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1) Allosaurus
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Here comes an allosaurus! The fierce predator races toward its prey. It sinks its sharp teeth into its latest meal! Scenes like this one were common during the Jurassic Period, when the allosaurus walked the earth. In this high-interest text, readers will explore the world of the allosaurus, from how it hunted to where it lived to why it went extinct. Special features include maps, a pronunciation guide, a diet graphic, and a two-page profile that...
2) Spinosaurus
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The spinosaurus was a fierce dinosaur known for the long sail on its back. It could live on both water and land! The high-interest title is a primer for young dinosaur lovers, introducing the iguanodon's habitat, diet, defenses, and more. Alongside the colorful illustrations and leveled text, special features illustrate the dinosaur's size, range, and favorite foods. The title concludes with a two-page profile that highlights important facts about...
3) Apatosaurus
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The apatosaurus grew up to 75 feet long! These enormous dinosaurs stomped the earth 160 million years ago, but paleontologists still study them today! This high-interest text for young readers explores what the apatosaurus looked like, what it ate, where
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Boom! Footsteps echo through the forest. Here comes an Argentinosaurus! In this high-interest text, readers will explore the life of this enormous dinosaur, from what it ate and where it lived to how it went extinct. Maps show off the dinosaur's range and where its fossils have been found, while other features illustrate the dinosaur's size and diet. The book concludes with a full-spread profile that highlights key information about the Argentinosaurus....
5) Utahraptor
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The Utahraptor is the official state dinosaur of Utah! This ferocious predator stomped across the earth during the Cretaceous Period. Readers of this high-interest text will learn all about the world of the Utahraptor, from what the dinosaur ate to which body parts helped it hunt. Along the way, readers will be drawn in by engaging text, colorful illustrations, and special features that highlight the dinosaur's diet, range, size, and more. To conclude...
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Experts examine censorship, surveillance, and resistance across Asia, from China and India to Malaysia and the Philippines.
A daily battle for rights and freedoms in cyberspace is being waged in Asia. At the epicenter of this contest is China-home to the world's largest Internet population and what is perhaps the world's most advanced Internet censorship and surveillance regime in cyberspace. Resistance to China's Internet controls comes from both...
7) Oviraptor
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Brimming with the same spirited sense of style and magic as Disney's That's So Raven, Drama High introduces a fun, brazen new series featuring a young sistah who's learning that life in the `hood is nothing compared to life in high school...
Proudly hailing from Compton, USA, sixteen-year-old Jayd Jackson is no stranger to drive-by shootings or run-ins with the friendly neighborhood crackhead. Street-smart, book-smart, and life-smart, she's nobody's...
8) Iguanodon
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Uh-oh! An iguanodon is cornered by a predator. But this dinosaur has a secret weapon. It uses its sharp thumb spike to slash its enemy. Run away! In this high-interest title, readers are placed into the world of the iguanodon, where colorful illustrations and leveled text introduce this dinosaur's diet, defenses, and more. Special features show off where the dinosaur lived, what it ate, and how big it grew. A two-page profile further highlights the...
9) Diwali
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Diwali honors good defeating evil! Students just starting to read on their own can learn all about the Hindu Festival of Lights in this beginning title, including when it happens and who celebrates it. Vibrant photos accompany easy-to-read text to highlight special traditions, while a facts page reinforces the information learned. This low-level title will shine a light on this favorite holiday!
10) Hanukkah
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We light the menorah and play dreidel. It is Hanukkah! This beginning title introduces young readers to the Jewish Festival of Light. Simple, predictable text and crisp photos tell about what the holiday honors, when it takes place, and how people celebrate today. A special feature reinforces the text, while a photo glossary aids with unfamiliar words. This supportive introduction is perfect for students who are just starting to read independently....
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When is Indigenous Peoples' Day? How do people celebrate? This beginning title answers these questions and more in this basic introduction to the holiday. Students just starting to read independently can learn about the purpose and the traditions of the holiday through simple, predictable text and vibrant photos. A photo glossary and a facts page reiterate and clarify the text. This engaging title supports young readers as they learn about this holiday!...
12) Christmas
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From giving gifts to attending church, Christmas is a favorite holiday for many. This beginning title introduces basic facts about the holiday to young students just starting to read independently. Simple, easy-to-read sentences and colorful photos combine to discuss the holiday's date, meaning, and traditions. A facts page reinforces the text, and a photo glossary aids with difficult words. Young readers can learn why this holiday is full of joy!...
13) Easter
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Easter is the most important holiday for Christians! Young readers can find out why and learn about some of the holiday's traditions in this beginning title. Simple, predictable text and colorful photos teach about when Easter is celebrated and what makes the day special. A facts page summarizes information from the text, while a photo glossary visually defines key terms. Students just starting to read on their own can hop on over and learn all about...
14) Italy
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Italy stands out as a boot-shaped country, but there is much more to Italy than meets the eye! Through leveled text and vibrant images, readers of this title will be introduced to the different parts of this European nation, including its geography, people, culture, and more. Additional special features map Italy's location, highlight native animals, show off greetings, and more!
15) Russia
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Russia is known for its rugged landscape and frigid climate. So bundle up before diving into this exciting introduction to the largest country in the world! In this book, emergent readers will explore Russia through leveled text, colorful photography, and engaging features that highlight the landscape, wildlife, language, foods, and demographics of this vast nation!
16) France
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Bonjour! Welcome to France! In this title, readers will be introduced to the landscape, wildlife, demographics, and culture of France. Leveled text and vivid photographs will guide readers through every spread, while maps, profiles, and more will further enhance their learning experience!
17) Japan
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Made up of over 6,000 islands, Japan is full of exciting attractions for visitors and residents alike! In this book, young readers are introduced to Japan and its landscape, wildlife, population, foods, sports, holidays, and more. Alongside leveled text and vibrant images, maps, profiles, and other special features provide even more detail about this beautiful country.
18) Iraq
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Did you know that the first civilization began in Iraq? Readers will learn this and many more exciting facts in this book about Iraq! Leveled text and vibrant photos will introduce readers to the landscape, wildlife, residents, and culture of this country. Special features such as profiles, maps, and a full-spread summary of the country will help readers discover even more about Iraq!
19) Australia
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From the Outback in the west to the Great Barrier Reef in the east, Australia has much to offer residents and visitors alike! In this title, young readers will explore the geography, population, and culture of this massive country. Special features highlight Australia's landscape, wildlife, greetings, foods, and more to provide an informative introduction to the land down under!
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