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Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Description
This encyclopedia highlights 20 different horses. Alongside colorful photographs of both adult horses and foals, readers learn about the history, the appearance, and the training of various horse breeds. Features include a horse diagram, a coat color chart, information about horse care, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Author
Pub. Date
2020
Description
From Augustine to Mother Teresa, officially canonized as St. Teresa of Calcutta, discover seventy of the best-known and best-loved saints and read their riveting stories. Meet Joan of Arc, whose transcendent faith compelled her to lead an army when the king's courage failed. Francis of Assisi, whose gentleness tamed a man-eating wolf. Valentine, a bishop in the time of ancient Rome, who spoke so often of Christ's love that his saint's day, February...
Author
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 3
Appears on list
Description
"The astonishing true story of a girl who survived the Holocaust thanks to Oskar Schindler, of Schindler's List fame. Rena Finder was only eleven when the Nazis forced her and her family -- along with all the other Jewish families -- into the ghetto in Krakow, Poland. Rena worked as a slave laborer with scarcely any food and watched as friends and family were sent away. Then Rena and her mother ended up working for Oskar Schindler, a German businessman...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 2
Description
"Being trapped in a cave or collapsed mine is terrifying. It can be cold, wet, and completely dark. Even worse, you don't know if anyone will ever find you. Read the true stories of Jessica McClure, Randal McCloy, the 33 Chilean miners, and others to discover how they survived being trapped far below the earth's surface." -- Page [4] cover.
6) Trapshooting
Author
Pub. Date
[2020]
Description
"This title introduces young sports fans to trapshooting, introducing the sport's history, rules, equipment, and why more and more athletes love playing it. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index." -- Amazon.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 2
Description
"Deadly tornadoes. Devastating earthquakes. Killer tsunamis. When it comes to nature's fury, people can do little more than hold on tight and hope to live through it. Learn the true stories of Carmen Chévere Ortiz, Evans Monsignac, William and Dennie Spann, and others as they fought to survive through terrifying natural disasters." -- Page [4] cover.
Author
Pub. Date
[2020]
Description
How are animals able to bite, run, jump and fly? What special adoptions have they developed over time? Bones takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the biological history of the animal kingdom, with sections focusing on different animal abilities - biting, flying, jaws, tails, and more - explaining how their amazing bodies allow them to do so many different things.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 2
Description
"Life in the American West was difficult. Pioneers and explorers had to deal with rough terrain, extreme weather, deadly animal attacks, and many other challenges. Discover the terrifying true stories of Hugh Glass, Janette Riker, the Donner Party, and others who survived in the rugged American West." -- Page [4] cover.
10) Design a game!
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2022.
Formats
Description
Siblings Shen, Shondra, and Shontoya arrive at Ludum Omega Summer Camp with a passion for games, and Professor Zephyr is excited to teach this year's students all about the art and science of game design! What makes a game fun? What kinds of games are out there? How can designers turn an okay game into a great one?
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 2
Description
"What would you do if you were lost somewhere near the North or South poles? Would you survive through the bitter cold, deadly storms, lack of food, and other dangers? Learn the incredible true stories of Ernest Shackleton, Jan Baalsrud, Douglas Mawson, and other daring people who fought to survive in the frozen wasteland." -- Page [4] cover.
12) Liza Koshy
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This title explores the life and career of Liza Koshy. Learn about Liza's childhood, family, and career, including how she got her start on YouTube, rose to fame, and became a pop culture influencer. Includes fun facts about viral videos, popular posts, subscriber counts, and photos. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, informative sidebars, a timeline, and an index.