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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
800L
Language
English
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Named Temujin at birth by his nomadic family in early Mongolia, the great Genghis Khan used his skill and cunning to create the Mongol Empire and conquer almost the entire continent of Asia. As ruler of the largest empire in human history, he was as respected as he was feared.
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Pub. Date
2010.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1080L
Language
English
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An introduction to the thirteenth-century Chinese emperor which offers a more complete picture of the man than books which treat him as just a supporting player in Marco Polo's adventures.
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Pub. Date
2020.
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English
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"We've heard of Alexander the Great. We've heard of Ivan the Terrible. But what was so Great about Alexander? What was so Terrible about Ivan? Spanning centuries of history in a culturally diverse framework--from ancient India to nineteenth-century Hawaii, and with a balanced focus on notorious women rulers as well as male, The Great and the Terrible takes a humorous look at some of the most glorious and notorious figures in history through the lens...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
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"Black history begins thousands of years ago with the many cultures and people of the African continent. Through portraits of ten heroic figures, bestselling author Tracey Baptiste takes readers on an empowering, energetic journey through time to meet some of the great leaders and thinkers whose vision built nations and shaped the course of history... Illustrator Hillary D. Wilson's brilliant portraits accompany each profile, along with vivid, information-filled...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
880L
Language
English
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Hear Ye, Hear Ye! Travel to the age of the Renaissance and learn why Henry VIII is one of the most famous kings in English history.
Mainly remembered for his six marriages and his self-appointment as the "Supreme Head of the Church of England," Henry VIII was also attractive, educated, and athletic. When Henry Tudor ascended to the English thrown at the age of 17, his reign looked promising. But by the time of his death in 1547, King Henry...
Mainly remembered for his six marriages and his self-appointment as the "Supreme Head of the Church of England," Henry VIII was also attractive, educated, and athletic. When Henry Tudor ascended to the English thrown at the age of 17, his reign looked promising. But by the time of his death in 1547, King Henry...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
840L
Language
English
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"King Charles III became king in September 2022. He is the oldest person to assume the British throne. Find out more about his life, including his early years, his life as a prince, and more."--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
860L
Language
English
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Sitting Bull (c. 1831-1890) was one of the greatest Lakota/Sioux warriors and chiefs who ever lived. From Sitting Bull's childhood -- killing his first buffalo at age 10 -- to being named war chief to leading his people against the U.S. Army, this book brings the story of the great chief to light. Sitting Bull was instrumental in the war against the invasive wasichus (white men) and was at the forefront of the combat, including the Battles of Killdeer...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
570L
Language
English
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"Alexander the Great conquers the New York Times best-selling Who Was...? series! When Alexander was a boy in ancient Macedon, he already had grand ambitions. He complained that his father, the great king of Macedon, wasn't leaving anything for him to conquer! This, of course, was not the case. King Alexander went on to control most of the known world of the time. His victories won him many supporters, but they also earned him enemies. This easy-to-read...
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Lexile measure
530L
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English
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Readers will enjoy exploring hidden aspects of their personality in the Best Quiz Ever series, an engaging set of quiz books. Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Best Quiz Ever includes fun questions to share with friends as well as trivia throughout the books. Perfect for the classroom, library, sleepovers, or reading resource rooms....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 2
Lexile measure
1120L
Language
English
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Explores how the characters and lives of King George III of England and George Washington affected the progress and outcome of the American Revolution. Author-illustrator Rosalyn Schanzer takes a unique and lively approach to the story of the American Revolution by weaving the tale around two quite similar leaders-George Washington and King George III-with two very different viewpoints. In contrast to many American history books, George vs. George...
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Lexile measure
950L
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English
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Discover the inspiring story of Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch in British history, in this fascinating kids' biography. This compelling book looks at Elizabeth's life, both as a public and private figure. It traces her early years as a princess, her experiences in the women's army during World War II, her coronation and her life as Queen both at home and in the public eye. Learn how Elizabeth has worked alongside 13 British prime...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
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"In 1876, Lakota chief Crazy Horse helped lead his people's resistance against the white man's invasion of the northern Great Plains. One of the leaders of the US military forces was Army Lt. Col. George Armstrong Custer. The men had long been enemies. At the height of the war, when tribalism had reached its peak, they crossed paths for the last time. In this action-packed double biography, S. D. Nelson draws fascinating parallels between Crazy Horse...
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