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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
From G.I. Joe and Stretch Armstrong to comic book heroes and Star Wars characters, there is an action figure for everyone! In this exciting hi/lo title, readers are introduced to the history behind this favorite toy through bright, colorful images and engaging text. Meanwhile, special features show readers, where the toy came from, key events in its history, different variations of action figures, and a fun action-figure related event!
2) Barbie Dolls
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Barbies are an iconic toy for kids and adults alike. But how did these dolls become so popular? In this hi/lo title, readers will learn the decades-in-the-making history of these top-selling dolls through vibrant images and engaging text. Special features throughout the text show where Barbie dolls were created, highlight events in Barbie doll history, showcase different types of Barbie dolls, and feature an important Barbie-related event!
3) Bicycles
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Series
Language
English
Description
From the 1800s to today, bicycles have changed a lot! But they continue to be a popular toy and form of transportation around the world. With bright images and engaging text, this book will engage reluctant readers as they learn about the history and popularity of bicycles. Special features such as a map, timeline, and profile will further draw in readers to learn about this classic toy.
4) LEGO Bricks
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Series
Language
English
Description
For years, kids and adults alike have built incredible things with LEGO bricks. But what's the story behind this popular toy? In this title, readers will explore the history and growth of these beloved bricks with engaging text and photos. Special features such as a map, timeline, profile, and a variation infographic will further help readers learn and appreciate the story behind LEGO bricks.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Nerf blaster battles have been a favorite toy among children and adults for decades. In this hi/lo title, vibrant images and leveled text tell the story of Nerf blasters and how they rose to popularity. Special features highlight key events in the history of Nerf blasters, show the origin of the toy, present a visual comparison of different kinds of Nerf blasters, and showcase a profile of a fun Nerf blaster event.
6) Skateboards
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Series
Language
English
Description
Skateboards are a favorite toy for people of all ages! Throughout this book, reluctant readers will learn about the story behind skateboards and how they have grown in popularity over the years. Engaging text and crisp images draw readers in, while special features showcase the origin of the toy, point out key events, compare different types of skateboards, and highlight a fun event related to skateboarding!
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
American Girl dolls have delighted people for decades! This book introduces readers to this favorite toy from its early years to the dolls of today. The leveled text shares how American Girl grew from historical dolls to include magazines, movies, and more! Colorful, crisp photos showcase these diverse dolls and their accessories. Special features map the origins, lay out important events in a timeline, and more.
8) Board Games
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
From chess to Monopoly, board games offer something fun for everyone! This title introduces readers to the history of board games and how they continue to be enjoyed today. Leveled text and vibrant images guide readers through each spread, and fun facts and special features throughout the book inform readers in a fun, exciting way.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
With a remote control car, the world becomes a racetrack! This book dives into the history, car types, and events involved in this popular hobby. Exciting photos of cars in action support the text and keep readers hooked on every page. Special features highlight remote control car origins, show off car types, and more. Leveled text, features, and fun facts work together to deepen readers' knowledge of remote control cars and how they run!
10) Slime
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Sticky, stretchy, noisy... It's no wonder slime found instant success when it was first sold in 1976. This book starts at the beginning and shares the journey of slime through years of innovations. Leveled text and vibrant images introduce readers to the wide world of slime products such as board games, kits, and slime on TV. Special features highlight many types of slime, show off a museum where fans can make and learn about slime, and more!
11) Super Soakers
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Splash! A Super Soaker battle has begun! In this title, bright photos and engaging text draw in reluctant and emerging readers to learn more about the fascinating story behind the Super Soaker. Fun facts, a map, a timeline, and a profile supplement the text and show how the toy continues to be enjoyed by kids and adults alike!
12) Toy Cars
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Vroom! Vroom! Look at those toy cars zoom by! From Matchbox to Hot Wheels, this title introduces readers to the rich history of toy cars and how they continue to be popular today. Leveled text and vibrant images guide readers through each spread, while fun facts, a timeline, a map, and event profile deepen their understanding of this classic toy.
13) Transformers
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
It's a truck! Now it is a robot! It's a Transformer! In this book, readers will explore the origins of iconic Transformers toys and their decades-long popularity. Special features such as fun facts, a timeline, a map, and an event profile will keep reluctant readers engaged as they transform into confident readers!
14) Video Games
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
From the beginning, video games have hooked kids and adults alike! This high-interest title shares many types of video games and the technology developed to play them. Fun facts and vibrant photos pop off the page, supporting the book's leveled text. A timeline and other special features highlight the evolution of video games from the first computer to arcades to the beloved games and events of today!
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