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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"How did life begin? How many species are on our planet? Can we bring extinct species back to life? When it comes to life on our planet, there are a whole lot of questions we're still trying to answer. Get ready to explore the unknown and discover how scientists are working to solve the mysteries of living things"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In the animal world, the easiest way to avoid being eaten is to avoid being seen. What are Camouflage and Mimicry? examines animals that use unique colorization to avoid their predators - or to sneak up on prey! So highly developed is the camouflage of some animals, that they are virtually impossible to see. Examples include:
• spots and stripes that blend into the shadows
• bright colors that warn of toxic poisons
• animals that look like rocks,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Discover the 101 most amazing disguises in the animal kingdom!
The fifth book in the 101 ANIMAL series, 101 ANIMALS IN HIDING, will feature some of the most extraordinary creatures in nature. Featuring large full-color photos of camouflaged animals, see insects, reptiles, mammals, birds, and fish blend into their backgrounds. Learn how and why these amazing animals have developed these adaptations. Melvin and Gilda Berger are the authors...
5) Fins
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Sharks Incorporated volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 9
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English
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The world's shark population is in trouble for a sad, simple reason: shark fin soup. And although it's illegal, poachers have been targeting Florida's biannual migration of blacktip sharks. Marine biologist Doc Ford needs some assistance protecting the sharks and enlists the help of three kids, Luke, Marta, and Sabina. Together they form Sharks, Inc. and are given an important assignment: to set out each day on their small fishing boat in hopes of...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"For fans of the "Who Was" series, this lively, accessible, and full-color chapter book biography shows how a self-taught scientist was the first to observe the microbial life in and around us. By building his own microscope, Antony van Leeuwenhoek advanced humanity's understanding of our oft-invisible world around us."--
Invisible organisms called microbes are everywhere: in soil, oceans, and snow; in the food we eat and the air we breathe - even...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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How do animals such as birds, insects, and bats stay in the air? The answer of course is wings and feathers. Wings and feathers are important adaptations that have taken millions of years evolve. Feathers first appeared during the time of the dinosaurs, and birds are actually distant relatives of dinosaurs. Insects with wings appeared many thousands of years before feathers appeared. This book discusses how these adaptations benefit the birds, insects,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Some of the most powerful things in the world are so tiny they can't be seen with the naked eye! Readers will be amazed at what they see when they take a glance at the world of the mini but mighty through this captivating nonfiction title. With remarkable images and graphics, and informational text featuring Time For Kids© content, readers are able to explore and discover such micros as DNA, atoms, bacteria, phytoplankton, and nanotechnology items...
13) Under their skin
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Under their skin volume 1
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
�2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 9
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English
Description
Twelve-year-old twins Nick and Eryn investigate why their mother and new stepfather are keeping secrets, why they are forbidden to meet their stepsiblings, and, most important, why their lives are in danger.
14) Living Things
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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We all know that our friends, family, and beloved pets are living things. So are the animals in the zoo, plants in the ground, and teeny creatures we can't even see. Readers of this illuminating book will learn fun facts about many different kinds of living things, from tiny parasites and fungi to huge elephants and sharks. With the help of eye-catching photographs and engaging text, readers will gain a stronger understanding of humankind's earthly...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Whether it is a fun day at the beach, taking a canoe trip across a lake, or doing laps in a pool, water is a great venue for sports and leisure. Get an edge on your competitors with this interesting book, which reveals the science of water sports. Discover why high diving is possible, why the front crawl is the fastest swimming stroke, and how paddles and oars work as levers to generate forward motion.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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Nearly all snow and ice sports involve overcoming the force of friction and reducing it as much as possible. Get an edge on your competitors with this informative book, which reveals the science of sports such as skiing, snowboarding, figure skating, bobsleigh, and luge. Discover how winter athletes overcome physical forces to fly in the air, increase their speed, and spin endlessly without falling over.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Amphibian means "two lives" since these animals spend the first part of their life underwater and the rest on land. From flying tree frogs to slithering caecilians, kids will be captivated by this "slimy" animal group in What is an Amphibian? Young readers will discover:
• the amphibian family tree
• an amphibian's body
• special skin and senses
• how they move and what they eat
• water-versus land-dwelling species
• their life cycle and...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Living things depend on other living things in order to survive. This is called interdependence. This engaging book explores the symbiotic and competitive relationships that exist between interdependent organisms. The accessible text is perfect for young scientists. Beautiful, full-color photographs on every page make this an exciting introduction to the way organisms interact with each other to fulfill their needs. This important life science topic...
19) What is a Bear?
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Bears are the elegant giants of land carnivores. Powerful yet shy, these solitary creatures are remarkable for their size, strength, and adaptable intelligence. What is a Bear? gives children clear insight into the world of bears, including:
• the bear family tree
• special features of a bear's body
• how mothers care for their cubs
• the differences in bear diets
• their hunting techniques
20) Life Cycles
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Earth is home to millions of plant and animal species, and each one has a unique life cycle. Written to support important elementary science concepts, this title walks readers through the life cycles of many commonly known plants and animals. The text helps readers visualize the way species live and grow and why each stage of a life cycle is important to a creature's development. Highly detailed photographs accompany the information-rich science content,...
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