Christina Leighton
4) City Trains
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Driving around a busy downtown area can be a hassle, especially during rush hour. Cars, taxis, buses, bicycles, and pedestrians create traffic jams on city streets. So city trains are the answer for many people. In this title, beginning readers will follow city trains from stop to stop.
5) Monorails
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
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Ever ride a train on an elevated track around a zoo, an airport, or an amusement park? If so, you've traveled by monorail. In this book, new readers will see many scenic aerial views offered by the off-the-ground trains that move on single rails.
Author
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
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Description
A subway train is often the light at the end of the tunnel. It travels underneath a city in its own network of underground passageways. Readers just starting out will go deep in this title to discover a form of train transportation hidden from plain view.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Golden eagles are swift fliers, reaching speeds of 150 miles when on the hunt. This fast pace, however, isn't applied to all life activities. Building a nest, for example, can take these raptors a month or more! Young students can choose their own pace for this fun read.
8) Horses
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Which animals will you see on the farm? Woolly sheep may be grazing in the pasture while tiny ducklings paddle across the pond. Maybe you can collect milk from a cow or eggs from a chicken. Young readers will explore the characteristics and lives of common farm animals in this low-level series.
9) Sheep
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
By the time spring rolls around, a sheep's wool surrounds its body like a thick, fluffy cloud. Then, in a matter of minutes, the farmer's shears give the sheep its summer haircut! There's so much to learn about sheep on the farm in this book for beginning readers.
Photo labels visually define glossary terms and other important words. Picture glossaries offer visual support. Featured speech bubbles call out animal sounds. Sidebars identify names for...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Alert and strong, Doberman pinschers make wonderful guard dogs. They will happily watch over their families and make noise if danger is near. Although known for being fierce dogs, "Dobies" are softies at heart. These loyal pets love playing or going for long walks with their owners! Early readers will enjoy reading more about Doberman pinschers in this fun and informative title.
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Ever wonder what kind of feline the Chesire Cat is? He's a British shorthair! This smiley, chubby-faced breed is versatile, friendly, and popular. Read more about the history, personality, and award-winning features of the British shorthair in this title for early readers!
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Legend has it that Pembroke Welsh corgis were born in the homes of fairies and elves. Whether or not the story is true, Pembrokes have been cherished pets for centuries! Short and sturdy, these dogs are reliable herders as well as caring companions with big grins! In this title, curious readers will love reading more about the history and family dynamic of Pembroke Welsh corgis.
13) Roadrunners
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
X marks the spots where roadrunners have been. Their feet have toes in front and toes in back. And their favorite way to travel is on foot. Though not speedy enough to break Olympic sprint records, roadrunners are fast birds. Beginning readers will be determined to keep up!
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Cottontails always stay alert for enemies hunting them down. With a target on their backs, these rabbits have more than one survival tactic. They might freeze. They might also get a move on it, zigzagging to safety. The engaging facts in this title will hold the attention of elementary readers.
15) Goats
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Which animals will you see on the farm? Woolly sheep may be grazing in the pasture while tiny ducklings paddle across the pond. Maybe you can collect milk from a cow or eggs from a chicken. Young readers will explore the characteristics and lives of common farm animals in this low-level series.
16) Bobcats
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Bobcats are surprisingly common across North America. Their stealth style hides this fact, keeping them behind bushes or boulders and out of view. This easy-to-read title gives kids more than a glimpse at the wild cat famous for ear tufts, face ruffs, and a bobbed tail.
17) Pigs
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Which animals will you see on the farm? Woolly sheep may be grazing in the pasture while tiny ducklings paddle across the pond. Maybe you can collect milk from a cow or eggs from a chicken. Young readers will explore the characteristics and lives of common farm animals in this low-level series.
18) Cornish Rexes
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Cornish rexes are the curly-coated supermodels of the cat world. Long, graceful, and poised, it is true that brains come along with their beauty, too! They are interactive with their owners and don't like to be left alone for long. Cat-loving readers will enjoy learning about the quirks and antics of Cornish rexes!