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The sun is a source of energy for living things. Energy that comes from sunshine is called solar energy. But how does solar energy work? And how can we use solar energy to not only stay on the cutting-edge of technology, but to help keep the environment healthy? This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6. It's a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity...
83) Droughts
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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The earth-and everything on it-needs water. But lately, it's been unusually sunny, warm, and dry. The weather anchor announces that your area is experiencing a drought! Where do droughts happen? How do we know that we are in a drought? Why is rainfall important? Do droughts just affect people? Can scientists keep track of rainfall? Read and find out!
This book is full of activities, like how to measure rainfall, how to visualize how much of the...
84) Skin / La piel
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The vibrant photographs and text in this book show readers the many ways that our skin is special. Skin comes in many different colors, textures, and some people even have freckles. No matter how different looking we are, we all need our skin for the same reason-it protects our bodies. It keeps us warm when it's cold and cool when it's hot. Readers learn the importance of protecting our skin from the sun, and what to do when scrapes occur.
85) Ears / Los oídos
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Readers get a good look at and gain a solid understanding of one our most used features-the ear. The varying sounds we hear, such as music and voices are explained. Students learn how to safely wash their ears, and protect them from loud noises and the cold. Lively photographs help illustrate the main point on each page.
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We use them to pick things up. We use them to clap, motion to others, and can even use them to count to ten-they're our hands. In this book, readers learn that we use our hands to do many wonderful, convenient things. Vibrant photographs show readers how to properly care for their hands to keep them clean and healthy. Fact boxes impart additional interesting tidbits about our helpful hands.
87) Nose / La nariz
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Our nose is for breathing, but it's also for smelling. Some things smell good, while others smell horrible. These are just a few of the concepts that readers learn about in this book. What makes our noses itch? How do our noses feel when we're sick? How can we keep our noses safe? Bright photographs paired with simple text show readers everything they need to know about their noses. Fact boxes share additional interesting information.
88) Eyes / Los ojos
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There's plenty to see in this book about eyes. Bright, colorful photographs paired with simple text help readers learn about their eyes. We all have two eyes, but readers learn they can be many different colors and lids come in many shapes. We use our eyes to see things near and far, and things big and small. Readers also learn how to care for their eyes and keep them safe and healthy.
89) Feet / Los pies
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Where would we be without our feet? Readers will love learning about their feet and how they're essential to running, kicking, jumping, dancing, and being active. Simple text is paired with colorful photographs of people using their feet in many ways. The text also addresses foot safety, foot hygiene, as well as ticklish feet.
90) Mouth / La boca
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Eating, talking, singing, and breathing-we use our mouths for so many things. We can also make funny faces and silly sounds with our mouths. This book uses colorful photographs and simple text to teach readers about their mouths. They'll learn about brushing their teeth and going to the dentist to make sure their mouths stay clean and healthy.
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Hair comes in many colors and textures, it can be short or long, curly or straight. Readers learn that there are many interesting and different types of hair. The colorful photographs and simple text help readers learn essential concepts about hair. They'll learn how to care for hair, wash it, and see how creative people can be with their hair styling choices.
93) Scaredy mouse
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"Sqeak is a scaredy-mouse, but his big sister convinces him to go to the kitchen with her to get some chocolate cake. What if he gets lost, though, or comes face-to-face with the big orange cat? With a piece of string tied to his waist so that he will be able to find his way home, Squeak sets out into the dark, shadowy hall...."--Back cover.
94) Hear your heart
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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A simple explanation of the structure of the heart and how it works.
96) Tiny Tiger
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Tiny Tiger is too shy to play with the other cats, but then old Riley Lion gives him some wise advice.
98) Starfish
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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This book is a simple introduction to the appearance, growth, habits, and behavior of starfish.
99) Dinosaur bones
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Discusses how scientists, studying fossil remains, provide information on how dinosaurs lived millions of years ago.
100) The Big Dipper
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
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Explains basic facts about the Big Dipper, including which stars make up the constellation, how its position changes in the sky, and how it points to the North Star.