Dana Meachen Rau
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduces the geography, topography, climate, flora, fauna, and population of the continent of North America. Geography of the World introduces students to the major geographic features of our planet. With original maps and brilliant photographs, each book answers basic questions about how each geographic area developed, what makes it unique, and which plants, animals, and people live there today. Special features include a current-events time line,...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
830L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Starting out over fifty years ago, the Rolling Stones took the music of the blues and blended it into rock and roll to create their own unique sound. Decades later, they are still hard at work, recording and playing live to massive crowds of adoring fans. Who Are the Rolling Stones? captures the excitement of the Stones on their journey to become the greatest rock-and-roll band in the world."--Amazon.com.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
890L
Language
English
Description
Born in Connecticut in 1811, Harriet Beecher Stowe was an abolitionist, author, and playwright. Slavery was a major industry in the American South, and Stowe worked with the Underground Railroad to help escaped slaves head north towards freedom. The publication of her book, Uncle Tom's Cabin, a scathing anti-slavery novel, fanned the flames that started the Civil War. The book's emotional portrayal of the impact of slavery captured the nation's attention....
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
880L
Language
English
Description
"Born in 1860 in Savannah, Georgia, Juliette Gordon Low grew up having the finest clothes and education. She was expected to be a prim and proper lady, but "Crazy Daisy"--as she was nicknamed by her friends and family--preferred to climb trees, ride horses, and hike. She also tried to find ways to help people in need. She carried that caring spirit with her into adulthood and used it to develop the Girl Scouts of the United States of America in 1912....
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
900L
Language
English
Description
"Get to know the Dalai Lama, Tibet's spiritual leader and one of the most popular world leaders today. Two-year-old Lhamo Thondup never imagined he would be anything other than an ordinary child, but after undergoing a series of tests, he was proclaimed the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet. By age 15, he found himself the undisputed leader of six million people who were facing the threat of a full-scale war from the Chinese. After the defeat of the Tibetan...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
700L
Language
English
Formats
Description
An introduction to the geography, history, economy, culture, and people of Nigeria. Bright, colorful designs and hands on activities will keep children engaged as they learn about Nigeria and its people.
14) Antarctica
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Describes the basic geography, topography, history, plant and animal life, and climate of Antarctica.
Author
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Published in 1865 by British author Lewis Carroll, this fantasy adventure story introduced the world to Alice and introduced Alice to some very strange but beloved creatures, including The White Rabbit, the Cheshire Cat, the Mad Hatter, and The Queen of Hearts. This silly tale that started out as a collection of stories written for one little girl became so popular that even Queen Victoria, the British monarch, couldn't put it down! Lewis Carroll,...
16) Australia
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Describes the geography, history, industries, education, government, and cultures of Australia. Includes maps, charts, and graphs"--Provided by publisher.
18) Fitness for fun!
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2009.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Discusses the importance of exercise in keeping the body healthy.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2006]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 2
Lexile measure
950L
Language
English
Description
Discusses the life of the self-made millionaire who made his fortune in the steel industry and is remembered for his generous donations that built libraries, universities, and research facilities.
20) U.S. landforms
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2012.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
820L
Language
English
Description
Introduces unique natural formations in the United States, including the Great Lakes, the Colorado Plateau, and the Missouri River.