John Hamilton
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English
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Explore the military origins of the Space Race, including the geopolitics of the Cold War, the race to build intercontinental ballistic missiles, and sophisticated reconnaissance satellites. Will include information about Germany's development of the V-1 "buzz bomb" and V-2 missiles of World War II, and the United States enlistment of Wernher von Braun, the German scientist known as the father of rocketry.
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English
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Simple text and "out-of-this-world" photography introduce readers to NASA's Curiosity rover, and its mission to search for signs of past life on Mars. Important details include a history of rovers on Mars, planning and construction of Curiosity, its launch from Earth, landing on Mars, and the science experiments it carried out and their results. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
4) V-22 osprey
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Presents information about the V-22 Osprey, covering how it is used, its history, and its specifications.
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This title will include biographies of important figures of the Space Race from both the United States and the Soviet Union. These men and women will include: Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Michael Collins, Alan Shepard, John Glenn, Yuri Gagarin, Valentina Tereshkova, and others. --
6) Cruisers
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Kick excitement into high gear with this extreme title! Short, easy-to-read text pairs with full-color, action-packed photos to introduce young adventurers to cruisers. Readers will learn what a cruiser is and about the history of cruisers. Cruiser components are discussed, including the engine, chassis, tires, wheels, and brakes. Events such as touring and rallies are also covered. Extreme facts supplement the text, leaving future cruisers excited...
7) Connecticut
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Connecticut, the Constitution State! Your students will ride the Chester-Hadlyme Ferry, uncover tracks at the Dinosaur State Park, visit Mystic Seaport, and more as they learn about Connecticut's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing.
8) Georgia
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Georgia, the Peach State! Your students will visit Rock Eagle Effigy Mound, take a tour at the World of Coke, watch the Masters Tournament, explore the High Museum of Art's special exhibits, and more as they learn about Georgia's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint...
9) New Jersey
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to New Jersey, the Garden State! Students will explore the Great Falls of the Passaic River, attend a New Jersey Devils hockey game, cross the George Washington Bridge, and more as they learn about New Jersey's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
10) Alaska
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Alaska, the Last Frontier! Students will visit Denali National Park, participate in the Iditarod Trail Dog Sled Race, attend the World Ice Art championships, and more as they learn about Alaska's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing.
11) Arkansas
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Arkansas, the Natural State! Students will search for diamonds at the Crater of Diamond State Park, explore the Blanchard Springs Caverns, and more as they learn about Arkansas's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
12) SWAT
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English
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Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams are called to perform the most dangerous duties in law enforcement. These extreme situations include apprehending heavily armed suspects, hostage rescue, riots, and other dangerous duties. Through clear text and dramatic full-color photography, readers will learn how SWAT operators are selected and trained, the equipment they use, and the tactics needed to perform successful operations.
13) California
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to California, the Golden State! Your students will explore Hollywood, visit the Golden Gate Bridge, attend the Rose Bowl, watch Pasadena's Rose Parade, and more as they learn about California's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing.
14) Puerto Rico
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the All-Star Island! Students will explore sandy Caribbean beaches, tour San Felipe del Morro Castle, attend a Puerto Rico National Baseball Team game, and more as they learn about Puerto Rico's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint...
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April 19, 1775. Find out why this date will live in infamy in Battle of Lexington and Concord. Learn what led up the battle, including the Boston Tea Party, the Intolerable Acts, the Boston Massacre, the First Continental Congress, and the orders to disarm the colonists. Get to know key historical figures including Colonial leaders Samuel Adams, John Hancock, Paul Revere, Captain John Parker, and Major John Buttrick and British leaders Major John...
16) K9
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Through dramatic photography and clear text, readers will learn the important role of police dogs in the field of law enforcement. The history of canine patrols is covered, as well as the most common breeds, training, and the many different jobs these animals have in assisting law enforcement personnel, including officer safety, suspect apprehension, tracking, plus bomb and narcotic detection.
17) Wisconsin
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Wisconsin, the Badger State! Students will explore the Apostle Islands, attend a Green Bay Packers football game, visit Wisconsin Dells, and more as they learn about Wisconsin's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
18) Washington
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Washington, the Evergreen State! Students will explore the Olympic Mountains, visit the Space Needle, attend a Seattle Seahawks football game, and more as they learn about Washington's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
19) Oklahoma
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Oklahoma, the Sooner State! Students will explore the Great Plains, attend the Five Civilized Tribes Museum, tour the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum, and more as they learn about Oklahoma's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division...
20) Indiana
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Indiana, the Hoosier State! Your students will watch the Indy 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, visit Fort Wayne, explore Holiday World, listen to music at the Indy Jazz Fest, and more as they learn about Indiana's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standard and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing....