Lynn Peppas
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This amazing book describes the geological makeup and history of the Great Victoria Desert in Australia. Used in modern times for mining and testing of atomic bombs, this vast, sandy area has been home to a number of indigenous peoples for thousands of years. Although there is little rain, the blooms with a variety of plants. Readers will learn about the Mamungari Conservation Park located in the Great Victoria Desert, which is known for a eucalyptus...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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This interesting title describes the festivals and holidays celebrated in the island nation of Jamaica. Traditional foods, reggae music, and festivals such as Carnival reflect the colorful culture of Jamaica. Young readers will also discover that many other cultures have influenced Jamaican traditions.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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From the Oktoberfest folk festival to Christmas markets, Germany has many unique traditions celebrated with traditional foods, rituals, and music. This exciting title follows a year of holidays and festivals that honor religious, historic, and family traditions celebrated by Germans.
9) The Alps
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Explore the geography, weather, plants, plants and animals, and environment of the the Alps.
Author
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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This fascinating book describes the geological makeup and history of the Atacama Desert in Chile. One of the driest areas of the world- some parts never receive any rain- the desert's climate can be cold, sometimes producing snow and fog. Readers will be fascinated to learn that the Atacama's soil is so similar to soil samples from Mars that NASA goes to this desert to test its exploration instruments. NASA has also set up its Earth-Mars Cave Detection...
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Español
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Mexico's culture is a unique mixture of ancient traditions passed down by the native Maya and Aztec peoples, and the religion and culture of Mexico's Spanish conquerors. This interesting book describes how the blending of native and Spanish traditions, beliefs, and rituals has resulted in many of the lively and colorful festivals celebrated today. Young readers will also learn how the Mexican people celebrate family occasions with fiestas. Teacher's...
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Español
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Egypt's culture is a fascinating mixture of ancient traditions passed down by the native peoples, as well as the traditions and cultures of countries such as England and Greece, who ruled Egypt in different periods of history. This interesting book describes how ancient traditions, beliefs, and rituals combined with modern influences into the festivals celebrated today. Young readers will also learn how the Egyptian people celebrate family occasions....
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English
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Shipwrecked in a hostile land with no provisions, Cabeza de Vaca walked across much of southern North America in search of rescue. Throughout this riveting tale of miraculous survival, de Vaca becomes one of first Europeans to witness the beauty and danger of the Texas landscape.