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21) UFOs and Aliens
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Offers readers a captivating look into UFOs and questions whether aliens exist, complete with vivid photographs and exciting diagrams. Back matter includes an in-depth 'Out of This World' feature that highlights a related topic, a phonetic glossary, resources for further study, and an index. Outer space is full of wonder and mystery. Is there life beyond Earth? What is a comet made of? Young readers will enjoy blasting into space with this exciting,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
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The largest space machine to ever orbit Earth is the International Space Station. It is essentially a giant science lab for astronauts. Interested young readers are invited to enter the International Space Station in this title and defy gravity like the astronauts inside.
23) Robonauts
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
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Robonauts have been built to be substitutes for astronauts. They are made to look and move much like humans so they can take over time-consuming or dangerous space work. This high-interest book lays out the similarities and differences between astronauts and their high-tech doppelgangers.
24) Space Shuttles
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
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Columbia, Challenger, Discovery, Atlantis, and Endeavor. Though space machines, NASA's shuttles were all named after famous ships. This low-level title fuels reading interest for the most reluctant students by presenting an assortment of fun facts about the shuttles that took astronauts on famous space adventures.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Hubble Space Telescope is a lens for discovering the hidden secrets of outer space. The tool has zoomed in on unknown galaxies! This book gives young readers a close-up of the Hubble Space Telescope, showing off its mirrors, cameras, solar panels, and more.
26) Jet Fighters
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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The high maneuverability and speed of jet fighters cause pilots to experience g-forces nine times that of gravity! Students will learn about the history, technology, and future of the fastest jet fighters in the world.
27) Mars Rovers
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
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Explorers of the fourth planet from the sun, Mars rovers collect rock and soil samples with their robotic arms. They also snap pictures of the Red Planet. Curious young readers can wander around with rovers in this book to look for signs of life on Mars.
28) Earth Satellites
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
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It was an Earth satellite that started the space race between Russia and the United States. Russia sent Sputnik 1 into space in 1957, and the U.S. responded with Explorer 1 in 1958. In this high-interest title, reluctant readers will learn all about the machines that first signaled the space age.
29) Lunar Probes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
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Did you know that more than 70 probes have been sent to the moon in the past 50 years? Their missions have included orbiting the moon to take pictures and gathering samples of moon material. This children's title maps the probe-driven progress on making the moon a base for space exploration.
30) Rockets
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Twenty-five times faster than the speed of sound, rockets are high-speed space delivery machines. Every week, at least one rocket launches into space from somewhere in the world! This title will boost the knowledge of reluctant readers as it breaks down space rockets.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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For missions that need immediate attention, the B-2 stealth bomber takes to the runway. This flying wing can reach any target in the world in a matter of hours. The bomber's flat frame is coated with a special paint that keeps the aircraft under the radar in enemy territory. Reluctant readers will jump at the chance to learn about B-2 stealth bomber technology, crews, and missions.
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Traveling to space has never been more possible than now. With private companies popping up all over the world, you no longer have to be a NASA astronaut to view the great blue marble from the stars. Of course, scientists and engineers have worked long and hard to create the machines that make this travel possible! In this book, readers encounter some of the cool technology that moves in space, from spaceplanes and rockets, to landers and rovers....
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This time, let's talk about astronomy. More specifically, let's discuss the connection between the cosmos, the Earth and mankind. This learning book will try to break down the more difficult concepts of astronomy into easy-to-understand bits and pieces. The purpose is to encourage effective reading while absorbing information for study. Buy a copy now!
34) V-22 Ospreys
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Part airplane and part helicopter, the V-22 Osprey hovers in the air as U.S. Marines jump behind enemy lines. Kids will learn about the V-22 Osprey's vertical take-off and landing, defensive weapons, and the dangerous missions this unique machine performs.
35) Astronaut
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Did you know that there is no air in space? Space suits are filled with air so that astronauts can breathe. Find out more in Astronaut, one of the titles in the Discovering Space series
36) Space
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This search-and-find book invites emergent readers to look for new vocabulary words and pictures while giving simple facts about what lies above the clouds and into the vast universe. Put on your space helmet and explore!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Compelling narrative nonfiction text presents the story of the Voyager space probes, featuring the intrigue and excitement behind the missions. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and callouts, infographics, a glossary, a listing of source notes, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author. Author/Illustrator biography Glossary of key words Index Infographics Informative sidebars...
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Kids are sure to say "Wow! That's awesome!" while reading these fun, informative fact books about some of the world's most intriguing and mysterious places. Kids will learn about gravity, stars, and the planets above. Parents and educators will love how engaged students are in these books, while kids will be too involved in the amazing facts and photographs to realize they are learning! With a cover designed to grab a child's attention (including...
39) Humvees
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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For soldiers on the ground, the Humvee is a welcome sight. This multi-purpose vehicle serves as a weapons carrier, ambulance, troop shelter, and more. It takes a beating from harsh terrain, gunfire, and enemy explosives as it brings equipment and personnel to safety. In this high-interest title, reluctant readers will learn why the Humvee is called upon during wars and natural disasters.
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Alan Shepard Jr. became the first American in space in 1961. His fifteen-minute mission showed that humans could survive a wild ride atop a rocket. In a speech to Congress just 20 days later, President John F. Kennedy declared "I believe that this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of landing a man on the moon and returning him safely to the Earth." This volume takes readers on the journey through the amazing...
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