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"Bugs make up more than 90 percent of all living things on Earth, but it can be difficult for people to remember that fact because of how tiny most are. Some bugs can only be viewed with the aid of a microscope. Others can be seen with the naked eye, but the details of their bodies must be magnified before they become visible. Through . . . full-color photographs and in-depth sidebars, this volume explores what exactly counts as a bug, why it is important...
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"The president plays an important role in the United States-and with the role's many powers also come many responsibilities. Here, readers will learn about the job of the U.S. president and the history of the role, along with facts about people who've held the job. Did you know that the 40th president was a famous movie star? Or that the 18th president once got a speeding ticket in a horse-drawn buggy? Graphic organizers provide more . . . facts and...
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"Minerals are a crucial part of our world. Not only are many necessary to keep our bodies in good working order, minerals can be used to make things that people use on a daily basis, including toothpaste, linoleum, and cell phones. By looking at these important materials under a microscope, we can gain better insight into the world around us"--Provided by publisher.
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"The U.S. Constitution is the basis of law in the United States and an important founding document of the country. But did you know that it's the shortest national constitution in the world? It's also the oldest still in effect! This intriguing book will provide young readers with many interesting facts about the constitution, including its history, its impact, and its amendments"--Provided by publisher.
5) Camp Daisy
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"Cats love coming to Camp Daisy. What daily camp activities can they not wait to try?"--
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"Please do not be afraid of us. We are not mean. We are on your team. We are the best beasts! This funny story engages beginning readers while supporting them with learning resources and bonus features. Fully decodable text features high-frequency words, words to help with short vowel/long vowel discrimination, and words with the long e sound spelled with the vowel team ea"--Publisher.
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"Joe can't find his sister Moe. Maybe her notes will tell him where to go! Fully decodable text features high-frequency words, words to help with short vowel/long vowel discrimination, and words with the long o sound spelled o-consonant-silent e"--Provided by publisher.
10) Answered Prayers
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Although Truman Capote's last novel was unfinished at the time of his death, its surviving portions offer a devastating group portrait of the high and low society of his time. "Prose that makes the heart sing and the narrative fly." -The New York Times Book ReviewTracing the career of a writer of uncertain parentage and omnivorous erotic tastes, Answered Prayers careens from a louche bar in Tangiers to a banquette at La Cte Basque, from literary salons...
12) What Abe ate
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"Kate's dog Abe finds things to eat all around the house--even socks and tape! Can Kate make a different kind of treat for Abe? Fully decodable text features high-frequency words, words to help with short vowel/long vowel discrimination, and words with the long a sound spelled a-consonant-silent e"--
13) Mike's ride
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"Mike the pig really wants to take a ride. What is he willing to give up to get his wish? This funny story engages beginning readers while supporting them with learning resources and bonus features. Decodable text features high-frequency words, words to help with short vowel/long vowel discrimination, and words with the long i sound spelled i-consonant-silent e"--Back cover.
14) Jewel hunt
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"Ewe is the star of the show, but her jewel is missing. Dog detectives Lew and Drew are on the case!"--
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"It's a core founding document of the United States of America-but did you know that when news of it reached New York City in 1776, it started a riot? The Declaration of Independence changed the world! In this book, young readers will learn more about its impact, its creators, and its famous words. Photographs and artwork highlight the easily understandable text, and graphic organizers showcase even more interesting information"--Provided by publisher....
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"While Thomas Jefferson is best known as a president of the United States, a closer look at his life reveals a long list of accomplishments, including being the primary author of the Declaration of Independence, the founder of the University of Virginia, and the architect of Monticello. This in-depth and accessible biography uses his documents and private letters as primary sources to produce a complete picture of the man and his impact on the country's...
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