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16781) United States Marine Corps
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Marines have a reputation as one of the most well-disciplined and feared fighting forces on the planet. Students will find out how someone joins this elite group, what tools Marines use to complete missions, and the training people must endure to become Marines.
16782) Crime Fighting
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9.3 - AR Pts: 3
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English
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Crime Fighting examines advancements in forensic science and crime fighting.
16783) Partners in Mischief
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Peter had a happy, settled life at home with his mum, and at school with his best friend, Tom. They had known each other a long time and were inseparable. This, however, was about to change when he, by accident, spotted his mum and headteacher together, holding hands! Although he wanted his mum to be happy, Peter couldn't accept this. He and Tom decided that they should do something to return life to how it was before. Nobody would want their headteacher...
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Did you know that President Theodore Roosevelt had a guinea pig called Fighting Bob Evans along with many other hilariously named pets? Were you aware that a certain Brazilian Emperor didn't oppose a military coup because he no longer enjoyed his job? Brought to you by renowned trivia historians Jack Goldstein and Jimmy Russell, this eBook is full of facts that will make you laugh, gasp in amazement and possibly blow your mind. Find out what percentage...
16785) Cuando la luz lo baña todo
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Español
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La poesía es una herramienta que nos brinda mecanismos de percepción para poder acercarnos y disfrutar el mundo que nos rodea. Para el poeta, el mundo sensible siempre esta presente, aunque esté oculto tras una barrera, una bruma... Sin embargo, ¿qué sucede cuando el poeta ve el mundo a través de otros sentidos que no son la vista? La bruma desaparece y otros detalles cobran un profundo significado que llenan de intencionalidad y de presencia...
16786) Laura Ingalls Wilder
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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A pioneer and the creator of the Little House series, Laura Ingalls Wilder is an amazing author. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the author's life. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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Wondering about what career you might have in the future? Not sure where to get information on different jobs? This book can help you out. This book examines a variety of jobs in the field of public service. Each chapter looks at a different career and describes the training needed, the duties involved, and the qualities you need to do the job well. Readers will explore the worlds of police officers, EMTs, firefighters, social workers, librarians,...
16788) Canaletto
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An introduction into the life and times of Giovanni Antonio Canal, a famous Venetian artist known for his landscapes of Venice.
16789) Urinary Tract Infections
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According to the National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NKUDIC), UTIs are the second most common type of infection in the body. Almost 50 percent of women get a UTI at some point in their life. Therefore, it is essential that teens understand the symptoms of a UTI and what to do if they think they have one. UTIs are common and relatively harmless, but they can become serious if left untreated. This helpful guide covers the...
16790) Power Workers
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Electric shock and explosions are just some of the daily dangers power workers face on the job. In this book, readers in grades 4-8 will meet the people who risk their lives to bring electricity to homes and businesses around the world. This high interest, low reading level series gives readers an exciting photo- and fact-filled look at some of the most dangerous jobs on the planet. Each book features stand-alone spreads, so readers can flip pages...
16791) Returning Soldiers and PTSD
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One of the most painful and tragic legacies of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan has been the trauma suffered by those who served and the far-reaching consequences and after-effects of their scarring combat experiences. This very important volume looks at the issue of returning soldiers PTSD from multiple angles, examining skyrocketing suicide rates; the debates surrounding the quality and accessibility of health care; the nature of and stigmas associated...
16792) Deep-Sea Fishing
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Deep-sea fishing is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. From sinking ships to being thrown overboard, readers in grades 4-8 will learn how deep-sea fishers put their lives on the line every day they go to work. This high interest, low reading level series gives readers an exciting photo- and fact-filled look at some of the most dangerous jobs on the planet. Each book features stand-alone spreads, so readers can flip pages and read in any...
16793) Si las paredes hablaran
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Español
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La vida está hecha de recuerdos, algunos alegres y otros que pesan. El cielo es el límite, pero solo los valientes lo atraviesan. Todos tenemos historias que contamos o nos callamos. Muchos hemos llorado por amor, por un fallo o por perder un ser querido. Muchos escriben por trabajo o pasatiempo, otros escribimos lágrimas para que nos lean el interior.
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Set sail with "Wynken, Blynken, and Nod" and "The Owl and the Pussy-Cat," and gaze in wonder at the night sky with "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star." Stroll the beach with "The Walrus and the Carpenter," and experience the magic of Christmas with "A Visit from St. Nicholas." This enchanting collection of childhood verse features these and nearly 100 other classic poems, illustrated by a master of the Art Nouveau style. With his fine eye for intricate...
16795) Neat Number Puzzles
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Readers can count on a good time with this book of numerical mysteries. They'll dig into clever number puzzles and gain confidence in their problem-solving skills. Engaging riddles make math, logic, and reasoning fun even for reluctant readers. They'll develop critical and creative thinking skills. Original illustrations bring charm to each puzzle. Helpful hints encourage readers to find every answer. Accessible and interactive, this fun book will...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Meet Belinda. She's a witch who loves to count things in her creepy castle. Unfortunately, it's not always so easy to find the things she's looking for. In this enchanting counting book, kids count along with Belinda as they search for spooky items hidden throughout her castle. This title is sure to delight children as it reinforces their reading and math skills. Each 32-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple...
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William takes on the great Alaska outdoors in several dreams the night before his big trip. William and his mother will hike Lazy Mountain the next morning. As he goes to sleep his excitement cannot be contained. William's imagination gets the best of him as his dreams take him all over the state of Alaska. He finds himself on the North Slope down to Prince William Sound and just about everywhere in between. Along his adventures William spends time...
16800) Agricultores (Farmers)
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Many years ago, most of the U.S. population lived on farms and produced their own food to eat. Now, only 2 percent of the population produces food for the entire world. Readers will learn that farmers are responsible for the fruits, vegetables, and meat we buy in the grocery store, and the ingredients that go into many other things. They often use technology to help them produce these things. Some farmers research ways to keep their animals comfortable...
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