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"Ancient Rome is famous for its vast empire, which covered most of Europe as well as much of Asia and northern Africa. But it's also the source of achievements and inventions that have shaped Western civilization. Some of the best known include the alphabet, the calendar, and concrete, but there are many more. Readers will delight as they discover the many inventions and achievements of ancient Rome in this engaging volume. Thoroughly researched text...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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"When you think of the achievements and legacy of ancient Greece, you probably think of art, architecture, and democracy. But ancient Greeks left so much more to the world, and some of their inventions will surprise modern readers. The list includes the lighthouse, the alarm clock, the shower, and trial by jury. This fascinating volume will introduce readers to all this and more as they explore the myriad accomplishments of ancient Greece. Thoroughly...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
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Students will learn about one of the most amazing trade routes in human history. This book uses details about the Silk Road to explain how to use map scale to measure distances. It includes photographs of Silk Road sections, annotated maps with scale explanations, and a concise history of each Great Age. Interesting details about fabrics, goods, and knowledge transported during each time period are also shared.
6) A Journey Along the Erie Canal: Dividing Multidigit Numbers by a One-digit Number Without Remainders
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This fascinating paperback describes the construction and history of the Erie Canal. It uses the information to illustrate elementary division. Includes a scanned photocopy of a weekly toll collection statement from 1860.
7) Hyenas bite!
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"Hyenas have a bad reputation. People generally think of them as cowardly scavengers. In movies such as The Lion King, they're portrayed as villains. But hyenas are actually Africa's most successful predators. And they have a powerful bite! In this engaging volume, young readers will discover fascinating facts about these intriguing, intelligent animals. Special attention is paid to their bite, how it works, and the role it plays in their diet. Age-appropriate...
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"Grizzly bears are a powerful, intimidating subspecies of brown bear. Just how threatening humans find them is revealed by the final part of their scientific name: Ursus arctos horribilis. Though much of their diet consists of fruit and nuts, make no mistake-these animals are apex predators. And they have the teeth and bite to prove it. Young readers will be delighted with what they learn about these formidable animals and their bite in this engaging...
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"You saw the movie Jaws and came away thinking great white sharks were to be feared above all others. Surprise! It turns out bull sharks were probably responsible for the attacks that inspired the book and movie. And many experts consider bull sharks to be the most dangerous of all sharks. Young readers will be thrilled by what they discover about this impressive animal in this absorbing volume. Accessible text addresses important science concepts,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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"The movie Finding Nemo introduced the general public to clown fish and their sea anemone homes. But there's so much more to learn about this relationship. For example, did you know only 10 of the over 1,000 sea anemone species form mutualistic relationships with clown fish? Young readers will delight in learning about the relationship between these two endearing sea creatures in this engaging volume. Accessible text highlights important science concepts,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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In the animal world, it's rare for two mammal species to form a mutualistic relationship. It's especially rare for that to happen when neither species is a primate, but that's exactly what happens between warthogs and banded mongooses. Young readers will be thrilled to discover these contrasting creatures and the fascinating bond between them. Accessible text addresses important science concepts and lively images bring this relationship into full...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Everyone wants to have someone to count on when the going gets tough. Often it's family, but in the animal world, support sometimes comes from unlikely places. African elephants and olive baboons have formed a surprising mutualistic relationship that helps carry them through difficult times. Young readers will delight in what they learn about these two animals and the bond they share. Thrilling images, fun facts, and a graphic organizer support the...
15) Piranhas bite!
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"Piranhas are small fish with sharp teeth and a ferocious reputation. They're reputedly such fierce, terrifying predators that horror movies have been made about them. But do they really warrant their reputation? This absorbing volume dives into the world of piranhas to discover the truth about these South American freshwater fish. Special attention will be paid to the most infamous-and dangerous-species, the red-bellied piranha. Age-appropriate text...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Even the warthog's name suggests that it isn't one of the world's most beautiful creatures. And it's true; they have large flat heads covered with warts, and sharp ominous tusks. Readers of this fascinating volume will learn intriguing facts about these weird-looking animals, who may not be beautiful, but are strong and intelligent. Accessible text addresses important elementary science concepts, and vibrant images enliven the text. Photo captions,...
17) Hippos bite!
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"Hippos are perhaps the most surprising animals in this series. They are, after all, herbivores, not carnivores or even omnivores. And their huge body and short, fat legs make them look slow moving. But these enormous animals are surprisingly speedy and aggressive and equipped with an immensely powerful bite. Young readers will be enthralled with what they discover about this popular animal in this engaging volume. Accessible text addresses important...
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IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Many people enjoy feeding colorful wild birds or even keeping birds as pets, but some wild birds are strange-looking. Some people might even consider them ugly. The California condor, with its bald head and glaring eyes, is one of these birds. This engaging volume introduces readers to intriguing facts about these birds, including why their head is bald, how the skin on their head expresses emotions, and their attention to cleanliness. Accessible...
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The rallying cry "Remember the Alamo" is famous, but how much does the average person actually know about the Texas mission and the 1836 battle that took place there? This volume traces the Alamo's history, from the Native American peoples who lived in the area when the mission was first built through the continuing efforts to preserve the historic site. Particular attention is paid to the Battle of the Alamo and how the bravery of its defenders inspired...
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