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Themes: Spies, History, Nonfiction, Tween, Emergent Reader, Chapter Book, Hi-Lo, Hi-Lo Books, Hi-Lo Solutions, High-Low Books, Hi-Low Books, ELL, EL, ESL, Struggling Learner, Struggling Reader, Special Education, SPED, Newcomers, Reading, Learning, Education, Educational, Educational Books. Are spies criminals or heroes? Some spies are greedy. They only want money. Others spy in wartime. They want to help their country. Businesses also spy on each...
2) Reddit
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When Reddit began, the old-fashioned bulletin board went digital . . . and worldwide. Today, the information, news, and opinion Web site and app is the go-to source for hundreds of millions of readers . . . and contributors. Inside, read how Reddit transformed how many people get their news, how the "voice of the crowd" helps determine what those people read, and what Reddit is planning to continue its information revolution in the future. Social...
3) Food Safety
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Unless you grew it yourself, the food you eat has traveled to reach your dinner table, often from a farm to a factory to a store. And unfortunately, lots of things can go wrong along the way, affecting the quality of what you eat. This book investigates the journey from the farm to the fridge, and it provides information about what you can do to keep your food as safe as possible. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid....
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When you think of food additives, you may think of sugary foods that come in wild colors not found in nature. But there is a lot more to additives than that-from preservatives that keep food fresh longer to the artificial flavorings you love. Where do they come from? Are they safe? This book has the inside story on additives of all kinds. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid. Unfortunately, the advice is constantly...
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All kinds of foods, from breads to veggies to your favorite candy bars, have carbohydrates in them. But despite what you may have heard, carbs are not all bad. Athletes certainly know this, which is why they "carbo-load" before big games. This book explores starches and other carbs, helping you tell the good from the bad. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid. Unfortunately, the advice is constantly changing and often...
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Fat has long been treated as the supervillain of the dinner table, but the reality is more complex. Yes, some types of fat can cause serious health problems, but other types of fat are a big part of a healthy diet. This book takes a look at the benefits of the fats we need, as well as the consequences of the ones we don't. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid. Unfortunately, the advice is constantly changing and often...
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Sugar had a huge impact on world history, and it continues to play a major role in our diets. But as tasty as it is, sugar can cause serious health problems. This book explains everything you need to know about the sweet stuff, from its chemistry and history to how it affects our bodies. Artificial sweeteners are also explored, to help you better understand what's in your food. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid....
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When an American pilot goes down, the Pararescue forces go into action. For decades they have risked their lives to bring their countrymen home. This story features all the key elements of their dangerous jobs: high risk, inventive solutions, and a successful outcome. Inside, read about the people who parachute into danger . . . to bring people back alive! Sometimes a job is so tough, so dangerous, and so important that a singular group of people...
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The terrorist group known as ISIS did not operate without help. They needed food, weapons, vehicles, and money. At the center of their support network was a man named Abu Sayaaf. American intelligence knew that if they could cut off this head of the snake, the network would suffer. Delta Force operators were put on the job . . . and as always, they succeeded. Inside, read about the patient hunt for this terrorist organizer-and about the sudden strike...
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Piracy on the high seas is not just from storybooks-it's a problem in the 21st century. When an American ship was captured by pirates from Somalia, the US called in one of its most elite units: SEAL Team Six. Trained to operate in any environment, the SEALs swarmed to the area . . . made a plan . . . and hit the target! Inside, read the blow-by-blow actions and meet the brave captain and crew that held out until the SEALs took over. Sometimes a job...
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Police work hard to investigate crimes. They follow the evidence and talk to witnesses. But sometimes, that's just not enough. When they need to get close to the criminals they pursue, they call on undercover officers. These special experts learn how to "become" a criminal to infiltrate and gather information. It's an intense job that could end in death at any second. Inside, read how officers train for this unique part of law enforcement, the dangers...
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None of us can escape weather or its effects. Nature takes wind, water, and temperature and mixes them together. Depending on how they combine, the result can be beautiful and glorious, like a sunny autumn day, or a witch's brew of destruction, like a raging hurricane. The Ultimate Book of Dangerous Weather will introduce you to what happens when weather turns wild. Whole communities can be flooded, or frozen, or burned. Weather can get nasty-and...
13) SWAT Team
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Police officers can handle just about any situation they face out on the streets. But when things get too dangerous . . . it's time to call in SWAT. Known by many names, SWAT teams bring military tactics and efficiency to law enforcement. Facing down gunmen, bombs, riots, and more, SWAT teams work together to solve any problem that comes up. Inside, read about the tactics and gear they use, and find out what sort of people are called to this kind...
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It takes a special kind of bravery to face down a live bomb . . . but the people in this book demonstrate that courage every time they go to work. Experts on bomb squads around the world face new dangers every day. Inside, read how they stay ahead of the bombers and how they train their minds and bodies to handle the stress of disarming explosive devices. Adventure, courage, talent . . . and service-they can all be found in the stories of brave men...
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From BASE jumping and cliff diving to extreme ironing and camel wrestling, it's a wide world of risky sports. Some of us might wonder, "What's wrong with those people?", but those who dabble in such activities tend to shrug off the danger. In this book you will meet some seemingly crazy, out-of-this-world people who'll risk everything for fun. Why do they do it? Because they can! The Ultimate Danger series provides a front-row seat to the world's...
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At last count, there are 900,000 different kinds of insects roaming the Earth. Some crawl. Others creep and swim. A handful hop, and many more fly. A few bite and others sting. You can find them in gardens, on the sidewalk, and in the woods. They're under your bed, on your pet, or on your arm. Some even find a way inside you. The Ultimate Book of Dangerous Insects will introduce you to them all ... if you dare. The Ultimate Danger series provides...
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What do you want to be when you grow up? All of us have had to answer that question at one time or another. The Ultimate Book of Dangerous Jobs will introduce you to all types of hazardous professions. Some, such as police officer or firefighter, are common. Others, like rodeo clown or matador, not so much. Some jobs you might not even think of as dangerous, and yet they are. To adapt the old saying: It's a dangerous job, but are you the person to...
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During the fight to save Kuwait from invading Iraq, American forces included more women than ever before. One of them, Private Jessica Lynch, was wounded and captured during a battle. Special Forces operators led the way in a daring rescue effort that captured the hearts and minds of America. Inside, read how brave action-by both Lynch and her rescuers-led to a joyous reunion back home. Sometimes a job is so tough, so dangerous, and so important that...
19) Border Security
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The United States has two of the longest unfortified borders in the world . . . and people arrive daily by air from outside the country, too. At those borders and airports are the border security officers who are on the front lines of making sure our nation is protected. They use their training, skill, and the latest technology to keep the bad guys out. Inside, learn how they keep our borders safe, every day, around the clock. Adventure, courage,...
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Osama Bin Laden was the evil mind behind the September 11, 2001, terrorist attack that claimed more than 3,000 lives. The hunt to capture him took years, but when a chance to get him came, America called on the Navy SEALs. Brave, resourceful, and highly skilled, they were the men for the job! Inside, follow along inside the mission to the point of attack as the Navy SEALs get their man! Sometimes a job is so tough, so dangerous, and so important that...
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