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Hannah and Andy are building a town as a school project. They need people for the town, but they're having trouble finding some they can use that are the right size. How will they solve their problem? Hannah's Townspeople provides picture and high-frequency word support for early readers. (f)
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Riding with Rosa Parks recounts a period in American history when segregation laws denied African-American people equal rights. The story is told from the point of view of a fictitious character, Marissa, who witnesses the bravery Rosa Parks displayed when she refused to give up her seat on the bus. The story provides students with the opportunity to learn how one person can make a difference. (nf)
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This is a delightful African folktale about how fierce Leopard is actually afraid of Ram. Jackal tries to force his friend to be brave and face Ram. But Ram's wife tricks Leopard, and Jackal pays the price in this humorous tale. (f)
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Ocean Animals is about various animals that can be found in oceans around the world. Animals are a topic of high interest for children, who will enjoy reading this book and learning fascinating facts about these ocean creatures. Each page has both a photo and a line drawing of the animal discussed. (nf)
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Where We Get Energy gives readers an informative and important lesson in where our energy comes from. The book reviews how we use energy, what kinds we use, and where each kind comes from. Clear, easy-to-understand photographs enhance the text. (nf)
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Firefighting is serious business. Children will learn about the many challenges firefighters face and the kind of equipment and machines they use to do their job. Itâs a challenging job and a very important one. Firefighters work to keep people and property safe. (nf)
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Changes is a story about some events that occur in a young girl's life. She tells about difficult feelings related to losing her cat, having a friend move away, starting a new school year, and more. Each of these difficult situations eventually provides a new opportunity for her, and she discovers that change is just part of life. (f)
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Are you teaching children about animal skeletons or the human body? If so, you need to read Animal Skeletons. This book looks at the similarities and differences between many types of animal skeletons. The author explains why various animals have the kinds of skeletons they do. The book uses repetitive patterns to help children feel a sense of confidence as they are reading. (nf)
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Everything about Bonk is growing--even his hair. When Jupe suggests that Bonk needs a haircut, Bonk thinks of other ways to keep his hair out of his eyes--like standing on his head! After crashing his bike because he couldn’t see a bump in the road, Bonk decides to go to the barbershop. He considers several styles of haircuts. Which one will he choose? Readers will find out at the end of the story. (f, Read-Only Book)
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Let's Make Shapes! is an interactive book that introduces children to geometric shapes. As children learn about these shapes, they discover ways to use the shapes to draw various things, as well as vocabulary for their developing drawing skills. (nf, Read-Only Book)
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Can You Say Pterodactyl? is about a young pterodactyl who cannot say her own name. She encounters a duck and a wren that want to meet her and become her friends. She tries to say her name and scares the animals that she's trying to meet. Then an owl helps her learn to pronounce her name, and she successfully introduces herself. (f, Read-Only Book)
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