle, social behavior, habitat, predators, and ways of defense. Simple, labeled maps highlight the animal's home territory. Background information about South America is also given, as well as threats to the piranha's survival. The book closes with a page of kid-friendly...
4) Jaguars
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Dash through the Amazon with the jaguar! Engaging text and oversized, striking photos invite readers to travel to South America and learn about the jaguar's body structure, diet, life cycle, social behavior, and habitat. Simple, labeled maps highlight the animal's home territory. Background information about South America is also given, as well as threats to the jaguar's survival. The book closes with a page of kid-friendly facts. Readers are left...
5) Sloth
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title is an introductory look at slow and steady sloths. Readers will learn about the number of species, what sloths look like, common habitats and habits, what they like to eat, and baby sloths. Complete with big, colorful photographs and more facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
6) Empanadas
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
An overview of empanadas, from the origin of the food to how it is prepared and enjoyed today. Clear text and vibrant photos grab and hold readers' interest and QR Codes in each chapter link to book-specific videos, activities, and more.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Howl through the treetops of the Amazon rain forest with the howler monkey! Engaging text and oversized, striking photos invite readers to travel to South America and learn about the howler monkey's body structure, diet, life cycle, social behavior, habitat, predators, and ways of defense. Simple, labeled maps highlight the animal's home territory. Background information about South America is also given, as well as threats to the howler monkey's...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Hop through the Amazon rain forest with the poison dart frog! Engaging text and oversized, striking photos invite readers to travel to South America and learn about the poison dart frog's body structure, diet, life cycle, social behavior, habitat, predators, and ways of defense. Readers will also learn about the frog's extremely toxic skin. Simple, labeled maps highlight the animal's home territory. Background information about South America is also...
9) Toucan
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title is an introductory look at vibrant toucans. Readers will learn about the number of species, what toucans look like, common habitats and habits, what they like to eat, and baby toucans. Complete with big, colorful photographs and more facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
10) Brazil Safari
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
With this title, readers will go on safari in Brazil! This book covers how and where safari-goers can encounter several animals of the Amazon in Brazil. The title is complete with colorful images, simple text, and a list of exciting safari adventures. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Infographics Informative sidebars Table...
11) India
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw in readers as they journey through India - home of the snow-capped Himalayas, the magnificent Taj Mahal, and the world-famous Bollywood movie industry. Readers will learn about India's history, government, major cities, land features, natural resources, culture, and more! Maps, a timeline with photos, fun facts, and pronunciation guides aid readers. The book closes with a facts page including...
12) Alcazar Castle
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title takes readers through the grounds, halls, and history of Alcazar Castle in Segovia, Spain. Readers will learn about who lived there, including kings and queens, what purposes the castle served, and what visitors can expect, when they explore Alcazar today.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Description
Built by the Inca people thousands of years ago, Machu Picchu still stands today after it was mysteriously abandoned by those who inhabited it. Young readers will learn about who built it, when it was built, and why it was built. This title is complete with impressive historical and current photographs and images, and simple text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division...
14) Poison Dart Frog
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title is an introductory look at colorful poison dart frogs. Readers will learn about the number of species, what poison dart frogs look like, common habitats and habits, what they like to eat, and baby poison dart frogs. Complete with big, colorful photographs and more facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
15) Ocelot
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title is an introductory look at beautiful ocelots. Readers will learn about what ocelots look like, their size, common habitats and habits, what they like to eat, and baby ocelots. Complete with big, colorful photographs and more facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
16) South America
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This book introduces readers to the climate, landforms, plants, animals, and people of South America. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state...
17) Cuba
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw in readers as they journey through Cuba - home of the beautiful Sierra Maestra mountain range, historic Old Havana, and long-standing fortresses. Readers will learn about Cuba's history, government, major cities, land features, natural resources, culture, and more! Maps, a timeline with photos, fun facts, and pronunciation guides aid readers. The book closes with a facts page including...
18) Brazil
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw in readers as they journey through Brazil - home of the Amazon rain forest, Rio de Janeiro's iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, and international soccer stars such as Pele. Readers will learn about Brazil's history, government, major cities, land features, natural resources, culture, and more! Maps, a timeline with photos, fun facts, and pronunciation guides aid readers. The book closes...
19) Greece
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Welcome to Greece - home of the historic Parthenon and birthplace of the Olympic Games! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw in readers as they learn about Greece's history, government, major cities, land features, natural resources, culture, and more! Maps, a timeline with photos, and fun facts complement the text. The book closes with a facts page including Greece's population and total area, as well as images of the Greek...
20) Germany
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
This book will introduce readers to Germany. Readers will learn a little about the country's history, geography, major cities and landmarks, and culture. The title is complete with beautiful images and simple text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index
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