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Over the past century football has grown into America’s most popular sport by showcasing a combination of toughness and graceful athleticism. This title explores the achievements of football’s greats from the sport’s early years through the modern era through exciting stories, engaging photographs, informative sidebars, a glossary, and an index.

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This title focuses on haunted houses and gives information related to current paranormal locations, theories, and place in popular culture. This hi-lo title is complete with colorful and spooky photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

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Through simple text and cool photographs, this title gives a brief introduction to what a nest is and the animals, like eagles and sea turtles, that lay their eggs in one. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Translated by native Spanish speakers and immersion school educators.

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This title introduces readers to the skills and technology that came together to save the 12 boys and their soccer coach trapped in Thailand's Tham Luang cave. Simple text and incredible close-up photographs focus on the amazing rescue work. This title also features details about what to do if readers find themselves in a similar situation, surprising facts, and quotes from the rescuers and the rescued. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

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This exciting book introduces readers to the life and career of baseball star Ronald Acuña Jr. Colorful spreads, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in his life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.

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This fun book provides a simple explanation of military vehicles found in the air, on the water, and on land. Labeled photos and a photo glossary help make the text engaging and easy to read.

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This fun book provides a simple explanation of buses, trucks, and other machines found in a city. Labeled photos and a photo glossary help make the text engaging and easy to read.

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This title explores the advances engineers have made to prevent space disasters and to minimize their damage. Clear text, compelling images, and helpful sidebars and infographics make this book an accessible and engaging read.

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This title introduces early readers to activities people do in the fall. Simple text, engaging photos, and a photo glossary make this title the perfect introduction to people in the fall.

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This book introduces readers to the history, meaning, traditions, and celebrations of Thanksgiving. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.

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This book introduces readers to the life cycle, behavior, physical characteristics, and habitat of beavers. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.

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This exciting book introduces readers to the life and career of football star Matthew Stafford. Colorful photos, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in his life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.

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This book describes the events and alliances that led up to World War II, including the reasons that various nations joined the fight. In addition to historic photos, this book includes a table of contents, two infographics, critical thinking questions, two "A Closer Look" special features, a reading comprehension quiz, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Voyager level, aligned to reading levels of grades 5-6 and interest levels of grades 5-9.

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This exciting book introduces readers to the life and career of basketball star LaMelo Ball. Colorful photos, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in his life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.

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This title examines the history and use of solar energy, the pros and cons of the technology, and next steps for this important energy source. This book also includes a table of contents, an infographic, informative sidebars, a That's Amazing special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and interest levels of grades 4-7.

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This book introduces readers to tales of giants, from ancient myths to modern stories. The book also includes a table of contents, one infographic, informative sidebars, a "Story Spotlight" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Beacon level, aligned to reading levels of grades 2–3 and interest levels of grades 3–5.

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Introduces readers to the lives of eagles. Simple text and colorful spreads make this book a perfect starting point for early readers.

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Introduces readers to the lives of pandas. Simple text and colorful spreads make this book a perfect starting point for early readers.

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Introduces readers to the lives of cats. Simple text and colorful spreads make this book a perfect starting point for early readers.

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Komodo dragons look just as deadly as they are. This title introduces readers to the Komodo dragon and why and how it uses its powerful venom. This title is at a Level 1 and is written specifically for beginning readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.

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This title introduces readers to the defining characteristics, history, mechanics, and uses of karts. The title features engaging infographics, informative sidebars, vivid photographs, and a glossary.

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This title introduces readers to Pokémon, covering its history, franchises and products, and worldwide impact. The title features engaging infographics, informative sidebars, vivid photos, and a glossary.

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This fun book provides a simple explanation of cranes, construction trucks, and other machines that build. Labeled photos and a photo glossary help make the text engaging and easy to read.

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This fun book provides a simple explanation of fire trucks and ambulances. Labeled photos and a photo glossary help make the text engaging and easy to read.

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This book introduces readers to the climate, landforms, plants, animals, and people of South America. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning.

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Introduces readers to the concept of opposites through the pairing of high and low. Simple text, straightforward photos, and a photo glossary make this title the perfect primer on a common pair of opposites.

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Staceyâs nightmares are back. And all she wants to do is go to Colorado and work things out with Jacob. But before Stacey and Jacob can have a future, they must face their pasts. Black is for Beginnings reveals the never-before-seen backstoryâand what lies aheadâfor the young, spellcasting lovers.

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Readers will learn interesting and historical facts about Japan's fast Shinkansen Bullet Trains, like when they began operation and how they are used today. This series is at a Level 2 and is written specifically for emerging readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.

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This book describes the causes and dangers of cave-ins and explosions at mines. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fast facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.

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This book describes the origin and impact of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fast facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.

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This accessible book explores the history and famous traits of Pembroke Welsh corgis. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.

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This book''s easy-to-read text explains the tasks and training involved in studying severe weather as a storm chaser, as well as the dangers this job involves. Short paragraphs and plenty of colorful photos make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fast facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading. Apex books have low reading levels (grades 2-3) but are designed for older students, with interest levels of grades 3-7.

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This title introduces readers to rally car racing, covering exciting moments in the sport, top competitors, and the event's history. This title features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.

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This informative book explains the life cycle of a chicken, including the stages of development and changes it goes through to become an adult. The book also includes a table of contents, one infographic, informative sidebars, a "That’s Amazing!" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1–2 and interest levels of grades 1–3.

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