Robin Twiddy
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IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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"From designer watermelons and rust-removing potatoes to brain freezes and peanut butter diamonds, curious kids can use this book to dig into the strange and silly knowledge scientists have discovered when it comes to food"--
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"Welcome to the forest. It is time to explore. Learn about some of the animals and trees that can be found in forests around the world. Experience the wonder of nature. Exploring the Forest is part of Decodables by Jump!, a comprehensive library of decodable leveled readers that follow a sequenced approach to phonics instruction. Young readers will enjoy colorful, photo-packed nonfiction as they follow a prescribed format supported by the science...
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"Nuclear power provides almost 15 percent of the world's electricity, but this energy doesn't come without a cost. Past nuclear accidents have had disastrous effects on the environment and future accidents could cause an even larger catastrophe. Looming large-scale are the devastating effects of nuclear warfare. In this arresting book, a clever mix of fact and fiction, readers join young Shona as she leaves a bunker she was born in for the first time....
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"What is color blindness, and how does it affect a person's everyday life? Readers discover the answers to these questions and more as they follow a narrative about what it's like to live with color blindness and what it's like to have a friend who has this condition"--OCLC.
8) Funny Food
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From potatoes on airplanes to spicy smoke alarms, food isn't just about eating a tasty meal. It's full of silly science, too! Learn about the totally silly science of some funny food. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 5th and 6th grade readers with silly content while a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level makes the information accessible. It's a roaring good time!
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Many people moved into bunkers after nuclear waste fell from the sky. Learn all about the dangers of nuclear energy that destroyed Earth. Then, get ready to discover the world outside of the bunker. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 6th and 7th grade readers with thrilling storytelling while a 3rd to 4th grade reading level makes the information accessible. It's a roaring good time!
10) Feet
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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There's a lot of gross things one can think of that live under our feet-but what about on our feet? Fungus especially find a warm, dark home between our toes and can cause a lot of annoyance! In this colorful volume, readers investigate exactly what happens on and in their feet, even if they can't see it. Simple language, clear diagrams, and a group of friendly narrators draw readers into this part of the body to learn all you could want to know about...
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When the car was invented, it changed how we live and travel. Learn about the first cars and how they changed the world. The grapheme /y/ is featured in this title.
How Cars Changed the World is part of Decodables by Jump!, a comprehensive library of decodable leveled readers that follow a sequenced approach to phonics instruction. Young readers will enjoy colorful, photo-packed nonfiction as they follow a prescribed format supported by the science...
12) In My Tummy
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Food is fun to put in my tummy. I eat many different foods. What foods do you like? The phonemes /ch/sh/ are featured in this title.
In My Tummy is part of Decodables by Jump!, a comprehensive library of decodable leveled readers that follow a sequenced approach to phonics instruction. Young readers will enjoy colorful, photo-packed nonfiction as they follow a prescribed format supported by the science of reading that encourages reading development....
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Fossil fuels form over hundreds of millions of years. Yet, we're quickly consuming Earth's fossil fuel supplies, despite the air pollution they cause and the evidence that burning them increases atmospheric temperatures and contributes to climate change. This enthralling look at a future Earth devastated by the overuse of fossil fuels, presented as a fictional tale from a space station, offers readers insights into the disadvantages of using fossil...
14) Strange Space
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Did you know that there some famous animal astronauts? Or that bread is banned in space? Space may be a very serious place, but it's full of some really silly science! Learn about the totally silly science behind space. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 5th and 6th grade readers with silly content while a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level makes the information accessible. It's a roaring good time!
15) Whale Shark
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IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Some people are afraid of sharks because of their big sharp teeth. Whale sharks, which are the largest known fish on the planet, do not use their teeth to eat. Instead, they are filter-feeders who feed on plankton. Young readers will discover this and other interesting facts through exploring a detailed narrative and fun fact boxes. This exciting learning experience enhances readers' knowledge of essential science curriculum topics, such as adaptations...
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The world has become a plastic prison! A message from the future tells you how the world has been destroyed. Learn about how dangerous plastic is for our planet. Then, discover what you can do to help save the world. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 6th and 7th grade readers with thrilling storytelling while a 3rd to 4th grade reading level makes the information accessible. It's a roaring good time!
17) Rock Pools
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What kinds of creatures call rock pools home? What's life like in these pools of water? Readers discover the answers to these questions and many more as they explore the fun and fascinating world of coastal tide pools. This colorful and creatively focused guide helps readers enhance their understanding of elementary science curriculum topics such as habitats, conservation, biodiversity, and making observations about the natural world. The clear and...
18) Bizarre Bodies
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Some people can hold their breath for a really long time. Other people suddenly gain superstrength when facing extreme circumstances. Our bodies can do some very silly things. Learn about the totally silly science inside some bizarre bodies. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 5th and 6th grade readers with silly content while a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level makes the information accessible. It's a roaring good time!
19) Vets
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Vets help animals when they are sick or injured. Follow vets Val and Will as they help different animals. The phonemes /v/w/ch/ are featured in this title.
Vets is part of Decodables by Jump!, a comprehensive library of decodable leveled readers that follow a sequenced approach to phonics instruction. Young readers will enjoy colorful, photo-packed nonfiction as they follow a prescribed format supported by the science of reading that encourages reading...
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Ten fairies arrive at the park, ready to grant children wishes! That's the magical, high-interest premise of this lively and lovely counting book. As readers count along with the inviting narration, they'll learn new vocabulary with the help of text-supporting illustrations. The amusing story, as well as the rhythm and rhyme of the text, is a motivating way to provide opportunities for number practice and assessments of reading and math skills at...