Emma Carlson Berne
3) Crustaceans
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Presenting crabs, shrimp, lobsters, barnacles, and krill! Crustaceans is an eye-catching animal-science reference book for young readers and browsers. Covering all the basic topics, including habitat, anatomy, and diet, Crustaceans allows kids to get up close and learn all about these hard-shelled marine animals through vibrant photos and clear, concise text.
4) Amphibians
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Shine the science spotlight on frogs, toads, newts, salamanders, and caecilians! Organized by reference topics such as habitat, anatomy, and diet, Amphibians introduces young readers and browsers to these water-dependent animals through vibrant full-color photos and concise, factual text.
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Tells the stories in their own words of several of the thousands of Jewish children rescued from Nazi Germany between 1938 and 1940 and brought to new homes in the United Kingdom. Memoir pieces, poems, photographs, and other primary sources bring their stories to life.
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How did the ghost patch his sheet? And why couldn't the mummy stop looking in the mirror? You'll find out in this fun book of spooky jokes! Read on for jokes that are so funny, they're scary-plus a few jokes that will make you groan and grin all at once. Are you ready to laugh your socks off? Then you've come to the right place!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Why did Cesar Chavez want to help farm workers? How did he get people to care about farm workers' rights? Cub Reporter interviews him to find out! Learn how Cesar fought to make the United States a fairer, safer place to work and live. Readers will see how to use interviewing skills and journalistic questions to reveal the story behind a famous American.
8) Shocking!
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The complex concepts of electrical energy are explained to readers, who will learn about basic science concepts such as static electricity, magnets, currents, circuits, and conductivity. Readers will learn about how electrical energy is measured and what fuels the electricity that flows into their home. Photographs show students electrical energy in action.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Armored skin, bony plates, and shells are key defenses animals employ to survive in their natural surroundings. By examining the many forms animal armor can take, readers will have the opportunity to explore the physical makeup of turtle shells, armadillo bands, and millipede exoskeletons, among others. They'll learn how animals use their armor to protect against specific predators. Lively fact boxes, along with sidebars and accessible descriptions...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Many mammals, reptiles, fish, and amphibians produce chemicals in their bodies in order to ward off predators. Some manufacture poisons or smelly or painful substances in their own bodies. Others acquire these chemicals through their diet. Engaging text and eye-catching photographs invite readers to delve into the world of stinky sprays, poisonous skin, and slimy goo in order to understand how animals use these chemicals to defend themselves. A discussion...
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It's easy to take care of our teeth when we make it a habit! We can brush between meals, take time to floss, and visit the dentist twice a year. Approachable text paired with engaging photos makes developing healthy dental habits fun and approachable for young readers learning early life skills.
14) Resting
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It's easy to be well-rested when we make it a habit! We can try to get a good night's sleep each night, take naps when we need them, and even find some quiet time when we're getting tired. Approachable text paired with engaging photos makes developing healthy resting habits fun and approachable for young readers learning early life skills.
15) Hot!
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Heat energy is found everywhere, including the Sun's rays and the Earth's heat under the ground. This volume defines heat and thermal energy, explains the states of matter, explores measuring heat, and outlines other basic concepts of heat energy. Sidebars profile ways that heat is measured and explain concepts of thermal energy. Photographs illustrate common sources of heat energy that can be identified in everyday life.
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If a hummingbird and a full-sized jet had a race, the jet would win, but if you shrank the jet down to the hummingbird's size, that would change everything. The hummingbird would be the hands-down winner against a jet and even a space shuttle. Students will enjoy learning fun facts about the hummingbird, including information about its life cycle, range, habitats, and just how fast it can flap its wings.
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She shoots, she scores! Soccer is so much fun, but what happens before the big day? Follow young athletes preparing to play their favorite sport. Simple text and action-packed photos capture soccer players practicing their skills, working together with their team, and learning how to stay healthy as they play. There's so much to do to get ready for a soccer match.
19) Washing Up
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It's easy to stay clean when we make it a habit! We can wake up by washing our faces, take a bath when we're dirty, and wash our hands before eating. Approachable text paired with engaging photos makes developing healthy eating habits fun and approachable for young readers learning early life skills.
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A yard work business is perfect for any young people who are hard working and not afraid to get a little dirty. This volume stresses the importance of advertising, attention to detail, and fair pricing to ensure that new businesspeople get repeat customers. The types of supplies that are needed and other tips for a successful yard care business are covered as well.