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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
980L
Language
English
Description
Honeybees are a crucial part of our food chain. As they gather nectar from flowers to make sweet honey, these bees also play an important role in pollination, helping some plants produce fruit. But large numbers of honeybees are disappearing every year...and no one knows why. Is a fungus killing them? Could a poor diet be the cause? What about changes to bees' natural habitat? In this real-life science mystery, scientists and beekeepers are working...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 950L
Language
English
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Description
"What if you had animal feet? will teach kids about the amazing variety of feet in the animal kingdom and their specialty functions! From cheetahs' fast feet to mountain goats' nimble climbing hooves, to flies' sticky feet!"--from NoveList.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1120L
Language
English
Description
Presents the story of whale sharks-- the largest fish on the planet. Facing threats from commercial fishing as well as climate change, they were categorized as endangered in 2016. Despite the marine sanctuaries set aside to protect whale sharks, their population is still decreasing. These gentle giants may be accidentally caught in fishing nets, fished by poachers, or hit by a ship's propeller. But new conservation methods, which include enlisting...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1080L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"A historically large irruption of snowy owls during the winter of 2013-2014 brought them across the eastern US, and farther south than usual. Scientists used this opportunity to attach GPS tracking devices to some snowy owls to increase understanding of their winter behavior and migration."--
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
910L
Language
English
Description
Looks at the Panamanian golden frog, the national symbol of Panama, which has been vanishing due to a fungus infection, and follows a team of scientists working to save these frogs and protect frog populations worldwide.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1050L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Every year in Namibia, about two thousand zebras suddenly disappear from their grazing area along the Chobe River. Months later, the herd returns. Where do they go? And why? Thanks to satellite-tracking collars, scientists were able to solve the mystery, but several questions remain. Award-winning science author Sandra Markle reveals the process scientists used to study the zebras, and she also delves into the science of migration, exploring how...
11) Snow school
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
890L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Twin snow leopard siblings survive their first year of life in Pakistan's Hindu Kush mountains by learning critical skills from their mother, including how to hunt, where to find shelter, and to stay away from humans.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1030L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Describes the work done by scientists to identify the Pd fungi involved in the deaths of large numbers of little brown bats in the United States and their effort to control and eradicate the disease in the future.
Author
Series
Lexile measure
1010L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Eagles' feather-covered wings, sharp talons, and keen vision make them the top predators in their habitats. These excellent hunters can easily spot prey and glide through the air. Learn about the lives of two different kinds of eagles"--
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Acclaimed science author Sandra Markle offers a fascinating look at Gobi bears—the rarest bears on the planet. These adorable animals face threats ranging from illegal gold miners to climate change. Find out more about these bears, which are considered a national treasure in Mongolia, and learn what scientists are doing to help this critically endangered species.
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