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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Winston Churchill was a skilled speaker who found ways to calm people's fears. This biographical book gives details about the life of Winston Churchill and the impact he made during World War II as part of the Allied Forces who fought against Adolph Hitler and the Nazis. Featuring stunning photos and images, fascinating sidebars, supportive text, and helpful glossary, index, and table of contents, this book will have readers fascinated and engaged...
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"On November 4, 2008, Americans elected Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States. He was the first African American to hold this office. Before becoming a president, Obama worked as a community organizer, a lawyer, a university professor, and a senator. When Obama became president, there were many challenges facing America. The economy was in a crisis, and the nation was in the middle of two wars."--
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Although early America did not allow women to do many things outside of their homes, there were many women who fought for their rights and worked to make the U.S. a free country for all. Readers will learn about women's accomplishments in early America in this engaging and inspiring book. The stunning facts and vivid images highlight the lives and accomplishments of women like Pocahontas, Abigail Adams, Laura Ingalls Wilder, Sacagawea, Phillis Wheatley,...
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Hillary Rodham Clinton has gone from being a student activist, to the First Lady of the United States, to a state senator, to the Secretary of State of the United States. Her inspiring and impressive life in law and politics is detailed in this fascinating biography. Readers will learn about her role as one of the most influential First Ladies of all time, as Secretary of State, and her plan to give everyone healthcare. This book features vibrant...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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After Texas earned its freedom from Mexico through a bloody revolution, its leaders were divided over whether Texas should join the United States. Readers will be introduced to the first two presidents of Texas, Sam Houston and Mirabeau Lamar, and their differing ideas. Through captivating facts, vivid images, maps, and easy-to-read text, readers will be enthralled as they learn about Texas history, the Texas Revolution, the annexation of Texas, and...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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While the old Roman Empire of the west crumbled to ruin, the eastern empire grew strong and powerful. Under such leaders as Constantine and Justinian, the Byzantine Empire flourished. The Byzantines preserved the great works of the ancient world and made Constantinople a magnificient city. During their one-thousand-year reign, the Byzantines transformed Christianity, protected Europe from would-be invaders, and later carried the seeds of the Renaissance...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This captivating book introduces readers to Islamic history through vivid images and intriguing facts. The text works in conjunction with the fascinating photos and illustrations to teach readers about important aspects of the history of Islam, including Muhammad, the Arabian Peninsula, Mecca, the Qur'an, the Five Pillars of Worship, Sunnis, Shi'as, Muslims, and Bedouins. Students will develop their vocabulary and social studies content knowledge,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Medieval England was a time of great change and uncertainty. In this engaging book, readers will learn about various aspects of the Middle Ages in England including the feudal system, Hundred Years War, War of the Roses, and the bubonic plague. With detailed images, captivating facts and sidebars, and easy-to-read text, readers will enjoy an engaging reading experience that introduces them to such rulers as Henry II, Thomas Beckett, Eleanor of Aquitaine,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Renaissance was a time of cultural rebirth. Allow students to learn all about life and education during the Renaissance in this engaging title. Readers will explore how artists created masterpieces and explored subjects like music, architecture, Renaissance religion, and new artistic movements like naturalism. The intriguing facts and beautiful images allow readers to see examples of Renaissance art from great artists like Michelangelo and Leonardo...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Introduce students to the exciting life and legacy of Sam Houston, one of the most prominent figures in Texas history. This captivating biography focuses on Houston's life and how he became the only person to be president of a republic, a United States senator, and the governor of two different states. Through intriguing facts, easy-to-read text, appealing images, maps, and photos, readers will be engaged and enlightened as they learn about the Republic...
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Thurgood Marshall was an incredible man. He believed that "separate but equal" was not fair. He fought for people and their civil rights. He became a justice for the Supreme Court. Here he helped change unfair laws for African Americans. He is known as "Mr. Civil Rights". Colorful images, supporting text, a glossary, table of contents, and index all work together to help readers better understand the content and be fully engaged from cover to cover....
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In many ways Washington, DC is the heart of our nation. There are many important buildings and monuments. The White House, the Supreme Court, and the Lincoln Memorial are just a few of the sights to see. People like to visit our nation's capital because it is a window to our past. Colorful images, supporting text, a glossary, table of contents, and index all work together to help readers better understand the content and be fully engaged from cover...
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This high-interest nonfiction book teaches children about United States veterans and how Americans honor them. Students will learn about Veteran's Day, Armistice Day, and more as they increase their academic vocabulary and social studies content knowledge. Featuring primary source images, a table of contents, glossary, and an index, this book has all the tools to keep readers engaged and build literacy skills.
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"Abigail Adams was a remarkable woman who led a fascinating life. She was interested in politics. She was against slavery. She wanted rights for women. Abigail was a wife, a mother, and a First Lady. She and other women helped win the American Revolution." -- Back cover.
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The Exploring Florida's Geography, Culture, and Climate nonfiction e-Book provides a fascinating glimpse into life in the sunshine state. Filled with stunning images and primary source documents, this informational text introduces students to the important points of interest and unique culture of Florida. Build literacy skills and content area knowledge with this text that explores history, geography, and other social studies topics. Exploring Florida's...
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The Florida's Economy: From the Mouse to the Moon e-Book equips teachers with a gorgeous book filled with stunning primary source documents. Build literacy skills with this nonfiction reader that takes a looks at some of the businesses and organizations that have contributed to Florida's economy. Strengthen literacy skills with this informational text featuring state standards-aligned content focusing on history, economics, geography, and other social...
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English
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The Civil War: Brother Against Brother primary source reader builds literacy skills while offering engaging content across social studies subject areas. Primary source documents provide an intimate glimpse into what life was like during the 1800s. This nonfiction reader can be purposefully differentiated for various reading levels and learning styles. It contains text features to increase academic vocabulary and comprehension, from captions and bold...
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"Alexander Hamilton knew and loved them as his "dear brunettes." Others remember them simply as the Schuyler sisters. Eliza and Angelica are often footnotes in Hamilton's story. But they both deserve their own attention. Bold and smart, they were champions of charities. And they were fierce supporters of the people they loved most."--Provided by publisher.
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Español
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This Spanish book introduces students to the unique geography of the United States. Detailed images in conjunction with easy-to-read text provide readers with an inviting reading and learning experience as they build social studies knowledge. This nonfiction book for 3rd grade students includes basic informational text features including a glossary, an index, and table of contents.