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"What do you make when a mermaid comes for dinner? A meal that's marvelous for your mermaid guest (and pretty tasty for you, too)! Start with a fizzy underwater-themed lemonade and some cheesy seashell-shaped crackers. For the main course, cook up some fresh seaweed (green pasta!) and shrimp. Then, end it all with an ice cream dessert that will remind your mermaid friend of home. Don't forget to explore more about mermaid myths and tall tails so you...
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980L
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Demolition experts, or blasters, are responsible for safely demolishing buildings. They use explosives to make buildings fall down in the exact way they want. Find out more in Demolition Experts, one of the titles in the Thrilling Science and Technology Jobs series.
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What is there to do with a closet bursting with outgrown clothes, a toy chest brimming with old playthings, and drawers overflowing with forgotten knickknacks? How about a yard sale! With a little hard work, readers can find new homes for the belongings they've outgrown - and fill their pockets in the process! Readers will learn valuable lessons throughout this engaging book, such as how to let go of things they no longer need and the value of a good...
7) The sun
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Sun is indispensable to our survival on Earth. It is also the hub of the solar system. Readers will explore the closest star to Earth and learn about its layers, its nuclear reactions, and its likely life cycle. Phenomena such as solar flares are depicted in spectacular illustrations.
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Behind every business is a passionate person with a big idea. Anyone can turn their interest into a product or service with a good work ethic and some guidance! Ambitious readers will gravitate to this awesome guide to business building. Step-by-step instructions accompanied by photographs give young entrepreneurs the basic skills that go into any successful business. Incredible ideas and tips are springboards for readers creativity. They ll create...
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Décor! Lighting! Atmosphere! Oh, and cake! There are many artistic decisions that go into a party - from choosing a theme, to preparing games, to making snacks! This guide to party planning gives readers creative control over their own celebrations. They can collaborate with friends, or play the host! Either way, this book full of inspiring ideas and easy step-by-step instructions guarantees a good time for all. Photographs of crafts, foods, and...
10) Uranus
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Uranus, the ice giant, has an axis tilted nearly sideways. This peculiarity, and the possibility it may actually rain diamonds, will make it a fascinating subject for young astronomers. A handy and attractive reference on a distant planet.
11) Mars
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Mars, our red neighbor, has captivated star-gazers' interest for thousands of years. And today we can explore it with rovers and probes. Beautiful photographs and illustrations present a history of Mars and its place in the solar system and will ignite a love of astronomy in young readers.
12) Earth
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Earth is our home, but we are always discovering new and exciting facts about it and its place in the universe. Readers will learn how our planet was formed and how it has changed across the millennia. They will gain an understanding of just how it fits into our solar system.
13) Mercury
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Mercury, the cratered planet closest to our Sun, is a planet of extremes. It is the solar system's smallest planet, and it experiences extraordinary swings in temperature. Readers will learn these facts and many, many more. Sidebars and beautiful illustrations help keep the reader engaged.
14) Jupiter
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Our solar system's largest planet is also one of many mysteries, including its Great Red Spot, an enormous, perpetual storm. Stunning illustrations help to introduce young readers to this fascinating planet. Supplemented with a websites and a list of books for further reading.
15) Neptune
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Because Neptune is so distant, it has been hard to study. This book introduces readers to the mysterious planet farthest from our Sun. Its composition, features, and history, as well as its hostile environment, are explained. The many beautiful illustrations will draw in reluctant readers and budding astronomers alike.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The distinction between planets and dwarf planets is explored in this fascinating volume. It discusses the most recent scientific discoveries along with the mysteries and questions they raise. Amazing illustrations make this book beautiful as well as informative.
17) Saturn
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Saturn's rings have long sparked the curiosity of scientist and layperson alike. Readers will learn about Saturn and its place in the solar system and also what makes up its beautiful rings and how they came to be. Breathtaking illustrations accompany easy-to-follow text.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Could a human being really come back from the dead to feed on human flesh and brains? If myths about zombies and other walking dead are just fictional stories, why have so many people claimed to have witnessed the return of the dead from the grave?
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Thanksgiving is known for its food, and readers discover plenty of recipes they can bring to Thanksgiving dinner in this guide to holiday baking. Cookies, brownies, and mini pumpkin pies--these are just some of the tasty treats readers learn to make with the help of clear steps that feature full-color photographs. Beginning bakers learn what they need to be safe and successful in the kitchen through text that focuses on safety, creativity, and the...
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