Heather E Schwartz
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"When the U.S. economy collapsed in 1929, it ruined lives around the world. However, nowhere was hit harder than the United States. Millions of Americans lost their jobs, but they refused to give up hope for a better future. Under strong leadership, the nation survived the crisis with the help of a plan called the New Deal. It was this plan that lifted the United States out of the worst financial crisis in its history and drove the nation into the...
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"From the discovery of the Polio vaccine to the breakthrough in mRNA vaccines for COVID-19, this exploration of scientific inquiry celebrates the greatest developments to date in vaccine science. Get to know the physicians, scientists, and other researchers responsible for these breakthroughs in medicine, and explore the ups, the downs, and the eureka moments that are science in action"--
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Dive deep into your study of US presidents with this biography of Ronald Reagan that piques students' curiosity about history through dynamic primary sources. Primary sources give students unique insights and personal connections to history. This 32-page social studies book includes text features that help students increase reading comprehension and their understanding of the subject. Packed with interesting facts, sidebars, and essential vocabulary,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Artists use paint, clay, metal, wood, sand, and even food to create different kinds of art. You can use similar items to make art, too! Introduce students to basic concepts with this book that will engage students in learning as they develop their comprehension and literacy skills. Featuring exciting TIME For Kids content, this full-color book will keep students reading from cover to cover. Aligned to state and national standards, this text introduces...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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"Examines the remarkable life of John McCain, from his time as a decorated veteran to elder statesman. Accessible text and plentiful photos cover McCain's early life, his military career, and his legacy in politics."--Provided by publisher.
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"From the discovery of the double helix to mapping the human genome, this exploration of scientific inquiry celebrates the greatest developments to date in genetics. Get to know the physicians, scientists, and other researchers responsible for these breakthroughs in medicine, and explore the ups, the downs, and the eureka moments that are science in action"--
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From the first immunosuppressant drugs to the first infant heart transplant, this exploration of scientific inquiry celebrates the greatest developments in transplants. Get to know the scientists responsible for these breakthroughs, and explore science in action. -- back cover.
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"From machine learning to virtual surgery practice, this exploration of scientific inquiry celebrates the greatest developments to date in medical artificial intelligence. Get to know the physicians, scientists, and other researchers responsible for these breakthroughs in medicine, and explore the ups, the downs, and the eureka moments that are science in action"--Amazon.com.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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What do you want to be when you grow up? When Katherine Johnson was young, women weren't expected to go into the math and science fields. Johnson loved math, but she never thought she could be a mathematician. After studying math in school and teaching for a few years, she learned that the organization that would later become NASA was hiring women to complete mathematical equations. As an African American woman, Johnson had to work hard to earn the...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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You probably know Justin Timberlake as the successful boy-band singer turned solo artist whose voice dominates the airwaves. But did you know that he: • sang (and lost!) on the competitive TV show Star Search at the age of eleven? • opened a barbecue restaurant in New York City? • wrote a song for his wife, Jessica Biel, and sang it for her on their wedding day? Want to know more about this talented star? Read on to learn all about Justin's...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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Hang on to your wallet-and watch your neck! The most notorious outlaws were known for their fearless drive, their quick shot with a pistol, their odd trademarks, and their way of escaping the law over and over again. Are you brave enough to read on?
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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You probably know Lorde as a Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter. But did you know that she: • sang in a band named Extreme at the age of twelve? • turned down a chance to perform as an opening act on Katy Perry's world tour? • won second place in a worldwide literature competition? Want to know more about the life of this stylish New Zealand-born artist? Read on to learn all about Lorde's school years, road to stardom, dreams for the...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting to engage reluctant readers! You probably know Shailene Woodley as the fearless, black-clad heroine Tris from Divergent. But did you know that she: • was diagnosed with scoliosis, a curvature of the spine, as a freshman in high school? • cofounded the nonprofit All It Takes, an organization dedicated to giving young people tools to make a difference and change...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Do you think science is fun and exciting? Bill Nye does. In fact, he wanted to become an astronaut, but NASA rejected his applications. Instead, Nye has spent his career helping other people understand science and showing them how cool science can be.
Nye went to college to become a mechanical engineer, and he got a job working for an aircraft company. But soon, he began focusing more and more on a career in comedy. Eventually, he got his own popular...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Robbery, smuggling, gambling-gangsters did it all. Find out the true stories of the United States' most feared hoodlums and mob bosses. Learn how a two-bit car thief built a criminal empire-and how the mob's top man wound up in prison. Are you bold enough to read on?