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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
860L
Language
English
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"This newly revised edition of Visiting a Village is an ideal introduction to understanding the concept of community. Children will learn how the people in early communities worked together with a spirit of cooperation by trading their goods and services with each other. Knowing about what they might see on their first visit to a historic site will help spark a child's curiosity. In this book, they will meet such individuals as the miller, the sawyer,...
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English
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"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the history of Lunar New Year, including when, where, and who first celebrated it, its meaning, the traditions associated with it, including hanging red lanterns, having reunion dinners, and honoring ancestors, and how it is celebrated in different parts of China and the world today. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 10 - AR Pts: 6
Lexile measure
670L
Language
English
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Explores the history and culture of Ancient Mesopotamia. Eye-catching photos, fascinating sidebars, and a "Contributions" special feature guide readers through the rise and fall of this great civilization, focusing on the people and accomplishments that made it unique.
4) The Kitchen
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
900L
Language
English
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"This newly revised edition describes how the kitchen was the center of family activity in the old days. Here families ate their meals, played games, and told stories with only the fireplace and a few candles for warmth and light. In the Kitchen, young readers will take a close look at the early fireplace and the tools and utensils surrounding it. Domestic chores carried out in the kitchen are described including baking bread, making butter, preserving...
6) China
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
570L
Language
English
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"Simple text and full-color photographs illustrate the land, animals, and people of China"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
670L
Language
English
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Description
"Explores the history and culture of Ancient Egypt, giving a basic overview of the civilization's government, religion, and social structure, as well as key leaders and events"--Provided by publisher.
8) Indonesia
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
800L
Language
English
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Description
Provides information about Indonesia, including the landscape and climate, wildlife, school and work, celebrations, and more.
9) China
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
670L
Language
English
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Description
Readers are presented with an overview of China's geography, culture, people, government, and daily life. Intriguing text, informative sidebars, detailed maps, and full-color photographs give readers a glimpse into life in this unique country. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fast-fact section, and an area listing sources for further research. As our children grow up in an increasingly globalized...
10) Thailand
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
550L
Language
English
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Description
Colorful. Tropical. Land of smiles. Welcome to Thailand! In this bright, exciting book, young readers will travel to this amazing country without ever leaving their homes or classrooms. During their journey, they will learn all about Thailand's land, history, cities, and food. They'll even learn how to speak a few words in Thai! This 32-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate vocabulary and simple sentence construction. The engaging...
12) Myanmar
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Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
570L
Language
English
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Description
"Young readers will learn all about the country, Myanmar"--
15) Somalia
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
730L
Language
English
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Description
""Engaging images accompany information about Somalia. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8."--
17) Mummies exposed!
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
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Description
Just when you think that you know everything there is to know about mummies, new ones are discovered! Packed with facts but light in tone, this book introduces young readers to the most compelling examples of mummies from all over the world. There are many books about Egyptian mummies, but Mummies Exposed! goes beyond what you expect and uncovers both old favorites and recent discoveries; among them a Moche princess in Peru, the bog people
...18) Ecuador
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
770L
Language
English
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Description
"Engaging images accompany information about Ecuador. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8" --
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
620L
Language
English
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Description
"Antarctica is a fascinating continent, with its South Pole research station and its thick sheets of ice. But did you know that Antarctica has no cities? Or that daytime and nighttime last for months in Antarctica? Learn more about the amazing continent of Antarctica, from its explorers and scientists to its landforms, animals, and more" -- back cover.
20) Your family tree
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Lexile measure
640L
Language
English
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A family tree traces family history. As family members are added, a family tree grows. Simple text is used to explain what a family tree is and how you can trace your family history back hundreds of years. Discusses how we inherit traits from family members, and even discusses how immigration may play a part in your family tree. This title will allow students to distinguish between information provided by pictures or other illustrations and information...
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