Rachel Grack
1) Toucans
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The rain forest is full of color, and toucans prove it! These vivid birds flap through the rain forest canopy, using their bills to peel tasty fruit along the way. This bright book takes young readers on a journey through the rain forest biome, where they'll learn all about how the toucan survives its wild home!
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Abraham Lincoln is famous for leading the country through the Civil War. In this title, emerging readers will learn about the life and presidency of this famous president. Historic images and leveled text introduce readers to America's 16th president, and special features highlight Lincoln's birthplace, favorite things, and much more!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Giant tortoises face many challenges. How can humans help them? In this title, leveled text and informative photos illustrate the challenges that giant tortoises face and how humans are able to help them survive. Cause and effect features show what is behind the threat to the animal and what the world would be like without them, while other features highlight the range, status, and life span of the tortoise.
4) Blue Whales
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Blue whales are the largest animals in the world. But even these gentle giants face danger from humans. In this leveled text, readers will learn about the threats facing blue whales as well as some of the ways that people are trying to save them from extinction. Visual features highlight the factors leading to the decline of blue whales and show the environmental benefits of the whale. Other features highlight the range, life span, and status of blue...
5) Jaguars
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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A beautiful jaguar slinks through the dark forest. It is time to hunt! With one quick pounce, it catches its next meal. With camouflaged coats and super sharp claws, jaguars are built for rain forest survival. This title for young readers explores the many adaptations and survival skills jaguars have developed to thrive in their rain forest home!
6) Chimpanzees
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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High in the rain forest canopy, a chimpanzee swings from tree to tree. Its long arms and opposable thumbs make travel easy in this huge biome. This title introduces readers to the many adaptations chimpanzees have to thrive in the rain forest. Whether creating tools out of branches or using leaves for medicine, these intelligent primates are fascinating rain forest animals!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Black-footed ferrets tunnel underneath the Great Plains. But these animals were once thought to be extinct. Leveled text and vibrant images teach readers about the struggles of this animal as well as the ways that humans are trying to bring them back. A map feature highlights the animal's range, while other features show off its conservation status and life span, introduce the causes of the threat to the animal, and showcase its importance to the...
8) Capybaras
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Capybaras are the world's largest rodents! Thriving at the water's edge deep in the rain forests of South America, these unusual critters know how to keep busy. Whether wallowing in the mud, searching for tasty grasses, or evading predators, capybaras are adapted to thrive in the rain forest!
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Poison dart frogs are the jewels of the rain forest. But don't get too close! These beautiful little frogs are loaded with poison that could prove fatal. These unusual critters have many special skills that keep them alive in a busy rain forest full of predators. This colorful title about the poison dart frog's survival traits will amaze readers with its bright photos and informative infographics!
10) Cheetahs
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Cheetahs are the fastests animals on land. But they face many dangers. In this leveled text, readers will learn about the ways in which people are helping this animal overcome its threats. Features highlight the causes of the threat facing cheetahs, show the benefits that cheetahs provide to the environment, and highlight the range, life span, and status of these speedy cats.
11) Anacondas
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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An anaconda slides into the murky river. Then, it pokes its nostrils above the water to wait for its next meal! This book for young readers details the body parts and survival skills that anacondas have adapted to survive their rain forest habitat.
12) Tasmanian Devils
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Tasmanian devils are feisty marsupials. But they still face many challenges. Leveled text and informative photos highlight these challenges for readers and show off the actions being done to save Tasmanian devils. Special features show the status and life span of Tasmanian devils, highlight their geographic range, and more.
13) Snow Leopards
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Snow leopards are rare cats. They seem to vanish into their snowy homes. In this leveled text, readers will learn about the challenges facing snow leopards and what is being done to help them. Vibrant photos and engaging text bring these cats to life on the page. Special features highlight the importance of snow leopards in their ecosystem, show their range, and more!
14) Ronald Reagan
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Lifeguard. Actor. President. Jellybean fanatic? These are just a few things, that emerging readers will learn about Ronald Regan in this beginning biography title about his life, presidency, and legacy. Special features include a thought-provoking question, a timeline of life events, and a profile to help readers better understand the man who helped end the Cold War.
15) Snowy Owls
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Snowy owls silently fly over their Arctic homes. But those homes face many threats that put the owls at risk. In this title, leveled text helps readers learn about the impact that human activity has on snowy owls. Special features highlight the owls' range and life span, show their importance to their ecosystem, and note the threats that snowy owls face. Vibrant photos bring the owls to life on the page!
16) Rhinoceroses
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Rhinoceroses face many threats. What is being done to help them? Leveled text and vibrant photos teach readers about the dangers these animals face and what people are doing to help. Special features highlight the range, status, and life span of rhinos. Other features provide a visual representation of the threats facing rhinos as well as the importance of rhinos in their ecosystem.
17) Giant Anteaters
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Giant anteaters are large mammals. They make their homes across Central and South America. In this leveled text, readers are introduced to giant anteaters and the threats they face. Special features highlight the animal's range and life span, show their importance in their ecosystem, and highlight some of the threats that giant anteaters face.
18) Bill Clinton
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Bill Clinton was the 42nd president! Not only is he a successful politician, but he is also a talented saxophone player. Throughout this title for young readers, leveled text introduces Bill Clinton's journey to the presidency as well as some of the challenges and successes he had while leading the country. Additional features will highlight Clinton's birthplace, favorite things, and much more.
19) Caribou
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Caribou are also known as reindeer. Their snowy Arctic homes are in danger. This leveled text will introduce readers to challenges that these deer face as well as what is being done to save them. Vibrant photos bring both caribou and their homes to life on the page. Special features map the animal's range, highlight how caribou help their ecosystem, and show some of the threats facing the deer.
20) Axolotls
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Axolotls are amphibians famous for their smile. But their habitat is in danger! This leveled text will introduce readers to this unique species as well as what is being done to save them. Vibrant photos bring these animals to life on the page, and features teach readers about the importance of axolotls as well as some of the threats facing the animals.