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"A powerful true story about three Black girls who courageously integrated a New Orleans school on November 14, 1960, told by award-winning author Vaunda Micheaux Nelson"--
"On November 14, 1960, first graders Leona Tate, Tessie Prevost, and Gail Etienne stepped into history by going to school. Escorted by U.S. Marshals and facing swarms of shouting protestors, they became the first children in New Orleans to integrate a previously all-white school....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 730L
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English
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It's 1960, and Ruby Bridges and her family have recently moved from Mississippi to New Orleans in search of a better life. When a judge orders Ruby to attend first grade at William Frantz Elementary, an all-white school, Ruby must face angry mobs of parents who refuse to send their children to school with her. This moving picture book captures the spirit of a little girl standing alone in the face of racism.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The big purchase that led to fundamental questions about what America would become
In 1803 President Thomas Jefferson bought the Louisiana Territory from the French for $15 million, extending the United States beyond the Mississippi River for the first time.
Now the United States had big questions to answer: How would Louisiana be governed? How would it be divided? Would it be comprised of free states or slave states?...
In 1803 President Thomas Jefferson bought the Louisiana Territory from the French for $15 million, extending the United States beyond the Mississippi River for the first time.
Now the United States had big questions to answer: How would Louisiana be governed? How would it be divided? Would it be comprised of free states or slave states?...
4) Louisiana
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1050L
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English
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This book will take you on a journey through the sports, tourism, industry, environment, history, and entertainment that makes the state of Louisiana unique.
6) Louisiana
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Get ready for a trip down South! This jazzy title introduces readers to all that Louisiana has to offer, from its moss-draped swamps to the vibrant streets of New Orleans" --
10) Louisiana
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
IG 650L
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English
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Presents basic information about Louisiana, including important cities, fun facts, and places of interest.
12) Cajun home
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Discusses the history and culture of the Cajuns, French-speaking people who settled deep in the woods and bayous of Louisiana.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
780L
Language
English
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Learn about the key players, the highs and lows of their seasons, and the team history of the New Orleans Saints. It took 20 years after coming to New Orleans before the Saints made the playoffs, and in 2010 the team won its first Super Bowl.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
550L
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English
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"Patience is a South African penguin living at New Orleans's Audubon Aquarium of the Americas. When the Aquarium is severely damaged during Hurricane Katrina, many animals are put in peril, including Patience and the other penguins. They must leave their home, and their penguin keeper, until it is restored"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 4
Lexile measure
1060L
Language
English
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Tells the true story of Solomon Northup, a free black man from New York who was captured in the United States and sold into slavery in Louisiana. Drawing from primary source documents, this book is packed with the action of Solomon's 12-year odyssey as a slave and historical perspective on the human experience of buying and selling human beings.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
630L
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English
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"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about Hurricane Katrina. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
760L
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English
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This title unwraps the life of Panda Express founder Peggy Cherng! Readers will follow Cherng's journey from her early work as an electrical engineer to establishing a nation-wide chain of restaurants with her husband Andrew. A timeline, fast facts, infographics, a glossary, an index and color photos supplement easy-to-read text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
850L
Language
English
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Ruby Bridges was just six years old when she was chosen to be the first (and only) black child in the all-white William Frantz Elementary School in 1960. At the time, Ruby was too young to understand how the simple act of attending school would change the lives of many to come. Her courageous act left the legacy that given a chance, anyone at any age can make a difference in the world.
19) Mardi Gras
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
910L
Language
English
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"The Celebrating Cultures series invites young readers to explore the special cultural celebrations that are held throughout the United States. Each colorful volume explores the richness of a culture through its history, traditions, symbols, and festivities. In a fun and exciting way, children can explore the cultural significance of a celebration and appreciate its uniqueness"--
20) Ruby Bridges
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
630L
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English
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Get to know the life and legacy of Ruby Bridges. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text give early readers an engaging and age-appropriate look at her brave role in ending segregation during the Civil Rights Movement. Features include sidebars, a table of contents, two infographics, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Aligned to Common...
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