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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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"Whether it's the soulful sounds of a saxophone solo or the sharp rhythm of a rock band, the principles of acoustics allow us to enjoy the music we love. This book explores the science behind how we create, listen to, and react to different patterns of sound."--Amazon.com.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
What makes the best athletes excel? The Science of Sports examines how athletes master techniques that are rooted in the laws of physics, chemistry, and psychology in order to become the best. Easy-to-read text and vivid images bring this subject to life. Features include a table of contents, fast facts, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
850L
Language
English
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Description
Explains the scientific background to the superpowers of popular cartoon and film superhero characters, including the ability to jump and fly, change the weather, heal quickly, and get strength from adrenaline.
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Language
English
Description
Charles M. Schulz (1922–2000) believed that the key to cartooning was to take out the extraneous details and leave in only what's necessary. For 50 years, from October 2, 1950, to February 13, 2000, Schulz wrote and illustrated Peanuts, the single most popular and influential comic strip in the world. In all, 17,897 strips were published, making it "arguably the longest story ever told by one human being," according to Robert Thompson, professor...
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Language
English
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Description
Embark on a colorful journey through time with "Modern Art Movements," a vivid exploration of the revolutions in art that reshaped our visual world. This captivating book guides readers through the labyrinth of artistic innovation, from the late 19th century to the contemporary era, highlighting the bold ideas and groundbreaking techniques that defined each period. Introducing "Modern Art Movements, Art History: Innovation and Expression." Immerse...
8) Thank You
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Language
English
Description
I can no other answer make, but, thanks, and thanks, and ever thanks.-William Shakespeare, Twelfth Night Everyone needs a little help from their friends from time to time, and we all know people who deserve a great big "THANKS"! This colletion of heart-warming and thought-provoking quotations is the perfet gift for those who've helped us out in any way. Big or small.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 7
Lexile measure
1030L
Language
English
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Adult - Author Birthday's List
Adult - Best Children's Novels for Adults
Kids - Fantasy
Kids - Suggestions for Second Graders
Adult - Best Children's Novels for Adults
Kids - Fantasy
Kids - Suggestions for Second Graders
Description
"Dorothy and her little dog Toto are swept away from their home in Kansas by a powerful tornado and dropped into an enchanting new land called Oz. To get home, the Witch of the North tells her she must follow the yellow brick road to the Emerald City and ask the mysterious Wizard of Oz for help. Along the way, she meets the Tin Man, the Scarecrow, and the Cowardly Lion, and together they embark on a strange and magical adventure"--
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Language
English
Description
For fans of Japanese manga and anime, a trip to Tokyo is an absolute must!
In this captivating Tokyo travel guide, manga artist and author Evangeline Neo travels to the Japanese capital with her mascots Kopi the dog and Matcha the cat in tow, bringing you to all the otaku sights this city has to offer. She shows you where to shop for manga memorabilia in Akihabara and Nakano, takes you on a tour of famous anime and manga museums like Studio Ghibli...
11) A kiss goodnight
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Language
English
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Description
Tells the story of how a poor farm boy from Marceline, Missouri named Walt Disney worked hard and found ways to share the magic of his imagination in spite of all obstacles and setbacks, until he eventually shared his vision with the world on a grand scale.
Author
Publisher
Owlkids Books
Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
880L
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
"Fads and trends: how do they start? Why do they spread? And how deep can their impact be? Although trends might seem trivial, if you dig deeper, you'll find that chasing the next big thing can have even bigger results. Established middle-grade author Kira Vermond and cartoonist Clayton Hanmer team up in this fun and accessible nonfiction look at fads. In four short chapters, the book explores what a fad is, how the latest crazes catch on, and what...
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Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
107 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Since the 1980s, the Transformers toy line has been defining the lives of children with its mighty heroes. But the Robots in Disguise have morphed into much more than just a toy line! This biography for young readers tells the incredible story of the tiny toys that became blockbuster movie stars, comic book heroes, and more. Ride along with Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Megatron as you learn the history of the Autobots, the Decepticons, and their...
Author
Publisher
Ten Speed Press, an imprint of the Crown Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House LLC, New York
Pub. Date
[2017]
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 5
Physical Desc
127 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"Illustrated profiles of fifty pioneering female athletes, from the author of the New York Times bestseller Women in Science. A charmingly illustrated and inspiring book, Women in Sports highlights the achievements and stories of fifty notable women athletes--from well-known figures like tennis player Billie Jean King and gymnast Simone Biles, to lesser-known athletes like skateboarding pioneer Patti McGee and Toni Stone, the first woman to play baseball...
18) Travel the world
Publisher
White Mountain Puzzles,Inc
Pub. Date
2015.
Physical Desc
1 puzzle (550 pieces) : cardboard, color ; 45x61 cm
Language
English
Description
A trip around the world: This colorful collage of vintage posters will take you to Cuba, India, France, Australia, Hawaii, Jamaica, Switzerland, Hong Kong, and many more exciting destinations.
Author
Publisher
Hearst Home Kids
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
224 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
Entertaining, engaging and educational, this first kids book from the History Channel takes readers on a visual tour through the past, from early civilization to the 21st century, with day-by-day accounts of historical events from around the world.
20) The 1940s
Author
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
c1999
Physical Desc
128 p. : ill., maps ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the political, economic, and cultural life of one of the pivotal decades of the twentieth century, a period of transition and crisis for the nation and for its citizens.
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