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Nonfiction Readers 6: The Science of Monsters
From aliens to zombies, learn about the science" behind the monsters that continue to frighten and fascinate us. This book examines the scientific aspects of monsters from pop culture, books, and movies such as the Thing, the Blob, the Mummy, Dracula,...
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Nonfiction Readers 6: The Science of Superpowers
Explore the science" of Superpowers! This action-packed nonfiction reader examines super villains and heroes, scientists that have gone bad, mighty mutants, and real-life superpower qualities and capabilities found in nature. Featuring TIME...
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Nonfiction Readers 6: You Are There! Ancient China 305 BC
You're about to enter the exciting world of ancient China! Go back in time to one of the most tumultuous and significant periods in Chinese history. You'll experience firsthand the conflict and creativity that shaped this civilization--from kings and...
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Nonfiction Readers 6: You Are There! Ancient Egypt 1336 BC
Imagine being only nine-years old when you inherit the throne of Egypt. This is what happened to Tutankhamun, the young pharaoh known as King Tut. Learn what life was like during his reign as you examine important aspects of ancient Egyptian culture,...
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Nonfiction Readers 6: You Are There! Ancient Greece 432 BC
Discover what life was like in an ancient City-State with You Are There! Ancient Greece 432 BC. Take a tour of the Parthenon and other important aspects of Greek culture, including architecture, art, politics, mythology, and more! Featuring...
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Nonfiction Readers 6: Young Adult Literature: Dystopian Worlds
Take a look at the rebellious teens who have stood up against dystopic societies with Young Adult Literature: Dystopian Worlds. This high-interest book examines the themes and elements found in YA dystopian novels like The Selection, Maze...
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Nonfiction Readers 6: Young Adult Literature: Magical Worlds
There are many fantastical elements in the magical realms found in young adult literature. But there is more to these books than just magic spells and wands. At their hearts, these books tell deeply human stories. From the Lord of the Rings to Harry...
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Nonfiction Readers 6: Young Adult Literature: The Worlds Inside Us
Realistic fiction novels are a great place to find characters who are a lot like you. Moving to a new town, attending a new school, dealing with peer pressure, and feeling like you don't fit in are themes and elements found in YA realistic fiction...
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Science Readers: Antoine Lavoisier
Antoine Lavoisier: Founder of Modern Chemistry is a biography of the pioneering chemist Lavoisier. Sidebars provide brief profiles of numerous other pioneers in science, including Marie and Pierre Curie, Linus Pauling, Rosalind Franklin, and Mario...
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Science Readers: Astronomers Through Time
Astronomers Through Time is an expository nonfiction text about astronomers who have made a big impact in the field of astronomy. Astronomers include Hypatia of Alexandria, Nicholas Copernicus, Galileo Galilei, Sir Isaac Newton, Carl Sagan and Margaret...
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Science Readers: From Hubble to Hubble - Astronomers and Outer Space
From Hubble to Hubble Astronomers and Outer Space is an expository nonfiction text that explores the history of astronomy, Edwin Hubble, observatory builder George Ellery Hale, Lyman Spitzer, and pulsars. The text includes a section on geologist Joy...
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STEAM Readers: All About Clouds
White and fluffy or dark and stormy, clouds can tell us a lot about our planet! Learn how to identify and describe clouds like a meteorologist. Discover what clouds are made of, how they form, and how they affect Earth in this STEAM reader. Created...