Adam Stone
1) Ghosts
Author
Pub. Date
2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about ghosts. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Shooting for the moon, the Apollo 13 mission had to be aborted when an oxygen tank aboard the shuttle exploded in space. This left the astronauts with limited power, heat, and water! Watch the crew fight to survive in this graphic novel for eager readers.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
As one of the most devastating shipwrecks in history, the sinking of RMS Titanic killed more than 1,500 passengers. There were only enough lifeboats for about one third of the people on board! Learn more about the tragedy in this riveting graphic novel for growing readers.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
After successfully going into space nine times, the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded just 73 seconds into its tenth mission. Many people saw the blast happen on television! Find out what went wrong in this graphic novel for young readers.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
On April 20, 2010, the Deepwater Horizon rig exploded, leading to the biggest offshore oil spill ever in the United States. The explosion was visible for 35 miles! Readers will watch workers struggle to stop the spill and save ocean life in this exciting illustrated title.
8) Edge
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Nicknamed "The Ultimate Opportunist," Edge uses any means necessary and does anything possible to win championships. He has been a successful solo and tag team wrestler, winning titles in both formats. Readers will learn about Edge's background, his wrestling style, and why he is one of the most entertaining wrestlers in the sport today.
9) John Cena
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
It could be argued that John Cena is currently the face of professional wrestling. He has held the World Championship Belt many times and is a fan favorite. This book teaches readers about John Cena's past, how he became a skilled professional wrestler, and how he continues to thrill fans around the world.
10) The Undertaker
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The Undertaker is one of the most famous wrestlers of all time. He has wrestled in hundreds of matches and won several championships. Readers will learn about the Undertaker's past, his training, and how he has remained one of the biggest stars in wrestling for over 25 years.
11) Triple H
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Triple H has been a mainstay of professional wrestling for well over a decade. Over this time, he has been both a hero and a villain. Students will explore his background and training, learning about the moves that make him such a powerful force in professional wrestling.
12) The Big Show
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Big Show has been a wrestling star for over 15 years. Standing 7 feet tall and weighing almost 500 pounds, he towers over almost every other wrestler. Readers will explore Big Show's past, his time in wrestling, and the moves he uses to thrill fans and defeat his opponents.
13) Randy Orton
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Randy Orton is the youngest wrestler to ever win the World Wrestling Entertainment Heavyweight Championship. When he debuted, he was nicknamed "The Legend Killer" because of his ability to defeat superstars. Now, he is a superstar. This title explores his past, his rise to fame, and the moves that keep him on top!
14) Kane
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Kane has been wrestling for almost 20 years. His specialty is the "inferno match," during which the wrestling ring is surrounded with fire. This high-interest biography explores Kane's background, his training, and the wrestling moves that make him one of wrestling's superstars.
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media Inc
Pub. Date
2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Many people claim to have experienced strange events when they were near death. Some claim to have had an out-of-body experience. Others describe moving upward toward a white light. Students will learn about near-death stories and how scientists have tried to verify or disprove those tales.
16) ESP
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media Inc
Pub. Date
2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
There are many different kinds of extra-sensory perception. Some people claim they can see future events. Other people claim they can see far-off events in their mind. Students will judge for themselves in this introduction that provides information on the evidence and skepticism about ESP.
Author
Language
English
Description
George Müller (1805-1898) was a German playboy who found Christ and then gave his life to serve Christ unreservedly. His mission was to rescue orphans from the wretched street life that enslaved so many children in England during the time of Charles Dickens and Oliver Twist. Müller did rescue, care for, feed, and educate such children by the thousands. The costs were enormous for such a great work. Yet, amazingly, he never asked anyone for money....