Michael Burgan
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Great escapes (HarperCollins) volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 2
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"The epic story of William Ash and the escape from Stalag Luft III German POW camp during World War II"--
3) Energy
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Provides information on the world of energy, including nuclear power, green power, solar power, and more
4) Philippines
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Discusses the history, religions, resources, infrastructure, and provides a timeline of major events, a fact file, and glossary of terms.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 2
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"Deadly tornadoes. Devastating earthquakes. Killer tsunamis. When it comes to nature's fury, people can do little more than hold on tight and hope to live through it. Learn the true stories of Carmen Chévere Ortiz, Evans Monsignac, William and Dennie Spann, and others as they fought to survive through terrifying natural disasters." -- Page [4] cover.
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"Pollution, climate change, and overfishing are killing the world's coral reefs. But you can help! Navigate through three different stories in this ecological rescue mission. With dozens of possible story outcomes, it's up to you to save the coral reefs from extinction. The planet needs you. Will YOU CHOOSE to help?"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 2
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The United States entered World War II after a surprise attack by the Japanese on December 7, 1941. U.S. officials feared that Japanese Americans would betray their country and help Japan. Nearly 120,000 Japanese Americans were taken from their homes and moved into relocation centers, which some viewed as concentration camps. The internees, backed by many other Americans, believed that their fundamental rights as U.S. citizens had been denied. Years...
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Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) have never been more important. Just about every part of our lives is touched by one or more of those fields. In this book, check out many stories from the worlds of Medicine and Health Care, including these breaking headlines: Science: Finding Bacteria That Saves Lives Technology: Doctors Use Virtual Reality to Peer Inside You Engineering: Tiny Cameras Used in Brain Surgery Math: Data Analysis Leads...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 2
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"What would you do if you were lost somewhere near the North or South poles? Would you survive through the bitter cold, deadly storms, lack of food, and other dangers? Learn the incredible true stories of Ernest Shackleton, Jan Baalsrud, Douglas Mawson, and other daring people who fought to survive in the frozen wasteland." -- Page [4] cover.
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Almost immediately after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the hunt began for the people behind them. Attention quickly moved to a shadowy figure who provided guidance, money, and inspiration. Special Forces and the CIA were tasked with tracking and capturing Khalid Sheikh Mohammed. Inside, read about the years-long investigation and the courageous raid that brought this criminal to justice. Sometimes a job is so tough, so dangerous, and...