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Mountains are alpine biomes, which are home to an intriguing number of plants and animals. Some mountain animals, such as the yak, have been adapted for agriculture by humans. This intriguing book soars to new heights with simple-to-understand maps and detailed facts about an often-overlooked biome.
4) Mapping
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When a view of Earth's surface is shown on a flat surface, the image is called a map. A map may show the entire surface of Earth, or it may show only certain parts of Earth's surface. Find out more in Mapping, one of the titles in the Social Studies Essential Skills series.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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Introduces readers to seashores and important animals and plants that live there. Learn how seashores benefit the rest of the world and the threats they face. Additional features include a STEM activity or craft, an infographic, Did You Know boxes, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research. Author/Illustrator biography Detailed maps Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Infographics...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Follow along as a fictional researcher observes and makes journal entries about their field trip through the Shunan Bamboo Forest ecosystem. Outstanding photographs highlight the animals, plants, and people that inhabit China's oldest bamboo forest. Simple graphs show facts about the forest, and the final report describes efforts being made to preserve it.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Introduces readers to mountains and important animals and plants that live there. Learn how mountains benefit the rest of the world and the threats they face. Additional features include a STEM activity or craft, an infographic, Did You Know boxes, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research. Author/Illustrator biography Detailed maps Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Infographics...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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Introduces readers to rain forests and important animals that live there. Learn how rain forests benefit the rest of the world and the threats they face. Additional features include a STEM activity or craft, an infographic, Did You Know boxes, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research. Author/Illustrator biography Detailed maps Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Infographics...
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The world came to a halt in 2020 due to the COVID-19 virus. This timely book looks at how governments jumped into action, adapting their strategies as the pandemic evolved and changed. It also explores historical pandemic responses, the problems and challenges related to carrying out pandemic strategies, and how we can learn from the COVID-19 pandemic to prepare for the future. Free downloadable Teacher's Notes.
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Engineering is a field that people rely on every day. This interesting book looks at the ingenious entrepreneurs who are finding new and better methods of building roads and structures, helping us live in environmentally sustainable ways, and inventing technology of the future. Detailed case studies of successful entrepreneurs and a hands-on project help readers understand the principles of entrepreneurship.
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Why do gorilla troops move to a new area each day? Why do bonobos sleep in large groups? How do animals in a troop help raise young? Discover the answers in this amazing book and learn about the many ways living in a troop helps animals survive. Free downloadable Teacher's Guide.
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This fun and informative survival guide introduces readers to the challenging environment of a rain forest. Useful tips tell you what to salvage from your disabled plane, what you can - and shouldn't - eat, what materials are available in the rain forest for building shelter, and what plants to avoid. Real life stories demonstrate how humans can survive on their own in the rain forest.
14) Polio
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No one knows for sure where polio came from or when the first case took place. It has likely been around for thousands of years. Find out more in Polio, one of the titles in the International Outbreaks series.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Which lost civilization built Angkor Wat, in Cambodia? What is found at the remains of Cahokia, the ancient Mississippian city? Follow along and gather evidence to answer questions about Earth's lost kingdoms, empires, and their leaders.
17) SARS
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SARS stands for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome. It is an infectious disease that attacks a person's respiratory system. Find out more in SARS, one of the titles in the International Outbreaks series.
18) COVID-19
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In November 2019, COVID-19 started spreading through the city of Wuhan, China. By March 2020, the first outbreak of the virus had turned into a pandemic. Find out more in COVID-19, one of the titles in the International Outbreaks series.
19) What is a Virus?
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A virus is a type of germ so small that it can only be seen with a microscope. Viruses were discovered in the late 1880s. Discover more in What Is a Virus?, part of the Understanding Viruses series.
20) Influenza
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Influenza is also commonly called the flu. It is a common respiratory illness that may attack a person's throat, nose, and lungs. Find out more in Influenza, one of the titles in the International Outbreaks series.
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