Dana Fleming
121) Monster Trucks
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Crunch! Monster trucks can crush cars with ease! This title for beginning readers introduces basic facts about these mighty machines through simple, predictable text and colorful photos. Features point out monster truck parts and tricks to support the text. This low-level title is sure to boost young students as they begin to read independently!
122) Kittens
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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After birth, it takes a kitten between seven and ten days to open its eyes. Soon after this, kittens develop quickly into very playful animals. Eager readers will see what kittens eat and how they play.
123) Bark Scorpions
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Bark scorpions are the only scorpions in the Sonoran Desert that can climb! These critters use their ability to hide in cool, dark places while they wait to ambush their prey! Find out more about how bark scorpions survive the scorching Sonoran in this informative title!
124) Velociraptor
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
The velociraptor was a fierce predator. Though it stood less than 2 feet tall, it was capable of taking down much larger prey. But how did it hunt? What did it eat? This fascinating text introduces readers to the world of the velociraptor, focusing on what the dinosaur ate, how it protected itself, and how it went extinct. Special features, such as maps, a pronunciation guide, a diet graphic, and a two-page profile, give readers even more information...
125) Butterfly or Moth?
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Can you tell if that is a butterfly or a moth fluttering by? Physical traits like antennae and colors give clues, as well as certain behaviors. Leveled text and bright photos walk beginning readers through the differences of these big-winged insects. Side-by-side features let students compare the two on their own and aid in comprehension.
126) African Elephants
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
African elephants can weigh as much as 16,000 pounds! If their size isn't enough to make them stand out, they also have huge ears, long trunks, and ivory tusks. This title will engage beginning readers as it explains how Earth's largest land mammals use their trunks to keep themselves cool.
127) Dogs
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Dogs are commonly called man's best friend! In this title, beginning readers can learn all about the care and needs of these favorite pets. Features highlight dog breeds and favorite toys to support the text. Literacy-focused text and colorful photos make this a friendly introduction for students just starting to read independently.
128) Collared Lizards
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Spend a day hiking in the Sonoran Desert, and you may spot an unusual sight: a lizard sprinting on two legs! Collared lizards reach speeds of up to 16 miles per hour while racing on their hind legs to catch prey or escape predators. Eye-catching photos, fascinating facts, and explanations of adaptations will keep young readers glued to the pages of Collared Lizards!
129) Praying Mantises
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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These unique insects get their name from the position in which they hold their front legs together. These legs are also "preying" as they shoot out and grab insects for the mantis to eat. Students will learn about the other physical characteristics of praying mantises and how they use each body part.
130) Bighorn Sheep
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
From padded split hooves made to scale rocky terrain to reflective fur, bighorn sheep have what it takes to survive in the desert! These tough animals survive even the driest of desert days through their physiological and behavioral adaptations. Early readers will find easy-to-follow text, striking photos, and several special features in this title on bighorn sheep!
131) Collared Lemmings
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Burrowing deep under the snow, collared lemmings use their shovel-like claws to create a secret world of tunnels hidden from predators. These small rodents put on their white winter coat each fall to blend in with their snowy home. Early readers will love digging through the pages of this fun, fact-filled read about the adaptations of collared lemmings.
132) Turtle or Tortoise?
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
All tortoises are turtles, but what sets tortoises apart from their fellow family members? Side-by side-comparisons and clear photos take young learners through various physical and behavioral differences between turtles and tortoises in this low-level title. Discover what makes each reptile unique!
133) Airplanes
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Airplanes travel all around the world! In this title, beginning readers can learn about the parts of these mighty machines as well as the jobs they do through simple, predictable text and bright photos. Features such as a labeled diagram of airplane parts support and reinforce the text. This low-level title will help students just beginning to read independently to take flight!
134) Sea Horses
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Did you know that there is a fish with the head of a horse? This book introduces children to sea horses-how they look, use a snout to eat, hide on the ocean floor, and have babies.
135) Chickens
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
In Chickens, emergent readers will learn about the behaviors of chickens that live on a farm. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the differences between male and female chickens.
A labeled diagram helps readers identify body parts of a chicken, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about chickens online using our safe search engine that provides relevant,...
136) Fish
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Fish can be showy pets. But some take a lot of work! This title introduces beginning readers to pet fish through low-level text and bright photos. A fish tank diagram and labeled photos of different species support the text and reinforce content for students just starting to read independently.
137) Dolphins
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
Dolphins make clicking sounds and listen for echoes to catch food. Echoes help dolphins locate fish. Learn all about dolphin communication and how dolphins prosper underwater!
138) Rabbits
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
What is that hopping through the backyard? It’s a rabbit! Beginning readers can learn basic facts about these big-eared visitors through simple, predictable text and colorful photos in this low-level title. A diagram of the animal and photo bubbles support the text to aid in comprehension for young students just starting to read on their own.
139) Goats
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 0.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
In Goats, emergent readers will learn about the behaviors of goats that live on a farm. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage beginning readers as they discover why goats have floppy ears, hard hooves, horns, and other physical attributes.
A labeled diagram helps readers identify body parts of a goat, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about goats online using our safe search engine...
140) Frog or Toad?
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Hop, hop! Is that a frog or a toad jumping down on the ground? Many people have trouble telling these lookalikes apart! In this title, simple text and bright photos introduce the physical and behavioral differences between frogs and toads. A side-by-side comparison feature summarizes and reinforces the content. Young readers will be amphibian experts in no time!