Ryan Nagelhout
1) Space robots
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Space is the new frontier for robots. Readers learn all about the robots that have left Earth s atmosphere to explore space and perform special missions. The book provides an overview of the history of space robots, as well as the development of the newest robots used today. Readers will learn about how robots are changing our knowledge about space and unlocking its many secrets. This book also discusses the future of space technology. Color photographs...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Odell Beckham Jr. has put together some remarkable numbers to start his National Football League (NFL) career. The son of two Louisiana State University athletes, Beckham's athletic abilities and hard work on the football field have translated into enormous success. From his unbelievable catches to big time showdowns against some of the NFL's best defenders, Beckham has made a name for himself with the New York Giants. This biography explores the...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Technology has made modern life as we know it possible, but there ss always a downside to technological advances. Some technology can be helpful, but some is downright freaky. From secret computer viruses made by the government to incredible technology that keeps buildings safe during windstorms or earthquakes, this book explores the world of technology with an eye on the weird fringes that spark some of the most useful and wild inventions in the...
5) Crabs
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Crabs can live all over the world, but many call the ocean home. Through the use of accessible text, readers take an exciting look at the wet world crabs call home. A picture glossary helps beginning readers strengthen their vocabulary skills, and vibrant, full-color photographs shows how these stunning animals survive by the sea.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This book explores the life of Alan Turing, the man regarded as the father of computer science and artificial intelligence. Readers will discover the fascinating facts of Turing's exciting code breaking career during World War II, which helped the Allies win many important battles. The text includes details about his designs for one of the first computers, and how his work laid the foundation for other computer pioneers. Turing's life story is told...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Michael Phelps, nicknamed the Flying Fish, is the most decorated Olympian of all time with a total of 28 medals. He has broken several world records in swimming and is now known as the greatest swimmer of all time. Diagnosed with ADHD at a young age, Phelps has broken the mold by overcoming the stigma surrounding the disorder. Although he retired from swimming after the 2016 Summer Olympics, Phelps still serves as a role model and a source of inspiration...
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The Inca Empire was a complex, highly developed society that ruled ancient Peru for centuries. The civilization grew strong thanks to important advances in technology. This information-rich title covers the Inca's roads and communications systems, buildings, bridges, terrace farming, and tools. Readers will also learn about important scientific innovations such as calendars, Quipu, the Incas' understanding of astronomy, and their medicinal practices....
9) Lindsey Vonn
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Lindsey Vonn is one of the most decorated modern American athletes. This skier has won World Cups in all five alpine skiing disciplines, one of only six women to accomplish the feat. That hasn't come easy, though. This book explores the highs and lows of Vonn's career, from Olympic triumphs to major injuries that have taken championships and accomplishments away. Through it all, Vonn has shown herself as an American hero on the slopes, tackling all...
10) I Love Soccer
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Soccer is a fast and fun sport to read about and even more fun to play! From the big saves to the even bigger goals, taking the pitch with friends is a great way to get active and have fun. In this exciting book, readers will, establish first concepts and literacy skills while exploring the world of soccer. Whether you want to play defense, defend the net, or score goals, soccer is a great sport to fall in love with, and full-color photographs and...
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Hippos love to lie in the water, and they lounge for hours at a time! Through easy-to-read text and vivid full-color photographs, early readers will learn why these huge animals love to lounge as well as why they hunt at night, and just how much food can fill their big bellies! Accessible text presented in both English and standard Latin American Spanish offers facts that highlight early life science concepts for beginning readers, and make learning...
12) I Love Baseball
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Baseball is a great sport for young readers to fall in love with. Beginning readers get in the game with this exciting book. Readers learn the basics of the game, like throwing and catching, and about the equipment that athletes use on the diamond every day. With accessible content and great color photographs, readers can dig into the dirt, hear the crack of a bat, and fall in love with America's pastime
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Getting that first job is an important rite of passage for many teens. However, teens entering the workplace need to be aware of their rights. Readers will learn about the protection the law offers in the event of an accident or harassment by a boss or coworkers. Other topics covered include child labor laws, applying for jobs, acing an interview, filling out the paperwork needed to start working, internships, workplace bullying, privacy at work,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The game of football has many rules, and each position on the field is different. Whether lining up in the trenches to protect the quarterback or running the ball out of the backfield, the 11 players on each team each have special jobs to do. This book gives readers a look at each position on the gridiron, showing how cornerbacks and safeties cover wide receivers and how linebackers try to sack the quarterback. With a detailed look at each position,...
15) Serena Williams
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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One of the greatest athletes alive, Serena Williams has taken the tennis world by storm in her spectacular career. From singles titles and career grand slams to doubles titles with her sister Venus, Serena has dominated women's tennis and fought through injuries countless times. Whether it's her victories at Wimbledon or her home Grand Slam-the US Open-Serena has shown her versatility and style on the court. This book takes a look at her stellar career...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The world of insects is full of strange surprises, including beetles that eject boiling-hot liquid and moths that look like hummingbirds. This high-interest topic uncovers some really strange insects and the adaptations that make them unique. Readers will learn about the peanut head bug, stick bug, moths and butterflies, and more. With a focus on the fascinating aspects of biology, this text teaches readers about important science concepts such as...
17) I Love Hockey
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The sights and sounds of ice hockey are unlike any other sport. From the playing surface to the big cheers from a goal, hockey is an easy sport to fall in love with. In this exhilarating book, readers will establish first concepts while exploring the world of ice hockey. From the pucks and sticks a player needs to play and the teamwork it takes to win, readers will fall for the fast pace of the game while building literacy skills and establishing...
18) Abby Wambach
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Abby Wambach is the all-time greatest American women's soccer player in history. This book explores the life of a World Cup champion as well as her record-setting international career. From a youth soccer standout in Rochester, New York, to an international soccer icon, Wambach has amazed soccer fans for years with her signature headers and leadership on the US Women's National Team. From Olympic gold to World Cup glory, Wambach's career has seen...
19) Clownfish
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English
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The bright and colorful clownfish lives an exciting life in the coral reef. Through the use of accessible text, readers take an exciting look at the world clownfish call home. A picture glossary helps beginning readers strengthen their vocabulary skills, and vibrant, full-color photographs shows how these stunning animals survive under the sea.
20) Big Bison
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Bison are huge animals, but that doesn't mean they are slow! Some bison run up to 40 miles per hour, and with sharp horns on their head they can be dangerous, too. Filled with full-color photographs and accessible text, early readers will be fascinated by the lives and habits of a bison herd. Facts and figures will captivate even the most reluctant of readers, as they discover where bison live, what they eat, and the special term for a female bison...