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Lexile measure
1030L
Language
English
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"Explaining how the wind works, what windmills have contributed to the past, and why they offer environmental promise today as a source of clean, renewable energy, this revised and updated edition offers a glimpse into all the current and historical uses for wind power. Featuring new information on wind energy technology and wind farms, new photographs, and 24 wind-related activities--from keeping track of household energy use and conducting science...
4) Tornadoes
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
800L
Language
English
Description
Carefully leveled text and engaging full-color photos introduce early fluent readers to the science behind tornadoes, including where and why tornadoes happen and how to stay safe when the sky starts to swirl."
6) Blizzards
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
840L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Carefully leveled text and engaging full-color photos introduce early fluent readers to the science behind blizzards, including where and why blizzards happen and how to stay safe when the snow starts to blow.
7) Hurricanes
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
760L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Carefully leveled text and engaging full-color photos introduce early fluent readers to the science behind hurricanes, including where and why hurricanes happen and how to stay safe when the wind starts to blow. Includes activity, glossary, and index."--
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Brave the storms with Max Axiom as he adventures across the world to study the incredible power of hurricanes! Learn about how they form, how scientists study them, relief efforts, and more. With brand-new Capstone 4D videos, writing prompts and discussion questions, and a hands-on activity, Max helps young readers understand how powerful and dangerous hurricanes can be, as well as what we can do to prepare.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
790L
Language
English
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Description
Meteorologists predict storms, launch drones into hurricanes, and even study the weather on other planets. "Meteorology in the Real World" examines the history of this branch of science, what meteorologists do today, and what's next for the field. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned...
13) Wildfires
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
820L
Language
English
Description
Learn all about wildfires -- how they happen, why they're important, and when they're dangerous -- in this fascinating Level 3 reader. It's sure to ignite your interest, with color photographs, interesting facts, and more.
Author
Series
Lexile measure
780L
Language
English
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Description
"Readers will learn about the impacts of agriculture on the environment through colorful and clear graphics, such as maps, charts, and infographics. Book also includes a glossary, index, suggested books and websites, and a bibliography"--
15) Droughts
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Carefully leveled text and engaging full-color photos introduce early fluent readers to the science behind droughts, including where and why droughts happen and how to conserve water. Includes activity, glossary, and index."--
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
How do scientists predict the weather? What tools and instruments help them make forecasts? How far in advance can they make good predictions? Weather forecasting is a tricky science. Forecasters gather current weather data and study trends and historical patterns. They use their expertise to predict what kind of weather is likely coming next-with help from computers, satellites, and other machines. In this fact-packed book, discover what it really...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
900L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Overturned cars. Destroyed houses. Snapped power lines. The powerful winds of a tornado can cause a devastating amount of damage in a short time. Get an up-close look at how tornadoes form and learn about some of history's worst twisters
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