Alix Wood
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Many people think of Leonardo da Vinci primarily as an artist, but he was also an influential scientist. Readers of this high-interest biography will learn all about da Vinci and his contributions to society as an architect, engineer, and inventor. A true Renaissance man, da Vinci also studied many other branches of science. This story of his life and work is told with the use of accessible text, colorful photographs, and stimulating sidebars. An...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"The Olympics are full of skating sports! Graceful figure skaters impress with jumps, speed skaters zoom around the icy track, and hockey players turn on a dime to chase down the puck. Readers will enjoy learning about different skills needed for each of these activities. With colorful photographs illustrating the postures, foot placement, and techniques needed to learn how to ice-skate, the main content shows readers what fun they can have on the...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"In order to compete high on the rings, flip through the air, and do walking handstands on the beam, gymnasts have to be strong, flexible, and confident. With lots of practice and help from a coach and spotter, readers can learn to execute splits, L-sits, and other cool gymnastics moves by following an informative step-by-step guide. Colorful photos and helpful tips remind even seasoned gymnasts of important technical points."--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Music videos, reality shows, and Broadway musicals all employ talented dancers that can move to the music. These dancers all spent many years practicing and perfecting good dance technique, and possibly took classes in many genres, including ballet, jazz, tap, and hip-hop. Through an introduction to each of the different styles of dance, readers can choose which they'd be most interested in. Then, they can follow full-color photographs and detailed...
7) Rock art
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Rocks and pebbles are easy to overlook in our world since they're often underfoot, but when they're transformed into an emoji pendant, tic-tac-toe game, or refrigerator magnet, they become inspiring materials to craft a variety of attractive and entertaining objects. This exciting collection of projects shows readers how to use rocks they find to make heartfelt gifts for friends and family. Each clever project is made achievable with accessible directions...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Learning marital arts requires both mental and physical fitness. Those who practice karate, jujitsu, kung fu, and other martial arts spend time learning self-defense, but they also learn discipline, patience, and concentration. Full-color photographs and detailed explanations introduce readers to the basic principles behind several kinds of martial arts, including tae kwon do and judo. Step-by-step instructions teach simple moves, such as snap kicks...
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From coast to coast, tragedy can strike at any moment. Readers will learn about the locations of disasters from earthquakes to tsunamis and everything in between, all the while discovering how to understand a map's symbols, its contour or latitude and longitude lines, and more. Real-life photographs and attention-grabbing subject matter is sure to transform this sometimes dry topic into a compelling study.
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The human body is an amazing thing to study. From the ways our five senses work to the bones that make up our skeleton and the muscles that help us move, every body part and function is fascinating. Readers are sure to agree after they take this deep dive into life science with the help of fun activities, including puzzles, crafts, and word games. Clear instructions guide readers through the activities, which are paired with informative main text...
11) Francisco Goya
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Francisco Goya spent most of his time as an artist as a court painter to the Spanish crown. Concise text and colorful photographs will allow readers a look into the most fascinating parts of Goya's life and work. This title is a great introduction for any reader interested in the old masters of the art world.
12) Basketball
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Any professional athlete will tell you that there's tons of science in the sport they play. But kids who just enjoy playing basketball in their backyard or on a school team may not realize it yet! This book helps readers make the connection between physical science and a sport they love to play. It breaks down key science concepts while also explaining how they apply to basketball skills like dribbling. A loveable robot character and relatable kids...
13) Ghostly Mansions
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Have you ever heard strange footsteps on the stairs, or the blood-curdling sound of a disembodied moan? Perhaps you've felt goose bumps rise on the back of your neck as a door creaks open inexplicably. Readers are invited to cross the threshold of the world's spookiest mansions in this hair-raising read. Offering insight into the historical context of each petrifying place, this informative text is supplemented by fascinating sidebars and a dynamic...
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What's under your feet as you walk outside? There's more than just grass and dirt under there! Young readers will learn more about Earth's layers, from the rocky crust to the dense inner core, in this intriguing book. Color illustrations and photographs, as well as many hands-on activities and projects, provide additional context to ideas such as plate tectonics, early continents, and other topics related to the elementary science curriculum.
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Everyone loves a good twist in a movie and that moment of surprise when the audience screams. The screenwriter is the one to thank for memorable movie plots and characterizations. Creative writers will love figuring out how to take an original concept and create a script that Hollywood moguls will be dying to turn into a blockbuster. They'll learn how to seamlessly incorporate setting, dialogue, and stage directions into a gripping storyline. All...
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The jungle is an exciting place to visit, and readers are invited to explore jungle and rain forest biomes in this fresh and fun take on a common life science curriculum topic. As readers learn facts about these habitats, they also discover some of the amazing animals who call them home-from huge elephants to dangerous tigers. Colorful illustrations of these animals are included, and they're paired with fun activities that encourage readers to play...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title explores the relationship between Earth and the Sun. Readers will learn how and why Earth orbits the Sun, as well as the materials that make up the Sun. Readers will find answers to questions such as "Do other planets have nights and days?" and "Where do stars go in the daytime?" Easy-to-understand diagrams and text explain these quite complex scientific points in an age-appropriate and dynamic way. Hands-on science projects allow readers...
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Vehicles such as cars, planes, boats, and trains are high-interest topics, and they're also excellent ways to introduce physics concepts to young readers. Through this exciting lens, readers are shown how science curriculum topics are at work in the world around them, and they're encouraged to have fun with these concepts through engaging activities and puzzles. A quiz allows readers to independently evaluate what they've learned and enhance their...
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Would a movie look good if the camera never moved? Camera operators often switch between long shots, medium shots, and close-ups. Using different shots can have a big effect on how the viewer experiences the story. The director of photography, or D.P., is responsible for making the decisions that lead to every perfectly captured scene. Future cinematographers will never watch a movie the same way after they learn the different ways that D.P.s light...
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Learning about animals is a fun way to introduce readers to a variety of important life science concepts. As readers explore fun facts about a variety of creatures in clear main text and fact boxes, they deepen their knowledge of basic biology. This informative learning experience is enhanced through the use of interactive activities, such as mazes and puzzles, and charming illustrations. In addition, an achievable quiz at the end of the reading allows...