Lisa Bullard
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Marco loves the food, parades, and fun of Cinco de Mayo. This year he's one of the dancers. As he listens to the mariachi music, Marco thinks of the brave Mexicans at the first Cinco de Mayo. Find out the different things people do to celebrate this holiday!
63) Blizzards
Author
Language
English
Description
Do you know what a blizzard is? Why a blizzard is dangerous? What wind chill means? Read this book to discover the answers!
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 9
Language
English
Description
Thirteen-year-old Trav has always wondered about his dead-before-he-was-born dad. But when he heads from California to his grandmother's house in rural Minnesota, hoping to learn about his past, he gets more than he bargained for.
It turns out his dad was involved in a bank robbery right before he mysteriously disappeared, and the loot from the take is still missing. Along with Kenny and Iz, the kids next door, Trav embarks on a search for the cash....
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This title explores the role of mountain gorillas in their habitats, how humans have threatened the animal's existence, and efforts being taken to protect them. Clear text, vibrant photos, and helpful infographics make this book an accessible and engaging read.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduces readers to oceans and important animals that live there. Learn how oceans benefit the rest of the world and the threats they face. Additional features include a STEM activity or craft, an infographic, Did You Know boxes, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research. Author/Illustrator biography Detailed maps Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Infographics Informative...
72) Tides
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Explains what causes tides. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and helpful infographics help readers learn all about the science behind this phenomenon as well as ways that people study or protect it.
73) Influenza
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Influenza has caused several devastating pandemics. Milder forms also appear yearly as the seasonal flu. Hundreds of thousands of people die each year from influenza. Influenza explores the history and science behind this disease, as well as how it's treated. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
When Zachary's relatives show up for the family Christmas, there aren't enough beds to hold them all. So they end up sleeping in the craziest places--like the bathtub and the porch swing--and some of them stay up all night! From Aunt Alison to Yancy the dog, the house is full--but Zachary finds the best spot of all!