Diane Bailey
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The legacy of past civilizations is still with us today. In Ancient Greece, readers discover the history and impressive accomplishments of the people of ancient Greece, including their extraordinary cultural achievements and feats of construction. Engaging text provides details on the civilization's history, development, daily life, culture, art, technology, warfare, social organization, and more. Well-chosen maps and images of artifacts bring the...
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How the Automobile Changed History examines the automobile's start as a motorized carriage, how it works, and its evolution into the world's principal method of transportation with significant cultural, industrial, and environmental influences. Features include essential facts, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and maps, charts, and diagrams. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to...
3) Heliskiing
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IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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You want intense? How about dropping from a helicopter onto a fresh field of powder, then skiing down a mountain? Heliskiers go where there are no trails, but there is a lot of danger and excitement. Find out where people go heliskiing, how they avoid deadly avalanches, and which skiing superstars are the best in the world. This title will allow students to determine the main idea of a text, recount the key details, and explain how they support the...
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From whales to chimps, from cats and dogs to sharks and coral, the animals of the world are under threat. Human influence on their habitats and on world climate, along with direct attacks by poachers, are creating crisis after crisis. This series looks at some of the most pressing problems in animal conservation and describes some of the steps that humans are taking to help. Each title in PROTECTING THE EARTH'S ANIMALS includes color photos throughout,...
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When it comes to college football, there are teams and there are Texas teams. The University of Texas in Austin boasts one of the best, most celebrated football teams in the nation. This action-packed volume takes readers (and Longhorn fans) through the history of the team and highlights some fantastic players, coaches, and game moments. Includes exciting sidebars with bonus information.
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The World Cup is an event that spans the globe. Legions of fans follow the event, whether at the stadium or the local spot. Hearts are jubilant when a favorite team triumphs again and again to reach the top. This book takes readers on a captivating journey into the great moments of World Cup history.
7) Skydiving
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You want intense? How about leaping out of an airplane? Don't worry, there are parachutes! Skydiving is more than just a fast way to the ground. Skydivers perform amazing gymnastics as they soar through the air. Find out how skydiving became a sport, learn about the gear skydiver's use, and experience the thrill of free fall. This title will allow students to ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to...
8) Atlanta
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Sometimes the coolest places are right outside your front door. Learning about Atlanta's interesting and unique culture has never been so super fun!
Did you know that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was born in Atlanta? Or that Inman Park, dating back to 1890, is Atlanta's oldest neighborhood? Did you know that Stone Mountain is actually a monadnock? From the Olympic games to the World of Coca-Cola, Super Cities!: Atlanta covers it all and is sure...
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Venus and Serena Williams are two of the most successful tennis players of all time. Their success is in part due to the encouragement and support of each other, their mother, and their father. This book explores the lives of two of the greatest athletes of all time and how they achieved their success as a family.
10) Horseback Riding
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Horse lovers already know the thrill of mounting up and seeing the sights from the back of a horse. This book helps you learn more about this sport so that you can give it a try, too! Riding a horse is a great way to explore new trails and vistas, plus its fun to create a relationship with such a huge animal! Inside, learn how to find the right horse for you, how to choose the best gear (called "tack") you need, and about all the ways you can ride!...
13) Snow Sports
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In many places, winter means snow and snow means . . . fun! From snowboarding to ice skating and more, snow sports are a great way to keep the fun going all year long. Just because its cold, doesnt mean you cant be out having a good time! Inside, read about some of the most popular winter sports you can try, plus learn the gear you need to succeed, plus tips on how to do the sports safely. Its a winter wonderland . . . of sports! Put down the screen!...
14) Bulldogs
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From bullfighters to furry friends! This title includes narrative nonfiction, informational sidebars, Fun Facts, and more for readers to learn about the history of Bulldogs and how to take care of them today!
15) Suzanne Collins
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IL: MG+ - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 2
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Suzanne Collins is the critically acclaimed author of the Hunger Games trilogy. But how did she get her start? Where does she find her inspiration? This biography of the media-shy Suzanne Collins offers a peek into the life and career of one of today's most successful authors, including where she finds inspiration, how she got her start, and much more. Her youth as a military kid through the height of her current success is also explored.
16) Biology
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Biology is the study of life itself in all its forms. Scientists in this field try to expand our knowledge of life, from tiny genes to enormous elephants and everything in between. Inside, read how black biologists from around the world created new techniques in cell biology, made discoveries in DNA science, developed groundbreaking chemotherapies, and studied elephants, spiders, and other wildlife. Great scientific achievements, innovations, and...
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What better guides to help students learn about the world than teens of the world? This unique series looks at 12 countries, one of which is the Navajo Nation inside the United States, through the eyes of both expert authors and real-life teens who live in those countries. The author provides background information on the history, culture, customs, politics, and economy of the country, while the teen describes for readers their points of view on teen...
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Thrilling, and possibly true, tales including haunted hotels and ghostly sightings are recounted in this terrifying volume. The author allows readers to imagine the possibility of the existence of ghosts while explaining how these phenomena can occur without the help of the supernatural world. The final chapter is filled with information about how ghostly tales are still relevant in pop culture and entertainment today.