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"Beginning with the earliest days of our lineage some 325 million years ago, Brusatte charts how mammals survived the asteroid that claimed the dinosaurs and made the world their own, becoming the astonishingly diverse range of animals that dominate today'S Earth. Brusatte also brings alive the lost worlds mammals inhabited through time, from ice ages to volcanic catastrophes. Entwined in this story is the detective work he and other scientists have...
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Skunk and Badger volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 3
Lexile measure
680L
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English
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"The last thing Badger wants is a roommate, and certainly not Skunk, but since the house does not belong to him he does not have a choice; and soon everything in Badger's quiet and ordered life studying rocks is turned upside down (and where on earth did all the chickens come from)--but after he drives Skunk and his chickens away, Badger starts to miss his roommate and sets out to find him and make amends."--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 5
Lexile measure
730L
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"For Vega and her family, salmon is life. And Vega is learning to be a salmon finder, preparing for the day when she will be her family's matriarch. But then she and her brother Deneb are separated from their pod when a devastating earthquake and tsunami render the seascape unrecognizable. Vega must use every skill she has to lead her brother back to their family. The young orcas face a shark attack, hunger, the deep ocean, and polluted waters on...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 13
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English
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When Colorado carpenter Gary Adams spots two mysterious creatures in the woods near his house, he calls on his friend, veterinarian Cammy Rivers for advice. But like Gary, Cammy has never seen an animal resembling this beautiful species. But when the Department of Homeland Security puts a call out for Gary and Cammy because of these animals, the two risk everything to protect the innocent creatures.
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"Our feline companions are much-loved but often mysterious. In The Inner Life of Cats, Thomas McNamee blends scientific reportage with engaging, illustrative anecdotes about his own beloved cat, Augusta, to explore and illuminate the secrets and enigmas of her kind"--
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Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Meet Llama, the next great picture-book megastar, who has most definitely driven a bus and who loves tacos way more than you. He also loves cake, and that's where our story begins. On Monday, Llama discovers a pile of cake, which he promptly eats. On Tuesday, Llama squeezes into his dancing pants, which he promptly rips. The force of the rip creates a black hole (naturally). By Friday, Llama will (indirectly) destroy the world.
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Pub. Date
2021.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
590L
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English
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Wolverines and honey badgers are both known for being ferocious fighters. But what would happen if these beasts faced off? This high-interest title explores basic facts, attack moves, and secret weapons of both animals. Features such as charts and profiles offer visual representations and allow for comparisons. A final fight scene brings all the information to an action-packed finale in this title for readers.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
510L
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English
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"In this book, early fluent readers will learn how the American alligator came back from the brink of extinction. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the animals habitat, diet, behaviors, and current status, as well as how conservation efforts helped these reptiles make a comeback'--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 530L
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English
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Sasha has one speed--fast. She loves to do lots of things, all at once, as fast as possible. Mr. Sloth has one speed--slow. He loves to do things one at a time, at a nice, easy pace. Can Mr. Sloth's mindful ways teach Sasha to slow down and enjoy life? Best-selling author Katy Hudson gently weaves a mindfulness theme into this unlikely friendship tale between an energetic girl and a sloth, encouraging children to stop, breathe, and be present in every...
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"No stranger to wildlife, Nick Jans had lived in Alaska for nearly thirty years. But when one evening at twilight a lone black wolf ambled into view not far from his doorstep, Nick would finally come to know this mystical species--up close as never before. [This book tells the] story of a wolf who returned again and again to interact with the people and dogs of Juneau, living on the edges of their community, engaging in an improbable, awe-inspiring...
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100L
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Come along on an adventure through the rain forest. Along the way, you'll meet new friends big and small, see amazing sights, and learn all about the creatures that make their home in the rain forest. Told in simple yet lively text built with sight words and using picture icons to aid reading, National Geographic Pre-readers will enchant kids just beginning their journey with books.
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Skunk and Badger volume 2
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
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"Roommates Skunk and Badger head out on a rock-finding expedition that becomes much more dangerous than they ever expected."--
17) Bats in the band
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 600L
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English
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When the weather warms up, bats take advantage of an empty theater to stage a concert.
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English
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When seeking to understand animals, context is key. Humans have a habit of viewing the animal kingdom through the prism of our own narrow existence. Zoologist and documentary filmmaker Lucy Cooke is fascinated by the myths people create about animals to fill in the gaps in our understanding, and how much they reveal about the mechanics of discovery and the people doing the discovering. In this book she has gathered together the biggest misconceptions...
20) Platypuses
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Platypuses are some of the world's weirdest mammals! They may look strange, but their duck bills and flat bodies help them thrive in the wetlands. These are just a few of the many adaptations explored in this leveled title for young readers. Alongside the text are bright photos and special features that highlight the animal's range, physical adaptations, and diet. Readers will come away with a new understanding of fascinating platypuses!
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