Cecilia Minden
1) Nurses
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Nursing is a demanding job and requires skill, patience, and a gentle touch. Kids learn about the professionals who take care of them when they're ill and help them maintain their overall health. Exciting pictures and informative text provide readers with a new appreciation for the nurses who care for our communities. Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research,...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"When your car breaks down, it can be a big problem! But don't worry--a mechanic can have you back on the road in no time. Filled with colorful pictures, this book takes young readers behind the scenes at an auto garage and teaches them about the skilled professionals who help keep our vehicles running. Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index,...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Pets are an important part of the family. So when they get sick or hurt, we rely on the skill and compassion of veterinarians. This book features colorful pictures and easy-to-read text that allow young readers a glimpse at the demanding--but rewarding--world of animal doctors. Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, a Think-About-It section,...
4) Electricians
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Electricity is a crucial part of our day-to-day life, but working with it can be a dangerous job. So who keeps the power flowing? Filled with interesting text and colorful pictures, this title allows children to meet the professionals who help control the comforts and necessities provided by electricity. Additional features included a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index,...
5) Dentists
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Early on, kids are taught the importance of taking care of their teeth. Dentists play a pivotal role in helping children maintain good hygiene, as well as protecting their pearly whites for years to come. Engaging pictures and easy-to-read text introduce children to the world of dentistry and help them see their own dentists in a new light! Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary,...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Thank-you, and come again! Restaurant owners have some big responsibilities--it's hard to keep customers happy and to make sure that each employee is treated fairly. Exciting photographs and informative text take kids behind the scenes of restaurant management and introduce them to the hard work involved in running a business. Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary, sources for further...
7) Firefighters
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Lights flash, sirens sound, and a fire truck speeds down the street toward a burning building. This may sound thrilling, but fighting fires ultimately requires an extreme amount of dedication and courage. This book gives young readers a glimpse of the risks firefighters face, as well as the heroism that helps save lives. Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary, sources for further...
8) Pilots
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Prepare for takeoff! Being a pilot means having to stay calm under pressure and make critical decisions thousands of feet above the ground. Filled with engaging text and colorful pictures, this title takes children behind the scenes of air travel to learn about the people in control. Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, a Think-About-It section,...
9) Teachers
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"During the school year, we often spend more time with our teachers than anyone else. But how much do we really know about the men and women behind report cards and recess? This title uses exciting photos and informative text to provide a comprehensive overview of the special people who help them learn. Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index,...
10) Coaches
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Coaching a sports team requires talent, dedication, and the ability to keep players motivated in good times and in bad. Victory is sweet, but there's a lot of work behind taking a team to the top. Find out more about coaching in this fun-to-read book! Additional features include a table of contents, informational captions and sidebars, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, a Think-About-It section, and an introduction to the...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Do you know how to balance your wants and needs? This book introduces readers to setting a personal budget. Real world examples help readers learn the importance of math skills for money management. Callouts prompt inquiry, further thinking, and close examination of photographs. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words.
12) Giving back
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Have you ever wondered which charities you should support or how much you can afford to give? This book introduces readers to the idea of giving back to the community. Real world examples help readers learn the importance of math skills for money management. Callouts prompt inquiry, further thinking, and close examination of photographs. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information...
13) Smart shopping
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Straightforward advice on how to be a responsible shopper.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Do you know how to use a savings account to your advantage? This book introduces readers to putting aside money for later. Real world examples help readers learn the importance of math skills for money management. Callouts prompt inquiry, further thinking, and close examination of photographs. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words.
19) Letter carriers
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Readers get a peek at this important profession and learn how the men and women who deliver the mail keep our community connected.