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1) Ancient Rome
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.1 - AR Pts: 2
Lexile measure
1070L
Language
English
Description
"Step into the world of ancient Rome and meet its emperors, gods, soldiers, and gladiators. Who were Rome's most famous emperors? What was everyday life like for a soldier in the Roman army? How did the citizens of ancient Rome live? Did gladiators really fight to the death in the mighty Colosseum? Find out the answers to all these questions, and many more, in Eyewitness Ancient Rome. Photographs of real artefacts and detailed illustrations will help...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
1090L
Language
English
Formats
Description
A photo essay on ancient Egypt and the people who lived there, documented through the mummies, pottery, weapons, and other objects they left behind. Describes their society, religion, obsession with the afterlife, and methods of mummification.
6) Egypt
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 3
Lexile measure
940L
Language
English
Description
Egypt is home to one of humanity's oldest civilizations. Readers will uncover the nations entire history, from the early days of Ancient Egypt to the political unrest that has struck the country in recent years. They will also learn about the country's desert landscapes, varied wildlife, and the importance of the Nile River.
7) Woodsong
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 5
Lexile measure
1090L
Language
English
Description
For a rugged outdoor man and his family, life in northern Minnesota is a wild experience involving wolves, deer, and the sled dogs that make their way of life possible. Includes an account of the author's first Iditarod, a dogsled race across Alaska.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
700L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Text and photographs of Plimouth Plantation follow a pilgrim girl through a typical day as she milks the goats, cooks and serves meals, learns her letters, and adjusts to her new stepfather.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 11
Lexile measure
1040L
Language
English
Formats
Description
The acclaimed author offers reminiscences of her childhood growing up on a farm in Portland, recalling experiences at home and at school, her special friends, her relationship with her mother, and her discovery of the wonder of books.
13) Ukraine
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 9.6 - AR Pts: 3
Lexile measure
970L
Language
English
Description
"Ukraine is a country with a vibrant and at times troubling past. This book explores the origins of Ukraine, its triumphs and struggles, and examines what it's like to live there today. From its geography to its economy, its language to its festivals, this book gives a current and comprehensive overview of Ukraine."--Publisher's website.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 930L
Language
English
Description
Poems, each beginning with a consecutive letter of the alphabet, introduce topics related to the history, culture, and folklore of Ireland, which are then more fully explained in informational sidebars.
Author
Series
Chinese Cinderella volume 2
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 8
Lexile measure
960L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Just in the Chinese proverb that says, "Falling leaves return to their roots", Adeline Yen Mah returns to her roots to paint an authentic portrait of twentieth century China as well as courage and ultimate triumph over dispair.
19) Japan
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
840L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about Japan. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--
20) Iraq
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
810L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about Iraq. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--
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