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Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub
Pub. Date
[1999]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes how pioneers set out across the United States and Canada in the nineteenth century looking for a better life in the West--the routes they took, the covered wagons they used, what they ate, the dangers they faced, and more.
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub
Pub. Date
[1999]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Examines various types of dwellings in western Northern America during the nineteenth century, discussing their construction and design as well as the lives of the settlers who lived in them.
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Co
Pub. Date
[2008]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Spotlight on Canada introduces children to Canada's multicultural people, its varied landscapes and climates, its exciting cities, and its joyful celebrations. A huge country with only one neighbor, the United States, Canada is divided into provinces and territories. French and English are its two official languages, and its rich history goes back to its French and English roots. This colorful book celebrates the diversity of this great country!
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Co
Pub. Date
[2008]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Holidays, celebrations, and symbols are highlighted in this up-to-date fact-filled introduction to the United States. 'Spotlight on the United States of America' looks at the colonial history of the U.S., its government, and some of its important leaders. Many colourful pictures, maps, and illustrations presents the different regions, climates, cities, and wildlife of this fascinating country"--Amazon.com.
15) What is a horse?
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Co
Pub. Date
[2001]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Children love horses! These powerful and exciting animals have roamed over the Earth for thousands of years. Today, there are more than 300 different breeds around the world! What is a Horse? explores the characteristics of horses and their equine relatives, including ponies, asses, and zebras. It is about horses - not riding. Beautiful, full-color photographs bring the clear, simple text to life. Topics include:
• horse physiology
• the horse...
16) What is a bear?
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Co
Pub. Date
[2001]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Bears are the elegant giants of land carnivores. Powerful yet shy, these solitary creatures are remarkable for their size, strength, and adaptable intelligence. What is a Bear? gives children clear insight into the world of bears, including:
• the bear family tree
• special features of a bear's body
• how mothers care for their cubs
• the differences in bear diets
• their hunting techniques
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub
Pub. Date
[1993]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This newly revised edition of Visiting a Village is an ideal introduction to understanding the concept of community. Children will learn how the people in early communities worked together with a spirit of cooperation by trading their goods and services with each other. Knowing about what they might see on their first visit to an historic site will help spark a child's curiosity.
In this book, they will meet such individuals as: the miller, the sawyer,...
18) The kitchen
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Co
Pub. Date
1993.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This newly revised edition describes how the kitchen was the center of family activity in the old days. Here families ate their meals, played games, and told stories with only the fireplace and a few candles for warmth and light. In The Kitchen, young readers will take a close look at the early fireplace and the tools and utensils surrounding it. Domestic chores carried out in the kitchen are described including: baking bread, making butter, preserving...
20) What is a dog?
Author
Series
Publisher
Crabtree
Pub. Date
[2000]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduces different kinds of domestic dogs, their behavior, physiology, uses, diet, and young.
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