John Hamilton
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Explore the military origins of the Space Race, including the geopolitics of the Cold War, the race to build intercontinental ballistic missiles, and sophisticated reconnaissance satellites. Will include information about Germany's development of the V-1 "buzz bomb" and V-2 missiles of World War II, and the United States enlistment of Wernher von Braun, the German scientist known as the father of rocketry.
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English
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This title will include biographies of important figures of the Space Race from both the United States and the Soviet Union. These men and women will include: Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, Michael Collins, Alan Shepard, John Glenn, Yuri Gagarin, Valentina Tereshkova, and others. --
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Simple text and "out-of-this-world" photography introduce readers to NASA's Curiosity rover, and its mission to search for signs of past life on Mars. Important details include a history of rovers on Mars, planning and construction of Curiosity, its launch from Earth, landing on Mars, and the science experiments it carried out and their results. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
5) V-22 osprey
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Presents information about the V-22 Osprey, covering how it is used, its history, and its specifications.
6) Cruisers
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Kick excitement into high gear with this extreme title! Short, easy-to-read text pairs with full-color, action-packed photos to introduce young adventurers to cruisers. Readers will learn what a cruiser is and about the history of cruisers. Cruiser components are discussed, including the engine, chassis, tires, wheels, and brakes. Events such as touring and rallies are also covered. Extreme facts supplement the text, leaving future cruisers excited...
7) Colorado
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Colorado, the Centennial State! Your students will look up at the Rocky Mountains, visit the Black Canyon of the Gunnison, explore Anasazi cliff dwellings, and more as they learn about Colorado's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
8) Minnesota
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Minnesota, the North Star State! Your students will swim in one of the state's 10,000 lakes, shop at Mall of America, attend a show at the Guthrie Theater, visit the Como Zoo, and more as they learn about Minnesota's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing.
9) Iowa
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Iowa, the Hawkeye State! Your students will attend the world-famous Iowa State Fair, walk across the High Trestle Trail Bridge, participate in the Register's Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa, visit Blank Park Zoo, and more as they learn about Iowa's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo &...
10) Tennessee
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Tennessee, the Volunteer State! Students will explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park, attend a Tennessee Titans football game, visit the Grand Ole Opry, and more as they learn about Tennessee's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division...
11) Maine
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Maine, the Pine Tree State! Your students will visit Portland Head Lighthouse, hike the world-famous Appalachian Trail, camp on Mount Desert Island, attend the Great Falls Balloon Festival, sail windjammers in the Great Schooner Race, and more as they learn about Maine's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state...
12) Hydroplanes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Ready. Set. Read! Hydroplanes brings the speed and danger of racing and puts it on water! Feel the wind and the waves whip you in the face in these large, full-color photographs that explain and help visualize the history, capabilities, and technology of these exhilarating machines. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
13) Pennsylvania
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to Pennsylvania, the Keystone State! Students will explore the Appalachian Mountains, attend a Philadelphia Eagles football game, discover history at Valley Forge National Historical Park, and more as they learn about Pennsylvania's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint...
14) Bull Riding
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This title introduces readers to bull riding, rodeo's most dangerous event. Readers will learn the rules of competition, such as how long a rider must stay on the bull and safety equipment such as leather chaps and helmets are covered. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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In this title, readers will examine the pivotal commanders of the American Revolution. Engaging text introduces readers to the lives of important leaders including George Washington, King George III, Samuel Adams, Lord Frederick North, Paul Revere, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Horatio Gates, Nathanael Greene, Baron Friedrich Von Steuben, and Patrick Henry.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Abdo & Daughters is an...
16) Dirt Bikes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Kick excitement into high gear with this extreme title! Short, easy-to-read text pairs with full-color, action-packed photos to introduce young adventurers to dirt bikes. Readers will learn what a dirt bike is and about the history of dirt bikes. Dirt bike components are discussed, including the forks, engine, chassis, tires, wheels, and brakes. Competitions such as motocross and free style are covered, as is safety gear. Extreme facts supplement...
17) Sport Bikes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Kick excitement into high gear with this extreme title! Short, easy-to-read text pairs with full-color, action-packed photos to introduce young adventurers to sport bikes. Readers will learn what a sport bike is and about the three general classes of sport bikes. Sport bike components are discussed, including the engine, chassis, tires, wheels, and brakes. Events such as touring and racing are also covered. Extreme facts supplement the text, leaving...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This title explores the development and use of the versatile AH-64D Apache Longbow attach helicopter. Readers will follow the history of its origins, from the AH-56 Cheyenne to the AH-64. Chapters detail the aircraft's military and performance specifications as well as its features and advantages in the field, such as its Northrop Grumman millimeter-wave Longbow radar, its two turboshaft engines, and its powerful guns and missiles. Readers will also...
19) New Jersey
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Welcome to New Jersey, the Garden State! Students will explore the Great Falls of the Passaic River, attend a New Jersey Devils hockey game, cross the George Washington Bridge, and more as they learn about New Jersey's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
20) SWAT
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English
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Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams are called to perform the most dangerous duties in law enforcement. These extreme situations include apprehending heavily armed suspects, hostage rescue, riots, and other dangerous duties. Through clear text and dramatic full-color photography, readers will learn how SWAT operators are selected and trained, the equipment they use, and the tactics needed to perform successful operations.