Theresa Emminizer
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What does it mean to show respect in real life? Showing respect could look like saying "please" and "thank you." It could mean apologizing when you make a mistake or do something hurtful. One of the best ways to show respect is to honor someone's boundaries or listen to their feelings. Respect is a key tenet of citizenship, but it can be a difficult concept for little citizens to understand. Using helpful examples of how to apply this principle
...2) Raising bees
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Living in large communities with thousands of members working together, honeybees spend their time gathering nectar and turning it into delicious honey. Beekeepers reap the benefits of this work, making use of bees' pollination of plants and creation of products such as wax and honey. They do so while helping conserve this important species. Readers will learn about beekeeping basics and the benefits of the practice.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Grizzly bears, also known as North American brown bears, are some of the most easily recognized bears in the world. They're known for being more aggressive than black bears and often defend themselves against perceived threats. Grizzlies tend to avoid humans but will attack if provoked or to protect their young. While they are technically carnivores, grizzly bears are more often omnivores. They prey upon large mammals such as deer and moose, but they...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Why would anyone want to raise pigeons? You might be surprised to find out just how useful they can be! Pigeons are fast and clever fliers. During World Wars I and II, they were used as a means of communication. Today, homing pigeons, or racing pigeons, are specially bred for their great speed and homing instinct. In this fun and informative book, readers will learn what is needed to raise pigeons, how they're trained, and how they're cared for"--...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Sea otters are a keystone species in their environment. If they were to disappear, the ripple effect on the plants and animals in the ecosystem would be profound. Kelp forests absorb carbon dioxide. Sea urchins feed on kelp and can deplete these forests if they are not kept in check. Sea otters prey on sea urchins, helping to maintain healthy kelp forests and thus, a healthy ecosystem. This dynamic text engages readers in an educational dialogue,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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From the fiercest predator to the lowliest plant, every member of an ecosystem is immeasurably important to the survival of their environment. Although they're not regarded as a keystone species, sea urchins play a pivotal role in maintaining healthy marine environments. Without sea urchins to consume algae, entire coral reef ecosystems could collapse. This educational text invites readers to imagine a world without sea urchins, delving into curricular...
8) I Feel It!
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There are so many things to touch and feel! Our sense of touch helps us understand the world around us. Is what we touch cold or hot? Is it smooth or rough? Is it dry or wet? This cute, helpful book teaches growing readers all about their sense of touch a
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A neighborhood is more than a group of people living in the same area; it is a living, breathing community. What does it mean to be part of a neighborhood community? This book will help young readers learn the answer to this question and more. Using age-appropriate language and relatable, real-life examples of active citizenship, this educational text is designed to foster democratic values and skills and encourage children to develop a voice within...
10) Giant Giraffes
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The giraffe is the tallest mammal on Earth as it can grow up to 19 feet tall. Giraffes, with their unique markings and long necks, are some of Africa's most easily recognized animals. With this exciting book, readers will learn what makes males and females different, how these tall animals drink and eat, how giraffes behave, and many other interesting facts. The accessible narrative is perfect for young readers.
11) Lambs
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Little lambs flit and frolic across the pages of this charming book for beginning readers. The sweet, simple text is paired with colorful photographs of gentle baby lambs. Readers will treasure this adorable and informative book.
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Growing up to 9 feet tall and weighing up to 350 pounds, ostriches are the biggest and heaviest birds in the world. Although they can't fly, they can run at staggering speeds up to 43 miles per hour. They can cover up to 16 feet in a single bound! Their long, strong legs and two-toed, sharp-clawed feet make them formidable adversaries. With this exciting book, readers will learn about the ecological importance of the ostrich, as well as its habitat,...
13) I Hear It!
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Listen. What do you hear? Is it a loud, clanging sound? Is it soft and melodic? This cute, informative book teaches young readers all about their sense of hearing! What is hearing? How do we use it? Helpful examples encourage readers to tap into their own
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Scapegoats for livestock injuries and crop damage, prairie dogs have been threatened by hunting and habitat loss. These seemingly commonplace creatures are a keystone species, necessary to the survival of many other animals and the entire prairie ecosystem. In this educational text, readers learn about the value of the prairie dog, the challenges it faces, and why its conservation is so important. Colorful photographs bring to life the fascinating...
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In our modern world, the importance of online safety can't be overstated. Designed for the youngest readers, this helpful guide will teach kids how they can stay safe online. They'll learn how they can take precautions and take responsibility as a member of the online community. Filled with relatable examples, which are paired with bright photographs, the text is both informative and reader friendly. This book is a must-have for any young people beginning...
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Technology combines several aspects of STEAM education. Students of technology use science, engineering, and math to create tools and solve problems. In this book, young readers will learn about what technology means, who studies it, and how it relates to their own lives. They'll discover how technology is applied in real-life scenarios and come to appreciate how technology has transformed our world. Complex concepts are distilled in a clear, easy-to-understand...
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Whether you're way up north in Alaska, in sunny southern Florida, or in the western Hawaiian Islands, you are part of a state community. With colorful photographs and accessible language, this engaging and educational book is designed to teach young readers about what it means to be part of a state community. Through real-life examples of active citizenship and cooperative efforts to achieve common goals, children will understand how they each have...
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School should be a safe place for students to learn and grow. Making school a safe place is the responsibility of both teachers and students. In this educational and informative book, readers will learn about how they can follow rules to stay safe at school. Relatable, real-world examples are used so that readers may draw connections to their own experiences. The accessible language is accompanied by vibrant photographs, which make the information...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Your readers will want to take a bite out of this riveting book, which showcases some of nature's most extraordinary dental adaptations. Readers will study the menacing teeth of the great white shark, observe the jaguar's formidable fangs, and learn not to underestimate the gnashing incisors of a hippopotamus. Each fascinating chapter incorporates vibrant photographs that make the information pop. Supplementary fact boxes expand on the high interest...
20) Powerful Lions
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Lions are powerful grassland hunters. They're the only cats that live in groups, which are called prides. The males ward off intruders, but the females do most of the hunting. Young explorers will learn about key differences in how male and female lions live and behave, pride structure, what lions eat, and other lion traits and behaviors. Eye-catching photographs grab attention while age-appropriate language appeals to young readers.