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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
910L
Language
English
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Description
Farm fields can span hundreds of acres. With so much area to cover, checking crops and livestock can be difficult. But with an agricultural drone, this job becomes much simpler. Young readers will discover how drones help farmers maximize efficiencies and bring abundant harvests.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
"Big farms need big machines, and crop sprayers are some of the biggest. Farmers use these timesaving devices to spread substances such as fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides on their crops. While readers learn about the different kinds of crop sprayers, their many parts, and their importance to the farm industry, they'll be impressed by the colorful photographs of the machines in action -- including one in the air!" -- Publisher's website.
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Lexile measure
780L
Language
English
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"Readers will learn about the impacts of agriculture on the environment through colorful and clear graphics, such as maps, charts, and infographics. Book also includes a glossary, index, suggested books and websites, and a bibliography"--
7) Greenhouses
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Series
Lexile measure
550L
Language
English
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In Greenhouses, early fluent readers will learn how greenhouses are used to grow crops, how they've have changed agriculture, and new and future innovations, such as hydroponics and vertical farming. Beautiful, crisp, full-color photographs complement the text. Greenhouses features infographics, sidebars, reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Children can learn more about greenhouses using our safe search...
10) Apples
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
650L
Language
English
Description
Apples come in all shapes and sizes from all over the world. Take a bite and chew on months of planting, growing, picking, and selling that bring this tasty fruit into the home. With deliciously bright, detailed images and a simple text, this is the perfect board book for small curious hands who are still new to the crisp comfort of autumn.
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English
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"Humans have a complex relationship with planet Earth. Life depends on the planet's natural resources. Yet human activity has led to many environmental issues. Agriculture is one of the leading environmental issues today. In this book, young readers will learn about the impacts of agriculture on the environment" --
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English
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"Farming is one of the most important jobs in our society, but what does a farmer really do all day? This text explores both agricultural and livestock farming in detail, and describes the special skills and equipment that a farmer needs in order to ensure that the farm runs smoothly. Other aspects of working with animals and crops are also explored, such as selling livestock and vegetables to people or businesses. Engaging visuals and interesting...
16) Urban farming
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
890L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Urban Farming helps readers trace the history of farming in urban areas, understand why we do it, explore the science behind it, and discuss controversies from an objective viewpoint. The title will engage readers on the topic and help them to weigh the pros and cons as they make their own food decisions."--Publisher's website.
17) Farmers
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English
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Many years ago, most of the U.S. population lived on farms and produced their own food to eat. Now, only 2 percent of the population produces food for the entire world. Readers will learn that farmers are responsible for the fruits, vegetables, and meat we buy in the grocery store, and the ingredients that go into many other things. They often use technology to help them produce these things. Some farmers research ways to keep their animals comfortable...
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English
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This series introduces young readers to important core content with simple activities to encourage students to Look, Think, Make a Guess, Ask Questions, and Create. This combination of reading and inquiring helps them to develop the skills needed to master content and learn and succeed in the 21st century. This book explains about working at a farm.
19) In the field
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Lexile measure
130L
Language
English
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Description
What can you find on a farm? Let's look in the field!"--
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