Jenny Fretland VanVoorst
21) Fog
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In Fog, vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text introduce young readers to the formation and characteristics of fog.
A labeled diagram helps readers identify different kinds of fog, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about fog online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Fog also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Description
In Acting, emergent readers learn about the craft of acting by following the experience of two working actors. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they explore this performing art.
A labeled diagram shows readers the parts of a stage, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about acting using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Acting...
23) Paper Airplanes
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In Paper Airplanes, early fluent readers explore the physics behind this popular make-it-yourself toy. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they explore how a paper airplane works. An infographic explores the aerodynamic differences between different folds, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about paper airplanes using our safe search engine that provides...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Description
In Animals in Winter, beginning readers will learn how animal behavior changes during the winter season. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage early readers as they discover how animals deal with the chilly weather conditions.
A labeled diagram shows places animals use for shelter during the winter, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about animals in winter online using our safe search...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Description
In Trees in Spring, beginning readers follow along as a tree responds to the season by growing leaves and flowers. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover how trees use sunlight and water to help them grow.
A labeled diagram shows the parts of a tree, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about trees in spring using our safe search engine that provides...
26) I Am Kind
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Series
Language
English
Description
Kindness is one of the top traits we look for in friends. What makes this quality so important? What happens when we aren't kind? Young readers can explore this meaning of this virtue and learn how to exhibit it themselves in this helpful title.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Metamorphic rocks form deep below Earth's surface. Over thousands of years, they make their way to the surface. Then they are collected for use as building materials, sharpened tools, and even fertilizer! Interesting text and vivid photos engage readers in this fascinating book about metamorphic rocks. Additional special features, such as a rock profile, formation diagrams, and a rock cycle chart, will help underscore the key features of these useful...
28) Igneous Rocks
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
For most of us, igneous rocks are no more than a stone's throw away. These underrated rocks make up more than half of Earth's crust! Not only that, but they have many uses in building, medicine, and other industries. This title dives deep into the properties, types, formation, and uses of igneous rocks. Special features designed to visually engage readers such as a profile, an activity, formation diagrams, and a rock cycle chart, complete this fact-filled...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Description
In Gardens in Spring, beginning readers follow a group of children as they plant a garden. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover how people can help seeds grow into plants.
A labeled diagram shows tools of gardening, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about gardens in spring using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites....
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Series
Language
English
Description
Who Lives on the Prairie? introduces emergent readers to a variety of prairie-dwelling animals while providing them with a supportive first nonfiction reading experience. Carefully crafted text uses high-frequency words, repetitive sentence patterns, and strong visual references to support emergent readers, making sure they aren't facing too many challenges at once.
Who Lives on the Prairie? includes tools for teachers as well as introductory nonfiction...
31) I Am Honest
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Series
Language
English
Description
It can be tempting to tell a white lie to avoid getting in trouble. But what would that tell others about the type of person you are? This title for early readers explores the benefits and results of being honest, and how readers can show their character in everyday life!
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Description
In Weather in Winter, beginning readers explore how winter's chilly temperatures affect people and other living things. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage early readers as they explore how a winter's snowfall gives them new ways to enjoy being outside.
A labeled diagram shows different types of winter weather, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about weather in winter using our safe...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In this book, early fluent readers will discover the STEM concepts behind tennis, while learning about motion and movements of the sport and the technology of athletes' clothing and gear. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the science behind this exciting Olympic event.
A Take a Look! infographic aids understanding, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In this book, early fluent readers will discover the STEM concepts behind track and field, while learning about motion and movements of the sports and the technology of athletes' clothing and gear. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the science behind these exciting Olympic events.
A Take a Look! infographic aids understanding, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information,...
35) Wind
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In Wind, vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text introduce young readers to the causes and characteristics of wind.
A labeled diagram helps readers identify different kinds of wind, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about wind online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Wind also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and...
36) La danza (Dance)
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
Description
In Dance, emergent readers learn about the art of dance by following the experience of two dancers. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they explore this performing art.
A labeled diagram shows readers shoes for different types of dance, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about dance using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Dance...
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Series
Language
English
Description
Takes a closer look at the ears' many parts and role in the auditory system. Explains how we hear noises and how ears help us perform every day actions from balancing to talking. Each book in this appealing series will introduce young readers to a part of the human body. With engaging text, fun facts, and helpful photos and diagrams, each book explores the appearance and function of the body part and its role in a healthy, working body. These fascinating...
38) Slides
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In Slides, early fluent readers explore the physics behind this popular piece of playground equipment. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they explore how a slide works. An infographic explores the difference between kinetic and potential energy, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about slides using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Therapy animals can improve a person's mood, motivate a child to read, and comfort the sick--sometimes even more successfully than humans. How? Simply the act of being present, friendly, "pet-able," and attentive is often all it takes. In this introduction to therapy animals, kids will learn about the special traits required of non-human caregivers and the places where these animals work--from schools to hospitals to nursing homes. The bright pictures...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In this book, early fluent readers will discover the STEM concepts behind volleyball, while learning about motion and movements of the sport and the technology of athletes' clothing and gear. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the science behind this exciting Olympic event.
A Take a Look! infographic aids understanding, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and...