Christina Leaf
81) Fish
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Fish can be showy pets. But some take a lot of work! This title introduces beginning readers to pet fish through low-level text and bright photos. A fish tank diagram and labeled photos of different species support the text and reinforce content for students just starting to read independently.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
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An ancient, scaly beast slides through the water, searching for a snack. But is it an alligator or a crocodile? This low-level book uses simple text, bright photos, and helpful labels to walk readers through the physical and behavioral differences between these often mixed-up reptiles. Readers can dive in and see if they can tell which is which!
83) Whales
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
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Whales are huge ocean mammals! Beginning readers can learn about these awe-inspiring animals through literacy-focused text and crisp photos in this low-level title. Special features introduce different types of whales, while a diagram highlights important body parts to reinforce the text. Young students new to independent reading will have a whale of a time with this engaging title!
84) Sea Turtles
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
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Sea turtles are long-distance swimmers! These travelers cross oceans every year. Young students can learn basic facts about these marine reptiles through easy-to-read text and vibrant photos in this fun title. Simple features highlight different species and call out body parts to reinforce concepts. This title is perfect for students beginning their journey of learning to read!
85) Orange Animals
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Orange you glad monarchs have such bright wings? They warn predators of the butterflies' terrible taste. Orangutans are orange to blend in with tree trunks. Male rufous hummingbirds show off with their vivid feathers. Early readers will learn about all kinds of orange animals in this descriptive book!
86) Stingrays
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.3 - AR Pts: 1
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What is under the sand? It is a stingray! Young students can play hide and seek with these interesting fish in this low-level title. Simple text and vibrant photos offer an engaging introduction, while features such as sight words, photo labels, and diagrams aid in comprehension. Students just starting to read independently won't get stung with this friendly title!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Get ready for a visit to the outer limits of the solar system! This low-level nonfiction title uses narrative text and playful illustrations to introduce young readers to the ice and gas giants of the solar system. Students can learn about Jupiter's Great Red Spot and Saturn's rings. Bonus facts add even more information, while questions encourage readers to think creatively about the text. This exciting space voyage will engage young students on...
88) Baby Giraffes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.1 - AR Pts: 1
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Newborn giraffe calves stand over 6 feet tall! This beginning title introduces these gangly babies through short, clear sentences and delightful photos. Simple features show different life stages and highlight calves' favorite activities. Students just starting to read independently can check out life with the herd in this adorable book about giraffe calves!
89) Rabbits
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Hop on over and get ready to learn about pet rabbits! This title for beginning readers introduces the basic needs of these fluffy pets including food and housing. Low-level text and bright photos offer support to readers just starting out, while simple features highlight different breeds and show off favorite toys. Find out more about these loving pets in this fun title!
90) The Sun
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Ready for a trip to the center of the solar system? This engaging title takes young readers on a journey to learn about the Sun. Narrative text provides facts about the Sun's size, distance from Earth, and other relevant information, while vibrant illustrations support the text. Questions at the beginning and end of the book reiterate educational concepts and encourage readers to think more deeply about the text. This low-level title will help young...
91) Green Animals
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Leaf insects blend in to hide from predators. Emerald green boas stealthily await prey in the trees. Male quetzals impress females with their vibrant feathers! In this title, beginning readers get a fascinating introduction to green animal adaptations.
92) Baby Foxes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
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From wrestling with brothers and sisters to following mom on the hunt, fox pups are busy babies! Young readers can learn about the lives of these playful pups, from what they eat to how they learn through easy-to-read text and adorable photos. Simple features such as diagrams and photo labels reinforce the text. Students just starting to read independently will find friends with the furry fox pups in this fun title!
93) Blue Animals
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
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Why so blue? Some critters, like male agamas, show off bright blue colors to attract partners. Blue morpho butterflies warn predators with flashy wings. Blue dragons camouflage with the ocean below. Students get the inside scoop on blue animals in this engaging book!
94) Baby Seals
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Did you know that some baby seals gain five pounds a day? These fuzzy pups must store up fat to keep them warm in the cold ocean. Cozy up to these cuddly creatures to learn more in this low-level title for beginning readers.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Would you like to visit Mars? What about Venus? This nonfiction title teaches kids about the rocky inner planets of the solar system. Narrative text takes readers from planet to planet, while colorful illustrations show off each planet's features. Fun facts offer bonus information, while an infographic sums up important information about the planets. Questions engage readers and ask them to think creatively, making this a journey that is both fun...
96) Butterflies
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Butterflies always use a straw when sipping nectar. This is because their mouths are crafted like suction tubes. In this insect profile, young readers are invited to travel from page to page like butterflies travel from flower to flower. They will drink up juicy information about butterfly basics.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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Cross-country skiers glide on trails and enjoy the beauty of winter! In this title, emergent readers will be introduced to this popular winter sport. Alongside leveled text, readers will encounter vivid photos and a variety of special features that call out a popular cross-country skiing spot, ways to cross-country ski, and the cross-country skiing gear needed to stay safe and have fun!
98) Tokyo
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Take a trip to Tokyo with this fun title! Starting from its humble beginnings as a small fishing village named Edo, readers will visit important periods in Tokyo's history to learn how it became the city it is today. Vibrant illustrations accompany the narrative nonfiction text, while a timeline summarizes important dates. A Mission Goals feature prepares readers, while questions prompt them to think beyond the text. Beginning readers will love seeing...
99) Doctor's Office
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It's time for a checkup. Let's find out how much we have grown! This title introduces beginning readers to a visit to the doctor's office. Leveled text helps readers build skills and confidence. Colorful photos match the text for visual reinforcement. A list of sight words used throughout the book provides familiarity, while a picture glossary defines new words. A fact page puts main points from the text in one place.
100) Anglerfish
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Did you know that some fish use their own kind of fishing rod? The female anglerfish dangles a worm-like spine in front of its face to lure prey before capturing them with her jagged teeth. The anglerfish's "worm" can even glow! Young readers will learn about this fish's bait-and-switch tactics in this enlightening title.