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In some parts of the world, students go to school all year. Is this a good idea? Readers ask themselves this question as they explore different arguments for and against year-round schooling. As they discover these different points of view, they learn the importance of respecting other opinions. The informative main text is supplemented by fact boxes, which readers can use to develop their own informed opinion on this topic. Full-color photographs...
4) Snowboarding
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Since 1965, when a Michigan dad invented 'Snurfing' for his young daughter, snowboarding has always appealed to kids. Young readers will be clamoring to hit the slopes as they explore the world of snowboarding, one of America's fastest growing sports. Kids' Guides kindle the diverse interests of elementary readers by introducing them to a wide range of subjects. Part how-to guide, part introductory overview, every Kids' Guide is filled with practical...
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In the world of soccer, America's top female players are among the best ever! Who are the next superstars? Meet them, as well as world stars, in this action-packed book! Today's reluctant readers are easily drawn to the distractions of electronic games, DVDs, and TV. But what if they had a book series designed just for them? What if all the titles featured high-interest topics, rockin' designs, and language kids understand? Our Reading Rocks! series...
6) Fly-fishing
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The sun sparkles on the clear water of a rushing stream. Insects skim across the surface. What a perfect day to grab a friend and go fly fishing! And this book is a perfect introduction. You will learn about the different kinds of fly fishing equipment, how to use that equipment safely, and what to do with the fish you catch. Explore a sport that satisfies every age group! Kids' Guides kindle the diverse interests of elementary readers by introducing...
7) Hero Girls
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Girls are making a difference every day, in many ways! In this book, read stories about real girls who used courage, strength, and smarts to help change the world Today's reluctant readers are easily drawn to the distractions of electronic games, DVDs, and TV. But what if they had a book series designed just for them? What if all the titles featured high-interest topics, rockin' designs, and language kids understand? Our Reading Rocks! series offers...
8) Tae Kwon Do
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Tae kwon do is pretty young compared to other martial arts. But that hasn't stopped it from becoming the most popular of them all. Discover why as you explore tae kwon do's history and techniques. You too will learn that tae kwon do is more than a martial art-it can become a way of life. Kids' Guides kindle the diverse interests of elementary readers by introducing them to a wide range of subjects. Part how-to guide, part introductory overview, every...
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Have you ever wanted to talk with a dolphin? Well, here is your chance! In this book, 'written' by a dolphin, you'll learn what it's really like to live in the sea! Today's reluctant readers are easily drawn to the distractions of electronic games, DVDs, and TV. But what if they had a book series designed just for them? What if all the titles featured high-interest topics, rockin' designs, and language kids understand? Our Reading Rocks! series offers...
10) Famous Ghosts
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Do spirits haunt the world? Do ghosts come back to bother the living? Read these spooky stories about famous ghosts...and decide for yourself! Additional features include informative captions and sidebars, a Think-About-It section, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, a table of contents, an index, and an introduction to the author. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars...
11) UFO Mysteries
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Have aliens from other worlds visited Earth? Do flying saucers exist? Read some spooky and amazing UFO stories in this out-of-this-world book. Additional features include informative captions and sidebars, a Think-About-It section, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, a table of contents, an index, and an introduction to the author. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars...
12) Pirate Life
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Gather 'round, me hearties! Time for tales of scallywags and pirates, of treasure and trouble. Find out the real story behind the dark deeds of pirates! Additional features include informative captions and sidebars, a Think-About-It section, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, a table of contents, an index, and an introduction to the author. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Informative...
13) Knight Life
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Clashing swords...clanking armor...the thundering hooves of a jousting match.... Step back in time and take a look at the life of a medieval knight! Additional features include informative captions and sidebars, a Think-About-It section, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, a table of contents, an index, and an introduction to the author. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Informative...
14) Deadly Dinos
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Some of history's most ferocious meat-eaters--Tyrannosaurus rex, Velociraptor, and Allosaurus--are all on the prowl for their next meals. Meet all these deadly dinos and more inside! Additional features include informative captions and sidebars, a Think-About-It section, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, a table of contents, an index, and an introduction to the author. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary...
15) Spider Life
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Spinning webs, climbing walls, gobbling up flies and insects...spiders have pretty cool lives! Learn more fascinating stuff about these crawly critters inside! Additional features include informative captions and sidebars, a Think-About-It section, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, a table of contents, an index, and an introduction to the author. Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index...
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How we dress today looks a lot different than it did in the past. From clothing as a status symbol to the invention of denim and rise of blue jeans, the history of fashion includes some unusual, amazing, and fascinating facts. Learn more about how people throughout history have used fashion to survive and thrive in everyday life.
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The homes we live in today look a lot different than they did in the past. From caves to castles to the invention of indoor bathrooms, the history of homes is surprising, unusual, and amazing. Learn more about how people used these innovations to survive and thrive in everyday life.
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Have you ever wondered what life was like for individuals and families in the Industrial Revolution? Learn about what their days consisted of, what they ate and wore, and more! Primary sources with accompanying questions, multiple prompts, A Day in the Life section, index, and glossary also included. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
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Have you ever wondered what life was like for miners and their families during the California Gold Rush? Learn about what their days consisted of, what they ate and wore, and more! Primary sources with accompanying questions, multiple prompts, A Day in the Life section, index, and glossary also included. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
20) Blob
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It's hard enough for Eve to adjust to a new high school without the extra weight she's gained over the summer. Her best friend is ashamed to hang out with her, and she's become the focus of a schoolmate's cruelty. Determined not to be "that pathetic fat girl" at school, Eve struggles with a diet and forces herself to join a mentoring program. The diet only makes her food obsessed, and she feels she is failing as a mentor. How can a lonely fat girl...
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