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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
890L
Language
English
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Description
Explore the exciting history of robotics from automatons, the Three Laws of Robotics, Elektro, the Unimate, and Sophia to AI! Readers will learn about the amazing scientists, inventors, and innovators throughout history whose work shaped the development of robotics.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
750L
Language
English
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Description
"Nikola Tesla was a scientist and inventor in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Among his many inventions and experiments, he helped create the modern electricity system. Learn more about Tesla's life as a famous inventor!"--
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
470L
Language
English
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Description
"As creators of the first airplane to be successful in manned flight, the Wright brothers made long-distance travel much easier. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the lives of the inventors. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms." --Publisher's description.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 2
Lexile measure
990L
Language
English
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"On-point historical photographs combined with strong narration bring the story of the historic first flight ever to life. Kids will feel as though they are at Kitty Hawk with Wilbur and Orville Wright as the brothers prepare to test their aircraft. They'll also learn about the history of flight and the skepticism that greeted the Wrights when they, at first, refused to release the photograph of their successful flight"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
880L
Language
English
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Description
American inventor and businessman Thomas Edison influenced the world. His most notable achievements, the motion picture camera and the light bulb, are used millions of times each day. This title includes primary sources, sidebars, prompts and activities, charts and graphs, and much more. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
Author
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
560L
Language
English
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Description
"How much do you know about Benjamin Franklin? Find out the facts you need to know about this Founding Father, author, and inventor. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American."--
90) Samuel Morse
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
330L
Language
English
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Description
Presents the story of how an eccentric young artist became the inventor of the first telegraph system.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
510L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Scientists can change the world! Benjamin Franklin's experiments helped us understand electricity. This title introduces budding scientists and engineers to Benjamin Franklin whose discoveries changed the course of science. Photos and illustrations bring the stories of this great mind to life, and a quiz lets readers test their newfound knowledge. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
590L
Language
English
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Description
"Why is Benjamin Franklin important? He invented the lightning rod and much more! Readers follow the journey of this inventor and founding father. Franklin created the lightning rod and other inventions that helped change the world. It's an electrifying story filled with engaging text and colorful images, all reviewed by Smithsonian experts."--
93) Thomas A. Edison
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
320L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Creator of the phonograph and electric light bulb, Thomas Edison's inventions are still being used today. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the athlete's life. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Abdo Zoom is a division of ABDO.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
720L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Why is Lonnie Johnson important? He invented the Super Soaker! Readers follow his journey from a NASA engineer working on missions to Jupiter and Saturn to becoming the inventor of one of the most popular toys in the United States. This story of hard work is filled with engaging text and colorful images, all reviewed by Smithsonian experts"--
95) Thomas Edison
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
510L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Thomas Edison was an inventor who changed everything! One of his most famous inventions was the phonograph. It was the first machine to record and play sounds. Read this book to find out how he did it."--
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
640L
Language
English
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Description
"In the early 20th century, Madame C.J. Walker identified a problem, one she herself had: African Americans had no hair care products specifically designed for their hair type. So what did she do? The uneducated daughter of sharecroppers researched, invented, tested, refined, and marketed her way to becoming a self-made millionaire! Historic photos fortify this inspiring rags-to-riches story."--
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