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Readers discover the difference between natural and human-made satellites in this entertaining volume. The narrative reveals fun facts about various moons in the Earth's solar system, such as Earth's moon and how it might have been formed, the moons of Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, and those of the dwarf planet Pluto. It also explains the terms "orbit," "spin," "rotation," and "eclipse." The volume provides "Think About It" boxes to...
6) Drones
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Gareth Stevens
Pub. Date
2013.
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IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
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English
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"Soccer is called 'the beautiful game' for a reason. It's an amazing sport full of interesting players, teams, and records. This book takes readers onto the pitch with the greatest players ever to lace up their cleats. From the club teams of England to America's Major League Soccer, there are great games and fascinating teams all over the world. This book covers every aspect of the game--from World Cup to FA Cup--with interesting facts and colorful...
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Gareth Stevens Publishing
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[2016]
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English
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"Put the ball in the hoop and don't let the other team score. It sounds simple, but there's so much more to the game of basketball. This exciting book takes a look at the game in a quick and fun way that will have readers begging for more fun facts. From the highest scoring game and the greatest teams in NBA history to the greats of the women's game, this book uses vibrant photographs to show the all-time best at the top of their game."--
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Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
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English
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"The National Football League is America's favorite sports league. Football is fast-paced and full of big hits and even bigger plays from its superstars. These players have set some impressive records over the years. From the amazing seasons running backs have had breaking the 2,000-yard rushing mark, or quarterbacks gunning for the single-season touchdown record, learning about the stats and facts that make up football's history fun! Graphics and...
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Gareth Stevens Publishing
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2016.
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English
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"Baseball is known as America's pastime, and it has plenty of history to explore. Readers will love learning wacky facts about baseball and discover who holds some of its most elusive records, like the rare unassisted triple play! The longest game in Major League history and some of its most amazing seasons are also explored with exciting photographs and engaging graphics to help chronicle these feats. This fast-paced book delivers readers fact after...
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Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
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English
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"Hockey is a tough sport full of fascinating facts. From the fastest slap shot in National Hockey League history to the player with the most fights, readers will love exploring amazing seasons from individual athletes and some of the best teams of all time. They'll learn why Wayne Gretzky is called 'The Great One' and why today's young talent is changing the game once again. This fast-paced book's facts and figures show readers just why hockey is...
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The conquistador Balboa is best known for having led the first party of explorers of European descent to reach the Pacific by traveling overland from the Atlantic. An ambitious man from a noble but relatively impoverished family, Balboa was eager to make a name and fortune for himself in the New World. His initiative and take-charge attitude helped him rise to power but also made him powerful enemies who, in the long run, orchestrated his trial and...
15) Tanks
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Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
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English
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"From the drivers on the track to the fans packing the grandstands, auto racing is a thrilling sport that gets everyone's adrenaline pumping. This book dives into the amazing facts that make up auto racing's greatest stories. Readers will love discovering the history of races like the Indianapolis 500 and Daytona 500, as well as why NASCAR fans call Richard Petty 'The King.' Fun graphics show the different flags used in a NASCAR race and just how...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The game of football has many rules, and each position on the field is different. Whether lining up in the trenches to protect the quarterback or running the ball out of the backfield, the 11 players on each team each have special jobs to do. This book gives readers a look at each position on the gridiron, showing how cornerbacks and safeties cover wide receivers and how linebackers try to sack the quarterback. With a detailed look at each position,...
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