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Students will learn area and perimeter while engaged in reading about a day in the life of a contractor! This engaging math reader uses real-world examples to teach math concepts, and incorporates nonfiction reading to increase vocabulary and comprehension skills. The challenging practice problems, graphs, and sidebars provide many opportunities for students to practice their developing math skills, and apply what they've learned to their daily lives....
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Going to college when you're 18 years old can be a new and frightening experience. But imagine taking college classes when you're only 10! Read the inspirational stories of six young geniuses who went to college before they were old enough to have a driver's license. Packed with fun facts, fascinating sidebars, and featuring TIME© content and images, this informational text has features such as a glossary, an index, and a table of contents to engage...
3) Mechanics
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Explore fascinating facts about mechanics, such as the types of work they do, the tools they use, and the education and training they need. Discover how these highly skilled workers use computers, diagrams, and powerful tools to keep cars, boats, and planes running!
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Realice un recorrido virtual por la Casa de los Pequeños Mamíferos del Zoológico Nacional Smithsonian con este libro STEAM de gran interés. En el camino, aprenda cómo los cuidadores del zoológico diseñaron un hábitat para el hurón de patas negras, un animal que alguna vez se pensó que estaba extinto. También aprenderá sobre los muchos factores que los cuidadores tienen en cuenta al diseñar los recintos del zoológico. Creado en colaboración...
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Lights! Camera! It's time to explore the art of animation! This fun, engaging nonfiction title allows readers to explore an exciting career as an animator. Readers will be introduced to the history of animation and find out what techniques and equipment animators used to turn their illustrations into the first animated shorts. Through Time For Kids© content, stimulating facts, vivid images, sketches, photos, informative text, and an interview with...
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580L
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Hop on that big red truck for a real adventure.. Ride along to watch firefighters in action as they put out fires and help to keep us safe. We'll also visit the fire station and find out how firefighters prepare for the next emergency.
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There are government leaders all over the world that work at the city, state, and national level. This captivating Spanish book will allow readers to learn about various jobs in government including politician, statesmen, governor, and mayor. A look into the past includes a brief history of the U.S. government and some of the most important offices such as heads of state, Congress, seats in the Senate and House of Representatives, and the president....
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IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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760L
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It's up to police officers to keep people safe and put criminals behind bars. This book will give you an in-depth look at the life of a police officer, from the academy to the streets. You'll also learn what you can do to get involved. Becoming a police officer just might be the job for you!
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Leap into the world of a ballet dancer! In this engaging nonfiction book, readers learn about the history of this art form as well as what a ballet dancer does to get ready for a performance. With informational text, vibrant photographs, a sample schedule of ballet dancer's day, a look at ballet positions, and simple, clear text, readers learn about the basics of ballet and that this beautiful art form takes a lot of hard work and dedication.
10) Plumbers
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Explore fascinating facts about plumbers, such as how they do their important work, the tools they use, and the education and training they need. Discover how these professionals solve mysteries, repair problems, and keep our communities clean and healthy.
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Readers learn about the Postal Service in this enjoyable book that uses examples from the past and the present to allow children to compare and contrast. Through interesting facts, vivid images, supportive text, a glossary, table of contents, and index, readers will learn all about postal service history, mail carriers, the Pony Express, and email.
12) Carpenters
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Explore fascinating facts about carpenters. Discover how these professionals use their knowledge of math, geometry, and other subjects to turn blueprints and wood into beautiful buildings--both inside and outside!
13) Living in Space
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Readers find out what it's like for astronauts to eat, sleep, and work on a manned space flight in this adventurous nonfiction reader. Children will discover what it's like to be weightless in zero gravity, how Mission control helps keep astronauts safe, and what astronauts do during their free time through vivid photographs, interesting, informative text, and stimulating facts.
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Students will learn area and perimeter while engaged in reading about a day in the life of a contractor! This engaging Spanish e-book uses real-world examples to teach math concepts, and incorporates nonfiction reading to increase vocabulary and comprehension skills. The challenging practice problems, graphs, and sidebars provide many opportunities for students to practice their developing math skills, and apply what they've learned to their daily...
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Around the world, scientists are peering into microscopes and reviewing data. Some are observing world-class athletes as they sprint to the finish line. Others are experts on functional fitness. They are devoted to making it easier for ordinary people to lift heavy boxes, run to catch the bus, and play with their dogs. In the lab, on the track, or in the backyard, these scientists are striving to understand the human body in new ways. The work they...
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Take a virtual tour of the Smithsonian National Zoo's Small Mammal House with this high-interest STEAM book! Along the way, learn how zookeepers designed a habitat for the black-footed ferret, an animal once thought to be extinct. You'll also learn about the many factors the keepers take into consideration when designing zoo enclosures. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this STEAM book will ignite a curiosity about STEAM topics...
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Fishing is one of the oldest jobs around! This Spanish book teaches students about the long history of fishing and the development of the modern-day fishing industry. Fascinating images, intriguing facts, a table of contents, glossary, and index provide an engaging experience for beginning readers.
19) Space Force
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Learn anbout the different jobs in the U.S. Space Force and what it takes to be a guardian.
20) Air Force
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Learn about the different jobs in the U.S. Air Force and what it takes to be an airman.
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