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1) Aye-Aye
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
It has big ears like a bat, a bushy tail like a fox, and a thin middle finger. What is this crazy looking creature scurrying along the treetops in Madagascar? It's an aye-aye! Learn all about this awesome animal.
2) Platypus
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
A furry platypus grabs a snack in its bill. It glides through water with its webbed feet and flat tail. It may waddle slowly on land, but the platypus swims smoothly through water. Learn all about this awesome animal.
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color photographs ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
From donuts to applesauce, the recipes in this book are delicious ways to celebrate the eight nights of Hanukkah! Readers are introduced to the traditional Hanukkah favorites, as well as some exciting new ideas, as they begin making treats for their celebrations. Fun, easy-to-follow instructions guide readers through each recipe while fact boxes give cultural context along the way. Full-color photographs accompany each recipe to show ingredients and...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color photographs ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Easter is a day already known for treats—that's what most kids find in their Easter basket! What better way to prepare for a yummy morning than by making the recipes in this festive book for young readers and chefs! Step-by-step instructions guide readers to making themed snacks and treats like carrot cake and deviled eggs that are perfect for Easter celebrations. Full-color photographs show ingredients, materials, and the finished product readers...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color photographs ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
How did February 14 become Valentine's Day, a day people around the country celebrate love? And how did that day become a day filled with chocolate and sweets? Readers learn about the long history of Valentine's Day while they go beyond heart-shaped candies and make treats like rocky road chocolates, frozen strawberry yogurt desserts, and more. Full-color photographs accompany easy-to-follow instructions that assist readers in each recipe. Introductory...
6) Albatross
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Publishing
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
The giant wings of an albatross stretch out wide as it flies. Whoosh! The huge seabird glides gracefully over the ocean for days on end. Everything from its bones to its bill is perfect for life above the waves. Learn all about this awesome animal.
Author
Publisher
Bearport Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color photographs ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
A porcupine warns an enemy that gets too close by raising the quills on its back and clicking its teeth. If this doesn't work, the porcupine swings its spiky tail through the air. Sharp quills stab deep into an attacker's skin. Ouch! Fun text and eye-catching photos introduce this animal in all its gory glory.
Author
Publisher
Millbrook Press, a division of Lerner Publishing Group, Inc
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
40 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
How could such a cute, exotic animal remain unknown to scientists for so long? Olinguitos live in cool, humid cloud forests in the mountains. For many years, scientists mistook their pelts and skeletons for olingos, a related mammal. But in the early 2000s, Kristofer Helgen noticed something different about some olingos. He suspects they might be a separate mammal species--a rare discovery. If they were, did they still exist in the wild? And where...
Author
Series
Publisher
Searchlight Books, Lerner Publications Company, an imprint of Lerner Publishing Group, Inc
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Robots are used in all branches of the military. They help service members with all sorts of jobs on land, in the air, and underwater, and help keep everyone safe. Discover the history of military robots and how robots such as the Fly Eye, Global Hawk, and robot dogs make a difference in the military.
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Have you ever wondered what happens inside a caterpillar cocoon? Or how moths and butterflies are related? Or what the difference is between a cocoon and a chrysalis? Wonder no more! Bestselling author-illustrator Rachel Ignotofsky reveals the mysterious and magical life cycle of butterflies and moths in this wildly informative and lushly illustrated book.
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2024.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introducing readers to one of the most celebrated musical artists of the 21st century, this inspiring biography of the singer, songwriter and guitarist shows how, when record executives thought there was no place in country music for her songs, she was fearless and proved them wrong.
12) Intro to Chinese
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"This title opens the door to the Chinese language. It includes numbers 1 through 20, the alphabet, colors, family, animals, and places words, and common pleasantries"--OCLC.
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Susan B. Anthony may be an international icon but her campaign for women’s rights had personal roots. Working as a school teacher in New York, Anthony refused to settle for less pay than her male colleagues which ignited her lifelong devotion to women’s equality. Anthony toured the United States and Europe giving speeches and publishing articles as one of the most important advocates of women’s rights.
15) Healthy Exercise
Author
Series
Publisher
Bearport Publishing
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
There are so many ways to get moving. Going on a run helps keep our heart healthy and strong. Doing push-ups makes our muscles stronger. Exercise helps us live well. A mix of scientific information and fun examples makes it easy to learn how exercise works and the ways it can make us healthier.
16) Skunks
Author
Series
Publisher
Creative Education and Creative Paperbacks
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 cm : color photographs ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Elementary-aged readers will discover that skunks come out at night to hunt. Full color images and clear explanations highlight the habitat, diet, and lifestyle of these fascinating animals.
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Reference, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2024]
Physical Desc
192 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
The Camping and Hiking Encyclopedia allows readers to explore outdoor opportunities. Alongside information that ranges from RV camping to backcountry hikes, readers will learn about ways to prepare for a camping or hiking trip as well as ways to safely enjoy their time in nature. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index.
Author
Series
Publisher
Sequence, published by Amicus and Amicus Ink
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations and photographs ; 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
From design to grand opening, this nonfiction early chapter book shows how the One World Trade Center was engineered and built.
As the tallest skyscraper in North America, One World Trade Center attracts millions of visitors to its observation deck each year. This Freedom Tower stands for hope in the wake of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Elementary readers will learn how architects designed the tower and how engineers made it one of...
19) Christmas
Author
Publisher
Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO
Pub. Date
[2024]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
48 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Around the world, people celebrate many holidays and festivals. From religious rituals to joyous New Year celebrations, these holidays involve a variety of traditions and cultures and have rich histories. The ways holidays and festivals are celebrated around the globe have changed over time, with ancient traditions evolving into modern ones. History of Holidays and Festivals explores this fascinating history.