Marty Gitlin
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Ole Miss Rebels is a beginner's history of the University of Mississippi football team. Beginning with the program's early years, readers will experience the team's highest and lowest moments and meet the key players and legendary coaches who made it happen. Short biographies, fun facts, informative sidebars, and revealing quotes and anecdotes combine with action-packed photographs to enhance the Rebels' story, allowing your readers Inside College...
9) LeBron James
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Looks at the life of the basketball star and discusses key moments in his NBA career, including his championship wins with the Miami Heat and the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The Playmakers series introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Kevin Durant: NBA Superstar summarizes Kevin Durant 's life and career to date. Informative text examines his career highlights thus far and draws attention to his accomplishments beyond the court. Short, informative sidebars add to the engaging, easy-to-read text, making Playmakers a hit for any reader in your library!
Aligned to Common Core Standards and...
11) D.C. United
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Series
Language
English
Description
Major League Soccer was born in 1996. And so was the run of greatness for D.C. United. The Black-and-Red captured three league championships in the first four years. They have since won many other events. D.C. United has also featured many of the finest players in MLS history. It is no wonder that they are considered one of the greatest franchises ever in Major League Soccer. This book places the reader on the field. That is where exciting stars such...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Readers will find out about the greatest upsets in NBA playoff history from teams like the 1994 Denver Nuggets to the 2007 Golden State Warriors. The title features informative sidebars, honorable mentions, a glossary, and further resources. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Basketball has some of the most...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
This title introduces Jim Brown who has had a great influence on his sport and in his society. Career highlights, battles along the way, and humanitarian contributions are discussed. Brown's legacy is told through informative sidebars, captivating photos, and engaging text.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Sports are not always about the score at...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
They are wide and strong. They can dodge bombs and bullets. They carry soldiers and weapons. They help save lives. They are light tactical vehicles. The U.S. military used trucks and jeeps before moving on to Humvees. Then came the Oshkosh L-ATV. This book tells readers all about how light tactical vehicles have evolved over the years.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Sports are unpredictable. They're wacky. They can be totally off-the-wall! This title highlights some of the most memorable tales and traditions from sports history and is brought to life with exciting detail. Informative sidebars offer even more stories. You can also find a glossary, additional resources, and more! This title is a must-read for any sports fan.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
SportsZone is...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Readers will learn about some of the most meaningful and fun debates in the world of baseball such as ditching the Ump and who belongs in the Hall of Fame. This title also features a lightning round of further questions to debate, a glossary, and further resources. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Activities for further learning Glossary of key words...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Playmakers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Adrian Peterson: Record-setting Running Back summarizes Adrian Peterson's life and career to date and draws attention to accomplishments beyond his athletic skill as well as career highlights thus far. Short, informative sidebars add to the engaging, easy-to-read text, making Playmakers a hit for any reader in your library!
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
18) Fighter Jets
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Series
Language
English
Description
Fighter jets are perhaps the most exciting military vehicles. Modern jets can fly faster than the speed of sound. U.S. fighter jets zip through the sky to defend and protect their country. They have helped the military for 70 years. They track down the enemy and shoot missiles. Their main purpose is to bring peace through strength. Find out more about fighter jets in this fun and appealing book!
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Playmakers introduces young readers to their current heroes on and off the field. Tom Brady: Super Bowl Quarterback summarizes Tom Brady's life and career to date and draws attention to accomplishments beyond his athletic skill as well as career highlights thus far. Short, informative sidebars add to the engaging, easy-to-read text, making Playmakers a hit for any reader in your library!
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state...
20) Battleships
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Series
Language
English
Description
The era of battleships was among the most exciting in the history of warfare. Battleships fought on the high seas in close range. Their big guns blasted away at enemy ships to help their countries win wars. This book covers the Civil War battle between the Monitor and Merrimac to the battleships of World War II and beyond.