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Author
Publisher
Kingfisher
Language
English
Description
The Kingfisher Soccer Encyclopedia captures the triumph and despair of pivotal moments in world soccer. Packed with pictures and profiles of the world's most skillful soccer players--old and new--from Beckham to Messi, Pele to Ronaldo, Rooney to Neymar. Over 40 of the best sides to have lit up the game are covered in detail, including the U.S's men's and women's teams, Brazil, Manchester United, Arsenal, and Spain. State of the art digital illustrations...
Author
Series
Tales from Deckawoo Drive volume 4
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
When an unexpected package containing an accordion arrives, Eugenia Lincoln tries to get rid of the instrument by selling it, destroying it, and giving it away, but nothing works.
Author
Series
Zoey and Sassafras volume 4
Publisher
Innovation Press
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"When an unexpected snowstorm causes trouble for the magical creatures of the forest, Zoey and Sassafras come to the rescue. But their first attempt to save trapped caterfly eggs results in a big mistake. Can they figure out a way to fix things before the baby caterflies hatch?"-- book jacket.
6) My wild cat
Author
Publisher
Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Illustrations and an easy-to-read story, interspersed with facts, pay tribute to a cat which finds that life as a pet offers opportunities to display his wild, predatory nature.
9) Judaism
Author
Series
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Introduces Judaism, including the history, geography, politics, and economics of the religion.
Author
Publisher
Cicada Books Limited
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"By exploring the patterns, colors and crests of flags, we can learn all about the histories and aspirations of the countries they represent. Did you know that the flag of Nepal is the only one with more than four sides? Or that the flag of Mozambique features a book, a hoe and an AK47? Discover all this and more... Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of vexillology!"--Page [4] of cover.
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Limited, a Penguin Random House Company
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
This is the ultimate graphic guide to the amazing game of soccer, presenting every aspect of the game in a compelling way through eye-opening explanations, detailed stats, amazing facts, and bizarre trivia.
12) Sandwiches!: more than you've ever wanted to know about making and eating America's favorite food
Author
Publisher
Capstone Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"With more than fifty sandwiches inside, 'Sandwiches! More than you ever wanted to know about making and eating America's favorite food' is a sandwich smorgasbord designed with food fanatics in mind. Sandwich-lovers will devour this all-you-need-to-know guide to what takes place between the bread, packed from cover to cover with irresistible sandwiches, wraps, and paninis. So what are you waiting for? Belly up to the counter and start sandwiching."--...
14) Rainbows
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Simple text introduces readers to the science behind rainbows. Including why rainbows occur and what they are made of.
15) The sea knows
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
16) Vietnam War
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Traces the history of the Asian war that killed over 58,000 Americans, discussing the causes and effects, leaders, major battles, guerrilla warfare, aerial bombing, weaponry, peace negotiations, and lessons learned.
Author
Series
Dino riders volume 1
Publisher
Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
With the help of his friends Sam and Abi and his trusty Dino Cowboy Diary, Josh dreams of roping a wild Triceratops and maybe become the next great Dino Rider.
Author
Series
Critter club volume 14
Publisher
Little Simon
Pub. Date
2016
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"When Ellie learns that her cousin is getting married, she's really excited! She has always wanted to go to a wedding. But then she gets even better news when her cousin asks her to be a flower girl! Then the Critter Club gets the cutest guest Ellie has ever seen: a little French bulldog. Ellie works hard to find a home for the puppy, but she's worried she won't be able to. Suddenly she has an idea that will guarantee that the puppy lives happily...
Author
Publisher
Orchard Books, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"Valorie Fisher takes infographics to a new level with bright, colorful visuals that are perfect for young, inquisitive minds. Her eye-catching mix of photographs and illustrations compels readers to dive in and explore how things work -- from paper airplanes to straws, crayons to kites, pencils to boats, this book will answer questions kids have long wanted answers to, and go on to answer questions they didn't even know they had! Do you know why...
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