Jill C Wheeler
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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This title examines the remarkable life of reality television personality Rachael Ray. Readers will learn about Ray's family background, childhood, education, her early efforts creating fast easy recipes, her work as the creative force behind 30 Minute Meals, as well as her evolution to Food Network star. Informative sidebars, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the rare photos and easy-to-read text showcased in this inspiring...
15) Ragdoll cats
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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An introduction to the physical characteristics, personality traits, and history of the Ragdoll cat, with information on how to choose and care for them as pets.
16) Alvin Schwartz
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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This biography introduces readers to Alvin Schwartz, the successful author of three volumes of Scary Stories books, I Can Read series, and Witcracks. Readers will learn about Schwartz's childhood in New York, his love of folklore, his switch to young adult fiction, and the success and controversy that have accompanied the publication of his books. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight Schwartz's childhood, education, and life as an author....
17) Gary Paulsen
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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This biography introduces readers to Gary Paulsen, the Newbery Medal winning author of Hatchet. Readers will learn about Paulsen's childhood in the Philippines and Minnesota, the night he received a library card, his love of dog sledding, and the adventures that inspire his award-winning books. He is also the author of Tracker, Mr. Tucket, and Woodsong. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight Paulsen's childhood, education, and life as an...
18) Scott O'Dell
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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This biography introduces readers to Scott O'Dell, the Newbery Medal winning author of Island of the Blue Dolphins. He is also the author of The King's Fifth, The Black Pearl, and Thunder Rolling in the Mountains. Readers will learn about O'Dell's childhood in California, his work in film business, and his switch to young adult fiction. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight O'Dell's childhood, family, education, and life as an author.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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This biography introduces readers to the five-time winner of the Coretta Scott King Award, Walter Dean Myers. Readers will learn about Myers's childhood in Harlem, his difficulty in school with a speech impediment, and the inspiration behind his award-winning titles. His books include Monster, Scorpions, and Fallen Angels. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight Myers's childhood, education, and life as an author. Checkerboard Library is...
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In Grace Hopper, learn how the American computer scientist chose to pursue a career in science and revolutionized the way we program computers. Features include a timeline, a glossary, essential facts, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.