Tammy Gagne
1) Gray wolf
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Profiles the gray wolf and how conservation efforts brought it back from the brink of extinction.
2) Grizzly bear
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Earth is home to a diverse array of reptiles, mammals, birds, and more. But hunters, habitat loss, and other threats have devastated some species' populations. It's up to humanity to save them. Back from Near Extinction celebrates conservation success stories. Discover the threats these animals face and the measure taken today to ensure theses animals are here tomorrow." -- Page [4] of cover.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Giant Galp̀agos tortoises have roamed the Galp̀agos Islands for thousands of years, but these creatures almost disappeared from their tropical habitat. Giant Galp̀agos Tortoise describes the world's largest tortoise, how sailors and invasive species caused its population to dwindle, and how habitat preservation and captive breeding have helped save the species."--
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Description
In 1982, Willem Kolff and Robert Jarvik invented the first artificial heart used for long periods of time in humans. The first patient to receive the heart lived 112 days. Today, patients can live for years with an artificial heart. Discover more in Artificial Organs, a title in the STEM and the Human Body series.
5) Cheetahs
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2012.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Explores cheetahs, including where they live, how they hunt, and how they live from day to day.
10) Jaguars
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Presents the characteristics, behaviors and habitats of the jaguar.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2015
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Have you ever had someone say you had an eagle eye? This saying comes from the fact that eagles have excellent eyesight. An eagle can spot prey from up to one mile away! Eagles also have sharp talons and can fly at jaw-dropping speeds to capture prey. Readers will learn about what makes eagles such deadly predators, from their hunting styles to what they like to eat. Fun Facts and an Amazing but True section will thrill readers and give them a closer...
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
In the years following Christopher Columbus's expedition, Europeans made homes for themselves in the Americas and pushed out the indigenous peoples already living there. Many popular stories about life in the early American colonies have gotten some facts wrong and left out others altogether. Fact and Fiction of American Colonization dives into the myths about colonization and brings the truth to light. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful...
16) Bulldogs
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A guide to bulldogs which includes activity ideas and training advice specifically suited to the physical needs of this short-nosed breed.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Description
Important subjects of Chinese mythology include Emperor Huang Di, the goddess of immortality Xiwangmu, and the winged dragon Yinglong. Chinese Gods, Heroes, and Mythology explores the gods, heroes, creatures, and stories of Chinese mythology, in addition to examining their influence today.
18) Drones
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book introduces readers to the developing technology of drones, including a look at the technology's future. 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. --Amazon.
19) GPS Technology
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2018.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book introduces readers to the developments behind GPS technology, including the familiar example of driving with GPS. 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. Aligned to Common Core Standards and...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"This title will introduce readers to coral reef ecosystems, the plants and animals that thrive there, its climate, its food web, any threats to it, and conservation efforts. Readers will also learn about the most well known coral reefs and their unique characteristics."--Publisher's website.