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1) Are you big?
Author
Publisher
Union Square Kids
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Are YOU big? A simple question sends readers to the far reaches of the universe"--
2) Reptile
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Become an eyewitness to how reptiles sense the world, move and use camouflage in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of these scaly creatures. Children will be mesmerized by the many different types of reptile species, from small pets to large crocodiles.
3) Universe
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the history of astronomy, including the discovery of the planets, sun, stars, and distant galaxies, and details human exploration of the universe.
Author
Series
Publisher
Amicus/Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Questions and answers about Jupiter's appearance, features, and missions encourage inquiry-based learning for curious early elementary-age readers. A Stay Curious! Learn More feature models research skills and doubles as a mini media literacy lesson. Includes quick facts chart, infographics, glossary and index"--
5) Fossil
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A photo essay about different types of fossils, from bacteria and algae to birds and mammals.
6) Sharks
Author
Series
Publisher
Usborne Pub
Pub. Date
2007.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the physical characteristics of sharks, explaining how they find food, how they are born, and why they cannot stop swimming.
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"The Racial Justice in America: AAPI Histories series explores moments and eras in America's history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education due to racial bias. Developed in conjunction with educator, advocate, and author Virginia Loh-Hagan to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach our history with open eyes and minds. Colonization of Hawaiʻi explores the events in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way....
8) Flight
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Soar into the high-flying world of aircraft with this picture-packed, fact-filled book. Eyewitness Flight is an essential guide to the history and science of humanity's most incredible feat: flying! Young readers will pour over stunning photography, alongside fascinating facts, of aircraft from Leonardo da Vinci's wing machines to jet airliners, as well as helicopters, gliders, zeppelins, monoplanes, biplanes, and even triplanes. Learn how technology...
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Language
English
Description
Reviewed by an expert in the field of entomology and featuring updated facts, figures and the latest information on even more incredible bugs, this second edition explores all the wild, wacky, cool and creepy insects and spiders that kids love.
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Paleontologist Paul Sereno was searching for dinosaur fossils in the Sahara desert when he and his team found something else-the skull of a gigantic crocodile! This incredible animal was so big that it could eat dinosaurs. The team called it Supercroc. Follow along on this graphic adventure to find more Supercroc bones and discover how this huge dinosaur eater lived. Then, take a trip back in time to learn all about the creatures that lived alongside...
12) Viking
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This book tells the story of the Vikings--their ships and weapons, heroes and myths, and great adventures in war and exploration.
"Become an eyewitness to the world of Nordic raiders and traders and learn all about the culture and history of Vikings. This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour of the history and culture of these daring Norse adventurers. Children can learn all about the Vikings' incredible ships and conquests, as well as...
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Weird But True! Know-It-All titles take the same classic branding of Weird But True and dive deeper to provide kids with a comprehensive overview of everything they need to know about a single subject, while packing in all the wacky, weird tidbits! This edition explores a complicated and timely subject: the government of the United States!"--
Author
Publisher
Tuttle Publishing
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
The charming illustrations of Patrick Yee and informative texts of Susan Nunes conjure up the pageantry and symbolism of China's traditional celebrations--from birthdays and anniversaries to harvest festivals and public holidays. Experience these traditions and more in this fascinating book, which features exciting activities and stories-- from money-filled red envelopes given during the Lunar New Year to making mooncakes for the Mid-Autumn Festival!...
Author
Publisher
Peachtree Publishing Company Inc
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"It is time for T. rex and his dinosaur cousins to step aside and let other mega-predators like the terror bird and the giant ripper lizard take the spotlight! Travel back to prehistoric times and meet some of the most impressive creatures to ever roam the Earth. You'll be amazed at the size and the fierceness of these lesser-known predators, many of them ancient ancestors of animals that we still see today. tewart's cheeky, humorous voice--along...
Author
Series
Publisher
Neon Squid
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"A beautifully illustrated guide to koalas for kids written by expert Chris Daniels"--
"You might know that baby koalas spend time in their mother's pouches, but there's so much more to learn about these Australian marsupials! Turn the pages to discover why they spend 15 hours a day asleep, and how scientists use drones to monitor koala populations. Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, this book also explains why koalas love to...
Author
Publisher
Barefoot Books
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Through lyrical, rhyming text and vibrant artwork, young readers can explore twelve cultures around the world (South Korea, Poland, India, Bolivia, Ghana, Barbados, Morocco, Liberia, Iran, Spain, Germany), learning all about their harvest festivals, days of thanks, ancient traditions and the activities associated with them. -- Provided by publisher.
Explore harvest festivals from around the globe! Lyrical, rhyming text and lush, detailed artwork...
19) Grasshoppers
Author
Series
Publisher
Lightbox Learning Inc
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"The Everything about Bugs series examines a wide range of arthropods, from beautiful dragonflies to creepy crawly spiders. Readers will learn exciting facts about each arthropod, including its body features, where it lives, what it eats, and its role in nature. Vibrant photos and easy-to-read text will engage beginning readers as they learn about Earth's most interesting tiny creatures"--
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