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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
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"Jacqueline Woodson, one of today's finest writers, tells the moving story of her childhood in mesmerizing verse. Raised in South Carolina and New York, Woodson always felt halfway home in each place. In vivid poems, she shares what it was like to grow up as an African American in the 1960s and 1970s, living with the remnants of Jim Crow and her growing awareness of the Civil Rights movement. Touching and powerful, each poem is both accessible and...
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Publisher
ABRAMS
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
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New York Times Bestselling Series!
âThese books are, quite simply, brilliant. . . . Thrilling, bloody, action-packed stories from American history.â âNew York Times
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Learn about the most well-known battles (and little-known secrets) of World War I with the New York Times bestselling graphic novel series!
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In 1914, the worldâs biggest countries (and some of...
âThese books are, quite simply, brilliant. . . . Thrilling, bloody, action-packed stories from American history.â âNew York Times
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Learn about the most well-known battles (and little-known secrets) of World War I with the New York Times bestselling graphic novel series!
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In 1914, the worldâs biggest countries (and some of...
5) Sisters
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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In a semi-autobiographical graphic novel, Raina's disappointing bond with a cranky, independent younger sister is further challenged by the arrival of a baby brother and an estrangement in their parents' marriage.
Author
Publisher
Annick Press
Pub. Date
2019
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 6
Language
English
Formats
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Like many others on the autism spectrum, 20-something stand-up comic Michael McCreary has been told by more than a few well-meaning folks that he doesn't "look" autistic. But, as he's quick to point out in this memoir, autism "looks" different for just about everyone with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Diagnosed with ASD at age five, McCreary got hit with the performance bug not much later. During a difficult time in junior high, he started journaling,...
8) Guts
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Series
Pub. Date
2019
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Raina wakes up one night with a terrible upset stomach. Her mom has one, too, so it's probably just a bug. Raina eventually returns to school, where she's dealing with the usual highs and lows: friends, not-friends, and classmates who think the school year is just one long gross-out session. It soon becomes clear that Raina's tummy trouble isn't going away... and it coincides with her worries about food, school, and changing friendships. What's going...
9) Smile
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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An autobiography in graphic novel format describes how the author lost two of her front teeth in an accident when she was twelve, and her subsequent struggles with various corrective dental techniques throughout adolescence.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
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Publisher Annotation: Making a movie is a lot like going on a road trip. There are twists and turns and lots of surprises along the way. Hit the road with author and illustrator Jeff Kinney and get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the latest 20th Century Fox movie, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul. Find out what it takes to film a flock of seagulls invading a minivan. Learn about a robot pig and an animatronic three-year-old. And discover...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Celebrating the inventor of the Crayola crayon! This gloriously illustrated picture book biography tells the inspiring story of Edwin Binney, the inventor of one of the world's most beloved toys. A perfect fit among favorites like The Day the Crayons Quit and Balloons Over Broadway"--
12) Airplanes
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Simple text and supportive full-color photographs introduce young readers to airplanes. Intended for kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Description
Why do people build with arches? Why do we use stone in some places and wood in others? What's a foundation? How do you plan a road or construct a bridge? The answers to these questions can help gamers in Minecraft and in the real world! Through building their own structures and systems in Minecraft, young readers and gaming fans will learn about the past and present of human engineering, with a vision toward the future.
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Series
Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Pub. Date
2018
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Description
For soccer fans, the unstoppable Cristiano Ronaldo has become a household name. What goes into the making of such a phenomenal player? What was he like when he was young and still learning? This book takes a close look at one of the greatest soccer players in the world right now. Young readers will love to learn about his jaw-dropping achievements and also learn about what shaped him into a record-breaking athlete. Ronaldo's story will inspire
...15) LeBron James
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Series
Publisher
Kaleidocope Publishing
Pub. Date
2019
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title introduces readers to LeBron James, covering his early life, career, and life off the court. This title features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.
16) Parrotfish
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Simple text and supportive images introduce beginning readers to parrotfish. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
17) Dinosaur bones
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Text and illustrations, accompanied by facts and a "Dinometer," show that dinosaur bones found in museums today were once living creatures that roamed the earth.
18) Bulldozers
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Simple text and supportive images introduce young readers to bulldozers. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
19) Baby dogs
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces baby dogs to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
20) Hershey
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Series
Publisher
Kaleidocope Publishing
Pub. Date
2020
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
What a sweet treat! This title is packed with the history of The Hersey Company through narrative nonfiction, informative sidebars, Fun Facts, and more.
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