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52561) Nicki Minaj
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Nicki Minaj is a rapper, actor, businesswoman, model, screenwriter, philanthropist, and fashion icon. Today, she is one of the most successful rap artists in the world and has won many accolades for her award-winning albums, mixtapes, and videos. She has sold more than ninety million singles and albums worldwide, ranking her one of the highest-selling rap artists of all time. Minaj is also known for her highly creative stage costumes, colorful wigs,...
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This biography goes from his early life in Michigan to his superstar status with millions of fans supporting "Team Jacob." Readers will discover Taylor's early film roles, and how he landed the part of Jacob Black in the Twilight series. This fun-to-read book offers reluctant readers juicy quotes, personal stories, and accessible features such as a timeline and glossary.
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Pounce! Follow a little kitten through its day to learn all about these young cats. Through text features such as the vocabulary tree and the wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to vocabulary in concept groups-helping them make connections between words and expand their understanding of the world.
52564) In His Service
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Many development workers, church workers, and missionaries spent a lot of their time serving others, a journey that can be both tiring and at the same time draining. This fifty-two-week devotional provides an opportunity for development workers and church workers to reflect on their work and their relationship with God and those they serve. Our desire is that as you read this devotional every week, you will have an experience with God that will refresh...
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How do I know the Bible is true? What does it mean when the Bible talks about the kingdom of God? How can God be three persons at the same time? Help the kids in your life find answers to the questions they ask and deepen their faith along the way with 365 Bible Answers for Curious Kids, a unique daily devotional full of biblical answers to curious questions about God, the Bible, and Christian faith.
365 Bible Answers for Curious Kids is a tremendous...
52566) Pink: Pop Music Superstar
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Colorful graphics, oversized photographs, and short, engaging sentences draw readers in to the fascinating life of pop music superstar Alecia Beth Moore – better known as Pink! Readers will follow Pink's journey, from her family background and youth in Pennsylvania to her early performances with different bands, leading up to her success as a solo artist. Albums discussed include Can't Take Me Home, Missundaztood, Try This, I'm Not Dead, Funhouse,...
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IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
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Disastrous consequences often follow the introduction of invasive plants species. The invasive species spread, altering habitats, driving out native plants and animals, and reducing biodiversity. But what secret powers do invasive plant species possess that allow them to do this? Readers of this engaging book will learn what invasive species are and discover how they spread across and alter habitats. This intriguing volume is filled with eye-catching...
52568) Computer Mouse
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What kind of mouse has no ears, nose, or feet? A computer mouse! This book teaches students how a mouse and a computer work together. When you move your mouse, the cursor on your screen moves, making it quicker and easier to perform tasks on your computer. All the components of a computer mouse are outlined and give a better understanding of this important and useful computer tool. And, they don't squeak or have fur! This book will allow students...
52569) Causes of Drug Use
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Humans have been using various drugs to alter their moods and thoughts for thousands of years. Why do we do it? And what makes a particular person vulnerable to addiction? What can be done to stop problems with drug use before they start? Causes of Drug Use explores all these questions, sorting fact from fiction when it comes to the roots of drug use and misuse. From caffeine and aspirin to heroin and meth, drugs are an inescapable part of life in...
52570) Tim Westergren and Pandora
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The brainchild of founder Tim Westergren, Pandora Internet Radio is a Web-based service that provides a unique, personalized music stream to each listener. Utilizing a wealth of information supplied to a database by trained music analysts, Pandora responds to listeners' musical tastes, playing songs that share characteristics with their favorite songs or artists. This title tells the fascinating story of how Westergren's innovative company developed...
52571) Marijuana
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State governments are relaxing laws about marijuana use for both recreational and medicinal purposes. But just how harmless is this popular drug? This informative volume explores the effects, dangers, and possible benefits of marijuana. Despite what many believe, users can become addicted to marijuana. When young people ingest marijuana, it may negatively affect the way their brain develops. However, marijuana also helps patients with cancer, AIDS,...
52572) Federal Air Marshals
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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This photo-illustrated book describes the life of a Federal Air Marshal, including how they work undercover on flights to fight terrorism. Explains how they fit under the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), what it takes to get a job, and what a day in the field is like. The Q&A features throughout promote reader inquiry and critical thinking. Includes glossary, further resources, and index.
52573) A Pharaoh's Guide
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IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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I am the mighty pharaoh of Egypt! I control the River Nile, plan great cities, and am the richest person in Egypt. Read my rules to discover how I keep my kingdom running like clockwork. Who would dare challenge me?
52574) Animals in the Rain Forest
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IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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A wide variety of animals can be found in the rain forest. Through captivating, age-appropriate text, readers learn many interesting facts about these animals and the environment they call home. Vibrant, full-color photographs enhance the reading experience as young readers expand their knowledge of rain forest animals. Why do so many animals live in the rain forest, and what is happening to them as rain forests continue to shrink? These questions...
52575) Fruit
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The important science concept of plant growth is featured in this beautiful, easily accessible book on fruit. Clear photographs and simple, engaging text describe fruit and how they help plants live and grow.
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This intriguing title combines the work of groundbreakers in science and the arts, with mini-biographies of the innovators behind them. Historic and contemporary images plus graphic timelines help show readers what inspired notable scientists, writers, and singers, such as Sir Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein, Marie Curie, and William Shakespeare.
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You've probably heard the phrase "I plead the fifth" in the news, but what exactly does that mean? Inside this detailed guide, readers will explore the language, history, and impact of the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and come to understand how it has served American citizens since the late 1700s. "Pleading the Fifth" is a phrase sometime used in court to mean "I refuse to answer questions because it might be harmful to myself." But the...
52578) Armored Dinosaurs
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
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"Dino" Don Lessem brings readers face-to-face with various dinosaur species, detailing their habitats, way of life and how they became extinct. An acclaimed dinosaur expert, Don Lessem has written more than 30 children's books, writes a popular dinosaur column in Highlights magazine, and was an adviser for Jurassic Park. Take a trip through dinosaur time to meet these armored dinosaurs face-to-face: The thick body armor of Ankylosaurus was stronger...
52579) How Do Telescopes Work?
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Since the early 1600s, telescopes have helped us examine the stars. Early telescopes used two glass lenses to focus light. Today, we use mirrors in the same way as glass, but mirrors are lighter and easier to make than lenses. To see dim objects that are far away, these mirrors must be very large. They're much larger than the average hobbyist telescope. With this volume, readers will learn about the components of a telescope and the role each component...
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IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
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NASA has now sent a robot beyond our solar system-and another is on its way! Through detailed, fascinating main content and sidebars, readers learn about the process of creating the technology for the amazing Voyager 1 and Voyager 2 probes. Their unique features are described, and full-color photographs and illustrations further showcase the impressive abilities of these robots. This book introduces the many STEM careers important to the Voyager missions...
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