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1) Cymbeline
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Performed as early as 1611 and published in the "First Folio" in 1623, Shakespeare's "Cymbeline" weaves an elaborate tale of palatial envy and power in Ancient Britain. Cymbeline, King of Britain, commands that his lovely young daughter Imogen marry Cloten, the violent and callous son of the current Queen by her former husband. With her heart already promised to the poor yet heroic Posthumus, Imogen refuses. Disgusted at the prospect of his daughter...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Winter's Tale is a play by William Shakespeare, originally published in the First Folio of 1623. Although it was grouped among the comedies, some modern editors have relabeled the play as one of Shakespeare's late romances. Some critics consider it to be one of Shakespeare's "problem plays", because the first three acts are filled with intense psychological drama, while the last two acts are comedic and supply a happy ending.
The play has been...
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Thea Stilton. Mouseford Academy volume 4
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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After meeting the head of the performing arts department, Professor Ratyshnikov, the Thea Sisters investigate why the famous ballerina no longer gets along with Headmaster de Mousus.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Action! With this entertaining nonfiction book, readers are taken behind the scenes to find out what is needed to make a film. From the director to the actor, the director of photography to the costume designer, children will be fascinated to learn about the various aspects of motion pictures. With its vivid images, informational text, and impressive facts, this nonfiction title will have readers engaged through the entire book as they discover amazing...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Othello" by William Shakespeare is a captivating tale of love, jealousy, and the destructive power of deceit. Set against the backdrop of Venice, this timeless tragedy follows the noble Moorish general Othello as he falls deeply in love with the beautiful Desdemona. However, their happiness is short-lived as the ensign Iago, consumed by jealousy and ambition, begins to manipulate Othello into believing that Desdemona has been unfaithful.
What unfolds...
6) Turn It Up!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 9
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English
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The Nightingales are in a serious funk.
Bradley Academy's all-girl a cappella group used to be the pride of the sunshine state, but the Nightingales have recently fallen out of harmony.
Best friends and co-captains Lidia Sato and Sydney Marino haven't been speaking ever since a boy came between them. And not just any boy-none other than Griffin Mancini, the lead singer of Bradley Academy's smug all-boy acapella group, the Kingfishers.
The Nightingales...
7) Henry VIII
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Henry VIII - William Shakespeare - King Henry VIII has one of the fullest theatrical histories of any play in the Shakespeare canon, yet has been consistently misrepresented, both in performance and in criticism. This edition offers a new perspective on this ironic, multi-layered, collaborative play, revealing it as a complex meditation on the progress of Reformation which sees English life since Henry VIII's day as a series of bewildering changes...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 7
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English
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Hester Greene loves making movies. With her camera in hand, she can focus, make decisions, and have the control she lacks in life, where her executive function disorder (think extreme ADHD plus anxiety) sabotages her every move.
But middle school is not a movie, and if her last-ditch attempt to save her language-arts grade-and her chance to pass eighth grade, period-doesn't work, Hess could lose her friends, her year, even her camera. It will take...
9) Latin Dance
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Sassy, vibrant, and energetic, Latin dance is taking clubs and ballrooms around the world by storm. Make sure it's on your radar! Inside you'll find these features: Five-Minute Interview Get the Latin lowdown from On the Radar expert and choreographer Susana Montero. Zone In Learn about some of the hottest Latin dances! Feel It Immerse yourself in the amazing experience of the Brazilian samba Carnival!
10) Street Dance
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
When you mix cool, urban music with hip and edgy dance moves, you get street dance. Make sure it's on your radar! Inside you'll find these features: Real-Life Story Read the exciting story of a street dance crew member! The Back Story Find out how and why street dance began. Five-Minute Interview On the Radar expert and choreographer Ikeela Sealey tells us what she loves about street dance!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Music videos, reality shows, and Broadway musicals all employ talented dancers that can move to the music. These dancers all spent many years practicing and perfecting good dance technique, and possibly took classes in many genres, including ballet, jazz, tap, and hip-hop. Through an introduction to each of the different styles of dance, readers can choose which they'd be most interested in. Then, they can follow full-color photographs and detailed...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting to engage reluctant readers! You probably know Shailene Woodley as the fearless, black-clad heroine Tris from Divergent. But did you know that she: • was diagnosed with scoliosis, a curvature of the spine, as a freshman in high school? • cofounded the nonprofit All It Takes, an organization dedicated to giving young people tools to make a difference and change...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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You may know that Jennifer Lawrence stars as courageous Katniss Everdeen in The Hunger Games films. But did you know that Jennifer: • grew up on a Kentucky horse farm? •had to learn to skin a squirrel for her role in Winter's Bone? (Eeeew!) • read all three Hunger Games books in four days-before she even knew she'd be playing Katniss? Want to know more about the life of this talented celebrity? Read on to learn all about Jen's childhood, family,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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You probably know Justin Timberlake as the successful boy-band singer turned solo artist whose voice dominates the airwaves. But did you know that he: • sang (and lost!) on the competitive TV show Star Search at the age of eleven? • opened a barbecue restaurant in New York City? • wrote a song for his wife, Jessica Biel, and sang it for her on their wedding day? Want to know more about this talented star? Read on to learn all about Justin's...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Many people express themselves through art. Artists share feelings and showcase the beauty around us. Whether it is through paint, song, dance, theater, or words, artists interpret the world. Featuring TIME For Kids content, this nonfiction reader introduces students to some inspiring young artists. This high-interest title includes detailed photos and sidebars, stimulating facts, and clear, informational text to engage students as they build their...
16) Choreographer
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Learn about the thrilling world of choreography and find out what it takes to make it in this competitive career.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This engaging book highlights various careers in music, describing what each job typically involves and the training required to pursue it. The book also includes a table of contents, two infographics, informative sidebars, a "Job Spotlight" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3—5 and interest levels of grades 4—7....
18) Motion Capture
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Many are familiar with Andy Serkis's groundbreaking motion capture role as Gollum in the Lord of the Rings film series. But motion capture has come a long way since it first began! This title introduces the technology behind motion capture, using many of today's most popular movies as examples. Special features highlight famous uses of motion capture, and pioneer profiles introduce some of the most influential mocap filmmakers in history. This high-interest...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
Fab and his friends think they've found the perfect drummer for their rock band in his new neighbor, Zee. Following the success of their first gig, the band can't wait to perform at their school's Septemberfest. That is until Zee announces his parents don't want him to be part of the band anymore. But Fab decides to take things into his own hands. He goes to Zee's house to meet his parents. Will Fab be able to change their minds, or will he possibly...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Get ready for a wild ride! From boats and planes to sports cars, vehicles have been used in movies since the dawn of film. Through gripping text and vibrant photos, this title explores some of the most famous on-screen vehicles in movie history. Special features introduce readers to movie pioneers, unique vehicles, and more. Whether you want to hit top speed in one of James Bond's cruisers or learn how Herbie the Love Bug was chosen, this engaging...
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