Carrie Gleason
Author
Pub. Date
2015
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 2
Description
They're creepy and crawly and all over Earth. They're in the sky and in the soil. Insects are everywhere! With stunning visuals and energetic, impactful design, readers won't stop until they've learned everything there is to know about insects.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2024]
Description
"Welcome to the United States! Discover the landmarks that make the United States well known around the world-natural wonders, such as Old Faithful and the Grand Canyon, monuments, such as the Statue of Liberty, and historic buildings, such as the White House"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
[2023]
Description
"Bigfoot is known by many names-Sasquach, Yeti, Yowie, and more. The information in this guide comes from legends in different parts of the world where sightings of hairy apemen are said to have taken place. Fascinating facts include how to tell if a bigfoot is nearby, where in the world they are thought to exist, reported sightings, and bigfoot in popular culture"--
Author
Pub. Date
[2023]
Description
"Legends and folklore developed over time that warned of powerful curses placed on those who would disturb a mummy's tomb. They might even come back to life to curse you! In this guide you'll find fascinating facts about how the Egyptians made mummies, where in the world different forms of mummification are practiced, how fascinated Europeans had mummy unwrapping parties in the 1800s, mummies in popular culture, and related undead creatures"--
Author
Pub. Date
[2023]
Description
"The legend of the unicorn is ancient. Cave paintings and stone carvings show one-horned creatures. Ancient travellers spread stories about the creature even though they had never seen one themselves. This fascinating guide outlines the facts about this shy, magical creature, including how it has become a symbol of purity and goodness, how it is believed to have healing powers, unicorns in popular culture, and related mythological horses"--
Author
Pub. Date
[2023]
Description
"First reported in Puerto Rico in 1995, the chupacabra is a newcomer to the cryptid family. The information in this guide comes from reported events of livestock being sucked of their blood in different places around the world. Fascinating facts include theories these hellhounds are of an alien or military origin, where in the world they are thought to exist, reported sightings, and chupacabras in popular culture"--
10) Chinese New Year
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2009]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Chinese New Year welcomes the start of a new year. It is the most important celebration in China. People enjoy this holiday in many different ways. Chinese people follow certain traditions to make sure they have a lucky new year.
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 2
Description
This book introduces young readers to insects with more than 100 pictures, an explorer's corner with from-the-field anecdotes and tips, fun facts throughout, maps and infographics, an illustrated diagram, a photo gallery, cool comparisons, a behind-the-scenes photograph, an interactive glossary, and more.--
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2011]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"The informational yet easy-to-read text in double-page spreads explains the classification, anatomy, life cycles, and ideal feeding and living conditions for mites, ticks, and bedbugs as well as the differences among them (e.g., bedbugs are insects, while mites and ticks belong to the same family as spiders). Covered are their dangers and surprising helpfulness in some cases, such as mites that decompose compost piles; their infestation and removal;...
Author
Pub. Date
[2007]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book explains how silk is made, from China's use of a thread-like fiber made by a silkworm, a moth's larva, to the raising of silkworms on farms or in factories in Asian countries today, along with the use of modern technology, such as reeling machines.