Ruth Owen
61) Eggs!
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The incredible egg is an excellent source of protein. Readers will learn all about chickens and the edible eggs they produce through the story of daily life on a poultry farm. Easy-to-follow text gives children a better understanding of where their food comes from.
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IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Enter the dark and dangerous world of the medieval knight. Find out how these skilled warriors fought in bloody battles, riding on fierce warhorses trained to kick and bite their masters' enemies. See the weaponry and armor used by knights, learn how knights began their training at just 8 years old, and explore the everyday lives of these historic warriors who fought in return for castles and treasure. And for fun!
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Zoo veterinarians are responsible for looking after the many different kinds of animals living in zoos. To work with dangerous animals, they may need to use tranquilizer darts. Find out more in Zoo Veterinarians, one of the titles in the Thrilling Science and Technology Jobs series.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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The distinction between planets and dwarf planets is explored in this fascinating volume. It discusses the most recent scientific discoveries along with the mysteries and questions they raise. Amazing illustrations make this book beautiful as well as informative.
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In a world of technology and pollution, gardening is a therapeutic and green hobby that anyone can enjoy. This accessible guide helps readers blossom into masterful gardeners with ease! Engaging projects and gardening crafts will entice even reluctant readers to try out their green thumbs. Charmingly designed, helpful visuals and simple step-by-step instructions make projects easy and fun. Readers will love innovative and eco-friendly activities,...
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In this book, readers will dive beneath the ocean to discover how fish, marine mammals, and a whole host of animals that make this habitat their home form an ecosystem and rely on their habitat and each other for survival.
This title cleverly explores the connections between a range of ocean animals, plants, seaweeds, and other living things.
• Packed with curriculum science information
• See how ocean animals find or hunt for their food
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69) Neptune
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Because Neptune is so distant, it has been hard to study. This book introduces readers to the mysterious planet farthest from our Sun. Its composition, features, and history, as well as its hostile environment, are explained. The many beautiful illustrations will draw in reluctant readers and budding astronomers alike.
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Independence Day is a day filled with fireworks, hot dogs, and symbols of America like the bald eagle. These are just some of the fun origami projects readers can make as they follow along with this encouraging and exciting guide to Fourth of July crafts. As readers follow each step, visual examples help them see what each stage of the process should look like. Additional help is provided in an opening section of basic tips and lists of materials...
71) Kids Do Magic!
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Readers will wow their friends and family with mind-boggling magic tricks! This book holds all the tips and secrets behind amazing magic tricks from disappearing coins to floating ketchup. No special equipment is needed-only close reading of the instructions and lots of practice. The directions are clear and easily accessible for beginner magicians, while pictures of each step allow readers to visualize the process. This book is perfect for creative...
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Trees grow in a plethora of shapes and sizes, and sometimes their branches are bare while other times they have colorful leaves. Readers explore the numerous components of trees--from their leaves and bark to their rings--and more in this volume, as their outer and inner workings are broken down in concise text. Young readers are also able to strengthen their vocabulary skills with the help of a glossary of unfamiliar scientific terms. Various...
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Readers are introduced to the sneaky world of spies in this hands-on guide to espionage. From secret codes to invisible messages, they're able to create and use impressive superspy tools all on their own. Clear and focused instructions, along with safety tips, allow readers to independently tackle each project. In addition, lists of materials are provided before each activity so readers can prepare for their various missions, and vibrant photographs...
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This vibrant, colorful science book brings STEM to life and gets students thinking and working like scientists as they investigate how trees grow, stay healthy, and reproduce.
The book will get readers asking and answering questions, making observations, collecting, recording, and analyzing data, performing tests, using scientific language and equipment, and having fun with experiments and science activities.
• Discover how huge trees grow from...
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From shamrocks to leprechauns, many symbols are associated with St. Patrick's Day. With the help of this guide, readers learn how to fold their own St. Patrick's Day origami depicting some of these festive symbols. Each project features step-by-step instructions and colorful images to help support readers of many levels. By the end of a project, readers can feel accomplished and proud of their artwork, which can be held on to as a keepsake, given...
76) The Sun
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
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The Sun is indispensable to our survival on Earth. It is also the hub of the solar system. Readers will explore the closest star to Earth and learn about its layers, its nuclear reactions, and its likely life cycle. Phenomena such as solar flares are depicted in spectacular illustrations.
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If you love spiders, or if you are terrified of spiders, or if you just want to be mind-boggled by some incredible arachnid facts, this book is for you!
These little eight-legged creatures are often the stuff of people's nightmares, but spiders are amazing animals that are essential for our world. In this book, spiders set out to convince their human doubters that they really aren't out to scare or harm people. In fact, they are far too busy weaving...
78) Asteroid Hunters
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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A powerful telescope has discovered a giant object speeding through our solar system. Is it an asteroid? Will its orbit bring it close to Earth? Is there a chance it could one day collide with our planet? It's time for a team of asteroid hunters to go into action and track the object as it hurtles through space! Get to Work with Science and Technology is a fascinating new series that introduces readers to the real-life applications of STEM subjects....
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Readers discover a variety of red, white, and blue treats they can make for themselves in this guide to Fourth of July baking. Fun and festive recipes are broken down using clear steps that are depicted using full-color photographs to help visual learners. Beginning bakers are encouraged to explore their creativity in a safe and supportive way, with the help of safety tips, measuring guides, and lists of ingredients needed before starting each recipe....
80) Monster Fish
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Could a river in Thailand really be home to giant stingrays powerful enough to pull boats through the water? Do man-eating catfish truly lurk in murky waters waiting for a chance to swallow an unsuspecting swimmer or angler? In this book, look deep beneath the surface of rivers, lakes, and oceans worldwide and discover some truly bizarre, dangerous, and enormous fish. If you think sharks are the scariest members of the fish family, you've obviously...