Kristen Rajczak Nelson
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The detailed craft of creating a unique costume, props, and makeup to bring both beloved and reviled characters to life has become a serious art form in the past decade. Today, cosplay is one of the hottest hobbies around, with huge international conventions and competitions making headlines around the world. In this volume, filled with insider info, helpful tips, spectacular color photographs, and dynamic graphics, readers learn not only how to enter...
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IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Serena Williams is considered one of the best female athletes of all time. At age seventeen, she became the first African American woman to win a Grand Slam tournament in forty-one years. Readers will discover that in addition to her prowess on the tennis courts, Williams has also made her mark on the world through charity work with her organization, the Serena Williams Fund, and UNICEF. A Words to Know section prepares readers for any unfamiliar...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
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How does Santa make it around the world delivering presents in one night? Where did that notion even come from? The stories about Santa Claus are many and spark the imaginations of old and young alike. Starting with the tale of St. Nicholas and tracing some of the most interesting stories about the modern Santa Claus, this book for beginning readers is a must-have for anyone celebrating the Christmas season. Full-color photographs and historical images...
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Stories wouldn't make much sense without transition words. One kind of transition indicator--sequential words--helps a writer order events, digress, and signal to the reader that the story will be ending soon. Readers will learn all about these important kinds of transitions, including when and how to use them. Sequential words will be introduced through relatable examples, complemented by helpful fact boxes and colorful photographs. The main content...
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Writing flows more smoothly when writers use transition words. In addition, they make stories more orderly and often provide more detail. Readers will learn the many kinds of transitions and how to use them in a piece of writing. Relatable examples and fun fact boxes will introduce this key concept in an understandable way while supporting the common core English language standards. Brightly colored photographs will keep readers engaged as they move...
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Many Christmas symbols are very old and date to before there even was a Christmas! Elves, however, were likely introduced to the mythology of Santa Claus in the 1820s with the famous poem, 'The Night Before Christmas.' In this book, beginning readers trace these first mentions of elves to the modern-day 'Elf on a Shelf' craze. Full-color photographs and historical illustrations complement the accessible content and bring the history of Christmas elves...
7) Woodpeckers
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In many places in the United States, the characteristic drumming woodpeckers rings out come springtime. These familiar birds often elicit curious question from kids wondering who's make all that racket. In this book, beginning readers find out more about woodpeckers, including their habitat, what they eat, and why they peck! Beautiful, full-color images bring the many kinds of woodpeckers closer to readers than they could likely get in the wild. Photographs...
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There are many types of grass, from tall bamboo, which can be used for furniture to wheat, which makes flour. The most familiar is the short, soft grass used in our lawns. Readers will explore fun facts about this common plant. They'll see detailed photographs of the beautiful diversity of grasses on Earth.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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China Anne McClain started singing and acting from a young age. A talented musician, who with her sisters formed the pop group McClain, China has also appeared in major motion pictures as well popular television shows. In 2014, she won an Image Award for her work as a young African American actress. Through simple text and colorful photos, readers will be enthralled by McClain's success story. A Words to Know section in the beginning of the text helps...
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Using the internet, we can retrieve information in mere seconds, share messages and videos just as quickly, and accomplish so much more. It has become difficult to remember a time before the internet existed! This beneficial book introduces readers to the beginnings of the internet and its evolution over time. Through interesting and at-level bite-size facts, accompanying images, and summarizing graphic organizers, readers will gain a new appreciation...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 1
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How has the U.S. Constitution stayed relevant even though the world has changed so much since it was written? Readers discover the answer as they learn fascinating facts about the document that set up the U.S. government, as we know it today. The informative main text is presented alongside helpful graphic organizers and detailed sidebars. Readers also learn about the U.S. Constitution by exploring carefully selected primary sources. They even get...
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A moonbow sounds like something out of a fairytale. But in truth, it's real and stunning natural atmospheric phenomenon! Also called a lunar rainbow, a moonbow is created by light from the moon and moisture in the air. Moonbows are quite rare. That's because for a moonbow to be created, several specific conditions must occur simultaneously. Beautiful photographs and helpful diagrams accompany the educational and engaging text in this book. Fascinating...
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Earwax is self-cleaning. The only parts of our bodies that don't have hair are the palms of our hands, the soles of our feet, and our lips. There are so many fascinating facts about our bodies and processes that occur inside it, it's hard to know everything! Readers learn some of the coolest facts about the human body through a fun and colorful layout. Diagrams, fact boxes, and full-color photographs engage readers with biology concepts presented...
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Pasta is one of the most versatile foods in any kitchen. It can be served cold or hot, with rich and creamy sauces or a light drizzle of garlic and olive oil. Pasta is great with both vegetables and meat and pairs well with fish, too! Readers will explore many ways to use pasta to make healthy, tasty meals through step-by-step recipes. Enhanced by colorful photographs, pasta's history and healthfulness are detailed in both the main content and cool...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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The human body is amazing, but with advancements in medicine and scientific technology, there are some pretty freaky stories about how people can live in the modern world. From surviving after having organs removed to the horror of insects living in our bodies, this enthralling book's main content is the perfect companion for a future biologist, doctor, or any curious reader who loves to get grossed out. Including true stories, up-close photographs,...
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Igneous rocks are often portrayed as the result of one of Earth's most exciting events-a volcanic eruption. While some may form that way, igneous rock on Earth can form much more quietly, and even underground. This volume presents readers with all the ways igneous rock can form, as well as the names and full-color photographs of some of the most common types. Written to be a simple but thorough review of the topic, the main content is suited to readers...
17) Types of Maps
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Knowing how to read common types of maps is a worthwhile skill. While computers have made paper maps seem outdated, many people still check out weather maps, road maps, and even simple political maps online. Through examples and full-color images, readers are introduced to physical maps, climate maps, and more. The main content includes basic map concepts, such as using map keys, scale, and latitude and longitude. From population to precipitation,...
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Much of the detail in Santa Claus lore was added to his long history of stories in the 19th century. His storied home became the North Pole around this time. Today, the North Pole is symbolic of Santa, and sending letters there may be an essential part of the Christmas season. Beginning readers will be in awe of how this story came to be and can read more about real-life 'North Poles,' such as Santa's Village in Finland. Colorful historical illustrations...
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Accelerated Reader
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This biography will introduce readers to the causes behind this actor's talent and fame. In addition to being an award-winning actor, Leonardo DiCaprio has been involved in several endeavors to better our planet. DiCaprio participated in an environmental documentary entitled "Before the Flood." His efforts to educate the masses on the consequences human life has on our planet are seen most in his position as a U.N. Messenger of Peace. The Leonardo...
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Marvel comics have a long tradition of a new person taking up the mantle of a superhero who has passed away or retired. In following with this tradition, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has introduced a new Captain America, Sam Wilson, or the superhero previously known as Falcon. Played by Anthony Mackie, the new Captain America will be an integral part of the MCU's next steps. How did Mackie go from being a supporting character to a main one? This...