Seymour Simon
1) Spiders
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Contains an illustrated introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of different kinds of spiders.
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Pub. Date
2021.
Description
Everyone is affected by climate change. Reading Climate Action: What Happened and What We Can Do is the perfect introduction not only to the dramatic effects of climate change, but to the solutions. Learn how our behavior and actions have led us to this point, hear from kids around the world dealing with extreme storms, wildfires, and sea level rise, and discover what scientists, youth activists, and ordinary citizens are doing to protect their communities....
4) The sun
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A study of the center of the solar system discusses its composition--from its thermonuclear core to its surface to the corona--as well as its processes and role as a source of energy.
5) Wildfires
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Presents wildfires as neither good nor bad but as part of the endless cycle of change in forests and grasslands.--
6) Tornadoes
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
With winds that can reach speeds of three hundred miles an hour and funnel clouds that can measure a mile in diameter, tornadoes leave enormous damage in their wake. Now Seymour Simon examines these twisting columns of air and destruction. Simon explains how tornadoes are formed, why and when they are most likely to occur, how scientists classify and track them -- and what to do if one touches down. Full-color photographs show this powerful phenomenon...
9) Whales
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Pub. Date
c1989
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of various species of whales, and includes color photographs.
10) Wolves
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Pub. Date
c1993
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Text and photographs present the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of various species of wolves.
11) Our solar system
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the origins, characteristics, and future of the sun, planets, moons, asteroids, meteoroids, and comets.
12) Mountains
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Introduces various mountain ranges, how they are formed and shaped, and how they affect vegetation and animals, including humans.
13) Horses
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Provides a brief history of horses, including how they evolved and how they have been trained by man for work, sports, warfare, and companionship. Also includes information about different varieties of horses as well as their physical attributes and their eating and breeding habits.
14) Storms
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the atmospheric conditions which create thunderstorms, hailstorms, lightning, tornadoes, and hurricanes and how violent weather affects the environment and people.
17) Earthquakes
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Examines the phenomenon of earthquakes, describing how and where they occur, how they can be predicted, and how much damage they can inflict.
18) Cats
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Discusses the history, physical characteristics, behavior, and various breeds of cats, and provides basic information on caring for one as a pet.
19) Gorillas
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of various kinds of gorillas.
20) Stars
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Series
Description
Discusses the stars, their composition, and characteristics, with actual photographs.