David West
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Most people know what a frog looks like on the outside, but what goes on inside its body? With the help of this ingenious book, inquisitive readers will learn all about the internal features of frogs and other amphibians. Colorful diagrams show readers what the insides of animals such as newts, salamanders, and toads look like. Simple labels and captions help readers understand key functions of the different parts of the amphibians' bodies. Vibrant...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
From the wood and canvas biplanes of World War One to the latest vertical takeoff stealth fighters and pilotless drones of the world's air forces, twelve dioramic scenes reveal how combat aircraft have gradually become the sophisticated stealth machines of today.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
From the first observation and
medical helicopters of World
War Two and the Korean War
to the Air Cavalry of Vietnam
and the missile-armed attack
helicopters of today's armies, twelve dioramic scenes reveal how helicopters have introduced a new dynamic into
the way warfare is waged.
4) Cars
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Put the pedal to the metal! Readers will be racing to get their hands on this awesome inside look at cars. Detailed illustrations introduce readers to the anatomy of cars, showing their different parts and how they work, and clearly labeled diagrams show them the engineering behind vehicles. Complex concepts are explained in accessible language, ensuring readers will follow along with ease. This in-depth look at the mechanics of automobiles will give...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Readers will be amazed by ten exciting stories of miraculous survival and tragic events in the history of space exploration. Stories include: the near-fatal journey of Uri Gagarin, Neil Armstrong's first step on the moon, the breakdown of Apollo 13, the Russian Salyut 1 space station, the space shuttle Challenger disaster, fire on board the Mir space station, and the two successful flights of SpaceShipOne. Feature boxes add additional details and...
7) The Incas
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English
Description
The South American Indians known as the Incas had a vast empire that extended along the Pacific coast from today's Ecuador south to central Chile and inland across the Andes. In those regions today, people can still see evidence of their brilliant engineering. Way stations, terraced farms, and an extensive road system marked the advanced infrastructure of this civilization. This beneficial book and its vivid artwork relates much about the Inca culture...
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English
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In the course of just over half, a century, aeronautics and space travel has progressed from one man, Chuck Yeager, breaking the sound barrier in an airplane to building an International Space Station, which has hosted numerous individuals from at least eight different countries. Readers will delight in this high-interest coverage of key missions in the history of spaceflight as the text provides important factual background and recreates the experiences...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Ten exciting stories feature the hardships encountered by famous and sometimes brutal explorers in their quests to discover new lands. Stories include: Hernán Cortés and the Aztec rebellion, Francisco Pizarro's battle against the natives of Colombia, Lewis and Clark's expedition, David Livingstone's attack by lions in Africa, Marco Polo's travels in China, and Samuel de Champlain's fight against the Iroquois. Feature boxes and maps add additional...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Ten exciting stories feature famous explorers and their dangerous jungle adventures. Stories include: Gonzalo Pizarro's search for the city of El Dorado, Mary Kingsley's fall into a pit of stakes, Percy Fawcett and the lost city of Z, Henry Walter Bates' adventure in the Amazon, and Captain Barth Blake's search for Inca gold in the Amazon. Simple maps and feature boxes add additional details and help readers better understand the time period in which...
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English
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The ancient Romans are remembered as triumphant conquerors of much of Europe and Asia, but there's a lot more to know about them. This entertaining and instructive volume abounds with interesting facts about the ancient Romans that will appeal to a wide range of readers. It includes information young history lovers need to know to understand this important civilization, not only historic events but also cultural characteristics including how they...
12) Dinosaurs
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English
Description
Fossils no more, dinosaurs are brought back to life to challenge each other in epic battles. Dinosaurs from the Cretaceous period to the Jurassic period meet for the first time to test their strength in this high-interest read. Where else will dinosaur enthusiasts have a chance to see their favorite dinosaurs duke it out while learning about the adaptations that make them fierce competitors? This volume features, of course, the T-rex and many other...
13) Warships
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In twelve dioramic scenes,
discover how warships have
changed from the sail and oar
power of ancient Greek triremes and 19th century ships of the line to iron warships of the early 20th century and today's modern aircraft carriers and stealth missile destroyers.
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Language
English
Description
Learn to swing trade stocks using short term price action strategies and a holy grail technique. If you are aspiring to make money from the stock markets in just a few days and you are completely new to this field, or maybe you already have some knowledge, this book focuses and dives straight into the most important aspects of trading the stock market so that you can get up to speed quickly and save your time researching the scattered pieces of information...
16) Dinosaur Colors
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Look out! Mina's pet Deinonychuses have spilled the paint! Kids will love this simple book that uses dinosaurs to mix colors in order to create new colors.
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English
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From Egyptian mummies hidden for centuries to lost Mayan cities, when ancient discoveries are found, often by accident, they cause great excitement and provided a glimpse into history. This gorgeously illustrated compilation of some of history's most enthralling discoveries draws readers into a world of mystery, intrigue, and adventure. In lavish color and inky shadows, readers pursue a thrilling trail of investigation that leads to stunning discoveries-from...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Beetles and spiders and bees, oh my. From time to time, everyone has come across at least one of these creepy-crawly creatures, but what goes on inside their little bodies that makes them do the things they do? With the help of this clever book, readers will learn the answers to that and other questions they might have about these interesting animals. Though mostly small, the insides of these creatures' bodies are often quite complex. Simple, labeled...
19) The Aztecs
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English
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The native people known as the Aztec ruled a large empire in what is now Mexico. They created an amazing capital city called Tenochtitlán, where Mexico City is now located. This advanced civilization amazed Spanish explorers when they arrived in the 1500s, and it continues to captivate people today. This notable volume presents the most essential and intriguing facets of the ancient Aztec culture, including their games, arts, economy, myths-and even...
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English
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For centuries, people have been puzzled and fascinated by famous mysteries from UFOs and monsters swimming in the dark depths of Loch Ness to huge ape-like creatures and the Bermuda Triangle. Readers will feel the chills and thrills of danger, mystery, and the eternal unknown as they delve into each lavishly illustrated spread that is generously packed with intriguing history, theories, evidence, and educated speculation. This book allows readers...