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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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From the British and our Constitution that replaced their rule, to Yellowstone Park and Zane Grey's stories of the west, "A is for America" is a sweeping tribute to all we know and love about our country. With delightful poems that beg to be read aloud, and expository text to broaden a student's horizons, this American alphabet will make you fall in love with the United States over and over again. Bright, beautifully detailed illustrations from
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Located in the Gulf of St. Lawrence on the east coast of Canda, Prince Edward Island measures only 5,660 square kilometers. But what this island province lacks in size, it more than makes up for in abundant natural beauty, as well the scope of its influence on Candian history. Combining poetry with informational text, P.E.I. Poet Laureate Hugh MacDonald pays homage to the province's natural splendors and proud history. Readers young and old can visit...
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Publisher
Sleeping Bear Press
Pub. Date
[2005]
Physical Desc
1 online resource : color illustrations
Language
English
Description
The letters of the alphabet are represented by words, set in short rhymes, relating to the state of Hawaii. The landscape of Hawaii is as exotic as its history and people. Written and illustrated by native Hawaiians, U'ilani Goldsberry and Tammy Yee, A is for Aloha is a lovingly created introduction to one of the most-visited places on Earth. From the meaning of the word aloha to the plight of the state bird author U'ilani Goldsberry answers questions...
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Publisher
Sleeping Bear Press
Pub. Date
[2012]
Physical Desc
1 online resource : color illustrations
Language
English
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"Historic and nostalgic Fenway Park is introduced from A to Z with rhyming poems and informational text. Topics include green monster, Jimmy Fund, Kenmore Square, Peskys Pole, the lone red seat, and Van Ness Street."--Prepared by the Publisher"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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An alphabet of things characteristic of the state of California, which consists of a short rhyme for each letter followed by further explanation of the item associated with that letter and its place in California history.
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English
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Written by the son of a career officer, this book explores the branches of the Armed Services and speaks from the heart about the honor, privileges and sacrifices of military families everywhere. Children will discover why drill sergeants have to be so tough, what it means to be patriotic and why we need Special Forces such as the Navy SEALS, the Green Berets and the Army Rangers. H is for Honor also explains why the annual Army/Navy football game...
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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A passport and rhyming text celebrate the author's adventures discovering differences as well as similarities, from "A" for the variety of animals that populate the planet to "Z" for the time zones that mark the days around the world.
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English
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Continuing the great Discover American State By State series is P is for Potato: An Idaho Alphabet. That's right, Idaho! Sleeping Bear Press explores the lush land and rich history of a state so often overlooked. Kids of all ages will love the A to Z rhymes boasting about all the riches found within Idaho's borders - from the Appaloosa steed to the zinc mines to Mount Borah, to, you knew we couldn't forget it, the potato. Every page expands on the...
Author
Publisher
Sleeping Bear Press
Pub. Date
[2003]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
1 online resource : color illustrations
Language
English
Description
From B is for Brooklyn Bridge to K is for Kodak and onward to T is for Fort Ticonderoga, E is for Empire is an alphabet book that introduces children and adults to New York State's history, culture, and landscape in a unique two-tiered approach. A quick rhyme offers children facts about New York from A to Z. Alongside each rhyme, older readers gain a deeper understanding of the topic by reading the longer expository text. 'We travelled New York from...
Author
Series
Publisher
Sleeping Bear Press
Pub. Date
[2009]
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
1 online resource
Language
English
Description
Why do onions make us cry? What popular nut really isn't a nut at all? And what makes a forest a rainforest? The answers to these questions and many other fascinating facts can be found in V is for Venus Flytrap: A Plant Alphabet. Mankind's dependence upon the plant kingdom goes far beyond the food on our table and the air that we breathe. Plants have also provided shelter and led to important advances in medicine and science. Using the alphabet,...
Author
Publisher
Sleeping Bear Press
Pub. Date
[2005]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
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"An A-Z pictorial for children all about our nation's capital including, famous people, geography, history, and symbols. Topics are introduced with poems accompanied by expository text to provide detailed information"--Provided by publisher.
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English
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South Dakota is home to an endless supply of American history and Americana. Did you know the world's largest drug store calls Wall, SD home? Or how about the triceratops was one of the state's earliest settlers? What about the prairie the Ingalls family called home? De Smet. Also in South Dakota! The answers to all of these and many more are is the latest Sleeping Bear Press A to Z state exploration - M is for Mount Rushmore: A South Dakota Alphabet....
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