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Author
Publisher
Capstone Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
How many countries are in South America? Where is the world's tallest waterfall? How long is the Amazon River? This book answers these questions and more as it introduces young readers to the continent of South America through age-appropriate maps, engaging photographs, and simple text. Topics covered within the book include where the continent is, climate, geography, animals and plants, countries, people and languages, natural resources, cities,...
Author
Publisher
Heartdrum, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 6
Language
English
Description
In this evocative and heartwarming novel for readers who loved The Thing About Jellyfish, the author of I Can Make This Promise tells the story of a Native American girl struggling to find her joy again. It's been a hard year for Maisie Cannon, ever since she hurt her leg and could not keep up with her ballet training and auditions. Her blended family is loving and supportive, but Maisie knows that they just can't understand how hopeless she feels....
Author
Series
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Would you have survived the search for El Dorado? Make decisions and tally your score to find out. Written at a lower reading level with considerate text, these high maturity books are sure to grab struggling readers as they engage and play along. Also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, educational matter, and activities"--
Author
Language
English
Description
"What have you always wanted to know about Indians? Do you feel like you should already know the answers--or are concerned that your questions may be offensive? For more than a decade, Anton Treuer's clear, candid, and informative book has answered questions for tens of thousands of readers. This revised edition both revisits old questions from a new perspective and expands on topics that have become increasingly relevant over the past decade, including...
Author
Series
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
The modern period of history is often considered to have begun with the Renaissance, one of the rare periods of genius in the world's history. This volume traces the Renaissance from its beginnings in Italy in the fourteenth century to its spread across the rest of Europe in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Along with the rediscovery of ancient Greek and Roman writing, the Renaissance represented a new age in the fields of science, literature,...
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Latin America is a region that consists of 13 dependencies and 20 countries including Argentina and Brazil. Because of the area's wide breadth, diverse geography, and unique colonization patterns, there are many distinct sub-cultures that all offer a different perspective on life in the region. Along with eye-catching full-color images, this book's informative narrative examines these many cultures and explains how they came to be. Guided by sidebars...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 6
Language
English
Description
A terminally ill Anglican priest and his assignment in a coastal Indian community in British Columbia. The nonfiction story behind this book is told in Again Calls th Owl (1984). Best Books for Young Teen Readers. A young minister who has two years to live learns about the meaning of life when he is sent to an Indian parish in British Columbia.
9) Ancient Maya
Author
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
The legacy of past civilizations is still with us today. In Ancient Maya, readers discover the history and impressive accomplishments of the Maya people, including their advanced mathematics and massive stone cities. Engaging text provides details on the civilization's history, development, daily life, culture, art, technology, warfare, social organization, and more. Well-chosen maps and images of artifacts bring the past to life.
Aligned to Common...
12) The Big Wander
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 8
Language
English
Description
As he searches for his uncle through the rugged Southwest canyon country, fourteen-year-old Clay becomes involved with a group of Navajo Indians who are trying to save some of the last wild mustangs. Fourteen-year-old Clay Lancaster has been dreaming for years of the adventure he calls The Big Wander -- a summer in the Southwest with his older brother, Mike, searching for their uncle Clay. When Mike decides to return home to Seattle and the girlfriend...
14) North America
Author
Series
Publisher
Rourke Educational Media
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Explore North America! With 23 countries, it's a big continent with amazing wildlife and natural beauty. Discover North America's unique history and how its people influence the world. Then make your own Las Posadas craft and a sweet drink from El Salvador!" -- Back cover.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 6
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
In the Pacific there is an island that look like a big fish sunning itself in the sea. Around it, blue dolphins swim. Once, Indians also lived on the island. When they left and sailed to the east, one young girl was left behind. It is not only an unusual adventure of survival, but also a tale of natural beauty and personal discovery.
16) Zia
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 5
Language
English
Description
A young Indian girl, Zia, caught between the traditional world of her mother and the present world of the Mission, is helped by her aunt Karana, whose story was told in "The Island of the Blue Dolphins."
17) Salsa stories
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Press
Pub. Date
2000
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
A collection of stories within the story of a family celebration where the guests relate their memories of growing up in various Latin American countries. Also contains recipes.
18) North America
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This book is an introduction to the unique people, plants, animals, geographical features, cultures, and today's tourism of North America.
Author
Series
Publisher
Pebble, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Come along and investigate the continent of South America. What are its biggest cities? Where are its landforms? What languages do people speak there? Bring augmented reality to your students by downloading the free Capstone 4D app and scanning for access to an online article, video, and discussion questions.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
How many countries are in North America? Where do bald eagles live? What language is spoken in Mexico? This book answers these questions and more as it introduces young readers to the continent of North America through age-appropriate maps, engaging photographs, and simple text. Topics covered within the book include where the continent is, climate, geography, animals and plants, countries, people and languages, natural resources, cities, and famous...