Various Readers
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
930L
Language
English
Description
"A look at the plight of the golden lion tamarin for children."--
Traces the effort to save the golden lion tamarin, whose habitat was being destroyed by logging, by applying knowledge of their unique family structure to housing them appropriately in captivity before releasing them into the wild. --Publisher's description.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
880L
Language
English
Description
On October 5, 2011, the news of the death of technology innovator Steve Jobs rocked the world. The failing health of the Apple cofounder and Pixar CEO was no secret. Jobs had given up his role as Apple's CEO just a few months prior because of his struggle with pancreatic cancer. But his death still drew a huge reaction. From Apple employees and fans to political and business leaders, people honored Jobs's passing by reflecting on his prolific life...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1010L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Nine African American students made history when they defied a governor and integrated an Arkansas high school in 1957. It was the photo of one of the nine trying to enter the school a young girl being taunted, harassed and threatened by an angry mob.
7) Illegal
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
GN 490L
Language
English
Description
A powerfully moving, award-winning graphic novel that explores the current plight of undocumented immigrants from New York Times bestselling author Eoin Colfer and the team behind the Artemis Fowl graphic novels. How can a human being be illegal for simply existing?
Ebo is alone. His brother, Kwame, has disappeared, and Ebo knows it can only be to attempt the hazardous journey to Europe, and a better life—the same journey
...9) Indonesia
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
IG 690L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Examines the geography, history, economy, society, people, and culture of Indonesia.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
550L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Provides information on the Capital Building, the location in Washington, D. C. where the United States Congress meets, describing its construction, what the building looks like inside, and related topics.
11) Jamaica
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
IG 600L
Language
English
Formats
Description
An overview of Jamaica emphasizing its cultural aspects.
12) Sloths
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
270L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Simple text and photographs present sloths, how they look, where they live, and what they do"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
890L
Language
English
Formats
Description
World War I was a brutal war that left more than 9 million dead. Millions more were wounded and lost their homes. The two sides--the Allied Powers and Central Powers--cut secret deals to get countries to join their side. They unleashed secret weapons, employed spies, and relied on the element of surprise itself to wage terrible battles. "Secrets of World War I" reveals little-known stories of the people, weapons, and battles that have affected the...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
670L
Language
English
Formats
Description
What's so great about Minnesota? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the North Star State! Explore Minnesota's wooded wilderness, 10,000 lakes, and rich history. The Minnesota by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Minnesota!
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
790L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! What's so great about Colorado? Find out the top ten sites to see or things to do in the Centennial State! Explore Colorado's snowy mountain peaks, wild rivers, and rich history. The Colorado by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the book. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital,...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
650L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! People come from all over the world to see the Empire State Building. You can see all of New York City from the top of this tall skyscraper! Just how many floors does the Empire State Building have? And how long did it take workers to create this amazing structure? Read this book to find out! Learn about many remarkable sites in the Famous...
19) The Hoover Dam
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
640L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! The Hoover Dam is one of the largest dams in the world! It provides power and water to people in Arizona, Nevada, Utah, and California. Just how does the Hoover Dam work? And how many people did it take to build this amazing structure? Read this book to find out! Learn all about some remarkable sites in the Famous Places series - part of the...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
700L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Details some of the attractions that the state has to offer, from the theme parks in Orlando and Daytona International Speedway to Kennedy Space Center and Everglades National Park. --Publisher's description.