Gail Gibbons
81) Groundhog Day!
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2007]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 900L
Language
English
Description
Learn about groundhogs and their special day.
82) Tornadoes!
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2009]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
NC 970L
Language
English
Description
Using her acclaimed combination of clear text and detailed illustrations, Gail Gibbons explains how tornadoes form, the scale used for classifying them, where they most commonly appear, and what to do in case one should be near you.
83) Santa who?
Author
Publisher
Morrow Junior Books
Pub. Date
1999.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 980L
Language
English
Description
Describes the origins and evolution of Santa Claus, from the Turkish Saint Nicholas to the jolly, red-suited Santa of today. Also discusses similar legendary figures in other cultures.
85) Zoo
Author
Pub. Date
1987
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
630L
Language
English
Description
Provides a behind-the-scenes look at a working day at the zoo, from the moment the workers arrive until the night guard locks the gate.
89) Hurricanes!
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2009]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
NC 860L
Language
English
Description
Young readers can learn how hurricanes are formed, how they are named and classified, and what to do if a dangerous storm is coming their way.
90) Cats
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[1996]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 740L
Language
English
Description
Presents information about the physical characteristics, senses, and behavior of cats, as well as how to care for these animals and some general facts about them.
91) Dogs
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[1996]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
650L
Language
English
Description
An introduction to dogs including their history, types of breeds, senses, and ways of communication.
Author
Publisher
Crowell
Pub. Date
[1987]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
620L
Language
English
Description
Examines the diverse behind-the-scenes activities of a typical working day at a small daily newspaper, from morning preparations for meeting the deadline to the moment the afternoon papers leave the presses.
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2010]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 860L
Language
English
Description
"Alligators and crocodiles are the world's largest reptiles and the closest living relatives of dinosaurs. Here is information about their different physical characteristics, and how they live, mate, and raise their young. Crocodilians have been around for millions of years and are now endangered."--Amazon.com.
96) The art box
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
1998.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
460L
Language
English
Description
Describes the many different kinds of tools and supplies which artists use to produce their work.
98) Corn
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
2008.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Popcorn, corn on the cob, corn dogs, cornflakes-corn is used in many favorite foods. This book offers up the history of corn as well as the details concerning planting, cultivation, harvesting, and its many uses. A cornucopia of information about a popular farm product.
99) Grizzly bears
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 820L
Language
English
Description
Introduces the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of grizzly bears, and discusses their endangerment in the lower forty-eight United States.
100) My baseball book
Author
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
2000.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
560L
Language
English
Description
An introduction to baseball, describing the equipment, playing field, rules, players, and process of the game.