Dangerous jobs
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1) Coal Miner
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English
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Sunshine, solid ground, and fresh air. You don't find these things in underground coal mines. Miners must be prepared to work in pitch-black darkness and survive explosions, cave-ins, and the release of deadly gases. Go beneath the surface of one of the most dangerous jobs.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Oil field workers don't know the meaning of "weekend." These laborers often operate heavy equipment, do heavy lifting, and repair machinery 12 hours a day for weeks at a time before having days off. Reluctant readers won't tire of learning about the perils of oil fields in this fast-paced title.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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There's a lot of risk involved when your job is to keep the peace. From arresting criminals to directing traffic, police officers must be ready to face anything-even if they're off duty! Young readers will breeze through this exciting title like a high-speed chase.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Members of the ski patrol have a big job to do. Trained in emergency medical services, they can often only get to their patients by skis, snowmobile, or helicopter. Some are trained to save people from avalanches! Hit the slopes with these talented patrollers in this title for reluctant readers.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Special forces operators are trained to do it all. These brave soldiers go behind enemy lines to train allies, gather intelligence, and carry out quick strikes. Find out how these amazing warriors have changed the War on Terror in this title for young readers.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Animal trainers have a wild job. From tigers to orcas, trainers teach animals to perform for circuses, movies, and more. Discover the dangers of working with unpredictable animals in this exciting title for young readers.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Have you ever wondered how the tallest buildings in the world are made? Skyscraper builders push the limits of construction to build these massive towers. The risks faced by skyscraper builders will bring reluctant readers to the edge of their seats in this high-interest title.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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When people are stranded in remote locations, it's time to call in the wilderness rescue pilots. These gutsy flyers often travel around rough terrain and in severe weather to find people in danger. One small mistake could send their aircraft crashing to the ground! Find out more about these brave pilots in this exciting title for reluctant readers.