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Many years ago, most of the U.S. population lived on farms and produced their own food to eat. Now, only 2 percent of the population produces food for the entire world. Readers will learn that farmers are responsible for the fruits, vegetables, and meat we buy in the grocery store, and the ingredients that go into many other things. They often use technology to help them produce these things. Some farmers research ways to keep their animals comfortable...
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IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Coders are one of the reasons our computers, tablets, and smartphones can do things we couldn't have even imagined just a few years ago. It's no surprise that coders are in high demand right now and that isn't likely to slow down. Readers will learn about the basics of coding and how to turn their creative ideas into reality on the computer screen. They'll also understand why coding will become even more important as technology continues to grow and...
3) Farmers
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Many years ago, most of the U.S. population lived on farms and produced their own food to eat. Now, only 2 percent of the population produces food for the entire world. Readers will learn that farmers are responsible for the fruits, vegetables, and meat we buy in the grocery store, and the ingredients that go into many other things. They often use technology to help them produce these things. Some farmers research ways to keep their animals comfortable...
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About 70 percent of all goods transported in the United States are transported by trucks. Truck drivers are responsible for transporting food and other products across the country to the people who need them. They work long hours and need to have special training to drive their huge trucks. Truck drivers keep businesses going and make sure we get the things we need. Instructive, colorful photographs of truck drivers on the job help readers make meaningful...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
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Doctors often are well-respected in society for good reason. People go to doctors when they're sick and need treatment, and people go to doctors when they're healthy and want to stay that way. What is it that makes a good doctor? This book explains the education that doctors need and the different areas of health they specialize in. Readers will discover what it might feel like to help save someone's life, and they'll also learn about the challenges...
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Sports are a huge part of American culture. Many people pick favorite teams and cheer for them through thick and thin, and many students play on sports teams in their community. One reason teams do well is because of their coaches. Coaches help athletes become everything they want to be and empower young people to figure out their strengths. They study different strategies and motivate people to do their best. Coaches encourage people to work together...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
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Some kids see a fire engine racing down the street with its sirens blasting and lights flashing and think about how exciting it is. But most people have no idea what it takes to become a firefighter. This volume describes the training firefighters must undergo to learn how to fight fires and rescue people. Readers will learn the tough roles firefighters must fill in different types of emergencies. They'll hear about the dangers of firefighting and...
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Who doesn't love a bakery? Few people can resist the smell of cookies and pies baking or keep from staring at the beautifully decorated cakes. Behind the counter is the person responsible for all this goodness. Your readers learn that bakers not only provide us with breads and rolls and satisfy our sweet tooth, they learn about health, nutrition, and science to produce their delicious recipes. Some bakers spend their careers in local bakeries, making...
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Teachers have a tremendous responsibility. It's their job to provide students with a good education so they can have a successful future. This intriguing book will show students that standing in front of a classroom is just a small part of what teachers do. It explains how teachers go to school for years and learn to plan lessons and projects. Readers will explore how teachers work to understand how students learn and how to help those who are struggling....
10) Bakers
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Who doesn't love a bakery? Few people can resist the smell of cookies and pies baking or keep from staring at the beautifully decorated cakes. Behind the counter is the person responsible for all this goodness. Your readers learn that bakers not only provide us with breads and rolls and satisfy our sweet tooth, they learn about health, nutrition, and science to produce their delicious recipes. Some bakers spend their careers in local bakeries, making...
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Millions of kids ride a bus to school every day, and many people ride buses to get around town. Bus drivers are a vital part of our community because they're the ones responsible for transporting students and other people safely. Your readers learn that bus drivers spend hours training to drive large vehicles and learn traffic rules. They know what to do in an emergency and how to keep everyone calm. Many bus drivers get to know their riders well....
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Even as the world changes, skilled labor will always be needed. There's nothing quite like the ability to create things with your skills and your own hands. Carpenters use their skills to build things we use every day, including items such as furniture, buildings, and bridges. They read building plans, choose materials, design, and create. This book teaches kids that to become a carpenter, you have to use a lot more than a hammer and nails; you need...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Software architects are in charge of designing and developing the software programs that computers need to operate. In this book, readers will learn more about what software architects do, including where they work, what information they should know, and what skills they should have. STEM concepts addressed in the Next Generation Science Standards are discussed throughout the text. The text support elementary curriculum and addresses computational...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Some kids see a fire engine racing down the street with its sirens blasting and lights flashing and think about how exciting it is. But most people have no idea what it takes to become a firefighter. This volume describes the training firefighters must undergo to learn how to fight fires and rescue people. Readers will learn the tough roles firefighters must fill in different types of emergencies. They'll hear about the dangers of firefighting and...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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Coders are one of the reasons our computers, tablets, and smartphones can do things we couldn't have even imagined just a few years ago. It's no surprise that coders are in high demand right now and that isn't likely to slow down. Readers will learn about the basics of coding and how to turn their creative ideas into reality on the computer screen. They'll also understand why coding will become even more important as technology continues to grow and...
16) Mechanics
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We use machines every day, but most of us don't understand how they work. When they break down, most of us have no idea how to fix them. Mechanics are the masters of machines. Readers learn that mechanics work on vehicles, including cars, boats, and buses. They use special tools to take them apart and fix what's wrong, and they use their experience and technology to diagnose problems. They often work long hours, sometimes in bad weather, to get us...
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To be a veterinarian, you need a lot more than a love of animals. This book explains the reality of becoming a veterinarian. Just like other doctors, veterinarians go to school for many years. They learn many skills, including treating illnesses, prescribing medication, and performing surgery. Readers will learn that veterinarians don't just take care of pets. Some may work at zoos and farms to keep the animals healthy. Images of veterinarians and...
18) Truck Drivers
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About 70 percent of all goods transported in the United States are transported by trucks. Truck drivers are responsible for transporting food and other products across the country to the people who need them. They work long hours and need to have special training to drive their huge trucks. Truck drivers keep businesses going and make sure we get the things we need. Instructive, colorful photographs of truck drivers on the job help readers make meaningful...
19) Bus Drivers
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Millions of kids ride a bus to school every day, and many people ride buses to get around town. Bus drivers are a vital part of our community because they're the ones responsible for transporting students and other people safely. Your readers learn that bus drivers spend hours training to drive large vehicles and learn traffic rules. They know what to do in an emergency and how to keep everyone calm. Many bus drivers get to know their riders well....
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Each community has a variety of different buildings of all shapes and sizes. We don't usually stop to think about who put those buildings there. We often don't even think about who built our own house. Your readers will learn important concepts; construction workers are the reason we have places to live and work. They're the reason we have roads to get from one place to another. They work with other building professionals to build structures that...
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