Rosie Banks
1) Cloud Island
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Secret kingdom volume 3
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Ellie, Summer, and Jasmine are thrilled to be visiting Cloud Island, a fluffy wonderland high in the sky over the Secret Kingdom. But wicked Queen Malice has hidden a nasty thunderbolt among the cloud bunnies and cotton candy fields. If the girls can't find it, Cloud Island will be torn apart for good!
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"Perhaps the best way to develop a love for language is to read it and hear it in the form of poetry. Rhythm, meter, alliteration, and more literary devices can hone readers' ears to appreciate this beloved genre and open their minds to reading and writing poems themselves. In fact, poetry is an aid to language development and an outlet for creativity and self-expression. At-level examples of poetry and simple explanations are presented through comprehensible...
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"The concept of direction is an important one for young learners to grasp. This accessible and inviting book encourages emerging readers to add the terms "over" and "under" to their growing set of vocabulary words. Each sentence is carefully written to be achievable for the reader and help them hone their reading fluency. Photographs were chosen to complement the text and aid readers in decoding vocabulary. They'll be motivated to recognize and use...
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"Few vocabulary concepts are trickier to young learners than "left" and "right." They often struggle with their meanings, making vocabulary acquisition that much more of a struggle. This cheerful and encouraging book provides many memorable examples to aid early readers in learning what these opposites mean and when to use them. Well-chosen photographs complement the achievable text, aiding readers in decoding each term and making strides in reading...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Who are the people of Cuba? Readers will investigate this question through this engaging book about the cultural traditions, holidays, music, literature, dance, and food of the island nation, the largest in the Caribbean. Including an analysis of how the country's history has shaped the cultural identity of its people, this comprehensive text sheds light on the people's unique challenges and achievements. Each spread features stunning photographs...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Located on the island of Hispaniola in the Caribbean Sea, the Dominican Republic is a unique place with a rich cultural heritage. In this accessible and lively book, readers learn that the Dominican Republic has the oldest European settlement in the Western Hemisphere, is the second largest island in the Caribbean, and has experienced many significant events that have shaped the culture of its people. Stunning, full-color photographs accompany the...
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"Grasping concepts of direction is an important step in early education as is vocabulary acquisition. This colorful book encourages emerging readers to add to their burgeoning bank of vocabulary words with the words forward and backward. Carefully crafted sentences are paired with images that help learners decode the words and practice their reading fluency. They'll identify the meaning of the words in the movements depicted in the bright photographs...
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"Grasping concepts of direction is an important step in early education as is vocabulary acquisition. This vibrant volume encourages emerging readers to add to their burgeoning bank of vocabulary words with the terms "in" and "out." Carefully crafted sentences are paired with images that help learners decode the words and practice their reading fluency. They'll identify the meaning of the words in the movements depicted in the bright photographs and...
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"Understanding maps are an early elementary skill that captures the imaginations of young learners and encourages them to use their knowledge in their community. One of the primary map skills is one that learners can practice in their daily lives: the application of the concepts of the cardinal directions of north, south, east, and west. This brightly designed book is a perfect way to introduce these essential terms to budding readers. Accessible...
12) Inside evolution
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"This book explores the history and facts behind the theory of evolution as it applies to genetics"--Provided by publisher.
13) Budgets
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A budget may seem like something only parents and politicians need to worry about, but as readers will come to understand, anyone interested in saving up to buy something special needs to understand this concept. Budding financiers of all reading levels will learn about budgets big and small as well as some of the language of economics, such as income and expenses. They'll also discover how some simple math can help people plan and stick to a budget....
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People aren't the only organisms that need to clean up! Grooming is an animal adaptation that helps species survive. In this engaging book, readers will learn about kinds of animals that groom each other and why. They'll learn how lions are the only big cats that live together and how grooming helps them bond. They'll also learn similar information about birds, primates, horses, and other creatures. Beautiful photographs of these animals grooming...
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Some animals like to live alone. Many big cats, such as tigers, will even fight others to keep their territories to themselves. But even solo animals will find a mate at times. This thought-provoking volume provides the answers that animal lovers are seeking about how creatures find mates and why. The most interesting animal information is presented through clear, at-level text that emerging readers will find motivating and achievable. The elementary...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Mexico is a nation of magnificent cultures. Readers of this beautifully designed volume will explore the converging heritages that have shaped Mexico, including those of ancient civilizations and the French and Spanish. Need-to-know information about the past and present, such as how the country's capital was built by the ancient Aztecs on a lake and the many contributions Mexican peoples have made to art and literature, are accompanied by stunning...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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The cassowary is a large, flightless bird. It's cute, though a bit clumsy-looking. Like other birds that can't fly to escape danger, cassowaries have defensive mechanisms that help them survive in the wild, including long, sharp claws. Their terrible kick can slice open their enemies. This high-interest book reveals much more fascinating information about this interesting bird and its life in its native habitat. Wildlife enthusiasts will love the...
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The sight words "up" and "down" are important concepts for young learners to recognize on the page and in their daily lives. This vibrant volume guides them in understanding what each vocabulary word means with accessible and age-appropriate text and carefully chosen images that aid in reading comprehension. After decoding the sight words, learners can practice reading to gain speed and accuracy, honing their fluency. Topics are chosen to be both...
19) Nasty Swans
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Swans are gorgeous, graceful, and seriously not to be trusted. These birds can be surprisingly aggressive, especially when defending their nests. They've even been known to attack people. Young ornithologists will be motivated to learn more about the curious behaviors of swans in this approachable text with colorful photographs of swans in action. A graphic organizer and fact boxes support the main concepts and emphasize the need to respect and protect...
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Nature lovers often come across holes in the ground dug by animals. They can't help but wonder what kind of creature dug the burrow and why. This inviting book offers a variety of reasons why burrowing animals take part in this interesting behavior. They dig to make homes, hide food, find food, hide from predators, and even maintain body temperature. Readers will appreciate the accessible, at-level text and enjoy the supporting images of animals in...