Tamra Orr
1) Brunei
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Readers visit the island of Borneo to explore the history, people, and culture of the nation of Brunei. They discover chapters devoted to Brunei's geography and environment, history and government, and economics and ethnic groups. In addition, they're treated to fun facts about the ways people relax, celebrate, and cook in this country. Up-to-date main text presents essential information and is paired with colorful photographs of the landscapes and...
3) Bermuda
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Bermuda is a popular tourism destination, but what is life like for the people who live on the islands that make up this British territory? Readers discover the answer to this question with the help of comprehensive main text that closely examines Bermuda's history, government, natural world, and culture. Sidebars provide additional information, and colorful photographs and maps give readers a more detailed look at the land and its people. Readers...
5) Polio
Author
Series
Publisher
Rosen Pub
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
Discusses the history of the poliovirus, its effects on the body, vaccines and the researchers who discovered them, and the threat that this virus still poses.
6) Qatar
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"The tiny nation of Qatar on the Arabian Peninsula has made a big impact on the world, especially economically. With large reserves of oil and natural gas, its economy is strong, and it's developed into a nation of wealth and power beyond what its size would suggest. Readers discover these facts and more as they explore the geographic, political, and cultural landscape of Qatar. With the help of informative sidebars, maps, vibrant photographs, and...
7) Slovenia
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2004]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.6 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Discusses the geography and climate, history, wildlife, economy, government, people, religion, and culture of Slovenia.
8) Saint Lucia
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"The Caribbean island nation of Saint Lucia is home to a thriving tourism industry. However, there's much more to Saint Lucia than just the stretches of sandy beaches and resorts that are filled with travelers from around the world. Saint Lucia has a vibrant culture and rich history, and readers are introduced to them in this comprehensive guide to life on this island. Informative sidebars, clearly labeled maps, and beautiful photographs help readers...
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
2014
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
The ability to use the scientific method is key to carrying out experiments, taking measurements, or performing technical tasks. In this book, readers in real-world situations are tasked with following clues and using the scientific method to find out what happens during the spread of an epidemic. Informational text presents evidence and facts in the form of clues and side-bar details to help children develop critical thinking skills. A summary of...
10) Friendliness
Author
Publisher
Triangle Interactive, LLC
Pub. Date
2017
Language
English
Description
This Level 1 guided reader explores the feeling of friendliness. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about their feelings.
11) Shyness
Author
Publisher
Triangle Interactive, LLC
Pub. Date
2017
Language
English
Description
This Level 1 guided reader explores the feeling of shyness. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about their feelings.
12) The clouds
Author
Publisher
Mitchell Lane Publishers
Pub. Date
©2011
Language
English
Description
Different kinds of clouds and their functions are described in rhyming verse.
13) Alaska
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
2008.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.5 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, religions, culture, sports, arts, and people of Alaska.
14) It snows
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Young children are naturally curious about the world around them. It Snows offers answers to their most compelling questions about winter weather. Age-appropriate explanations and appealing photos encourage readers to continue their quest for knowledge. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words"--
15) Amelia Earhart
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Learn about the life and accomplishments of Amelia Earhart"--
16) California
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Pub
Pub. Date
2006.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This book presents information on the history, land, people, economy, and government of California.
17) New Jersey
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of New Jersey"--Provided by publisher.
18) Massachusetts
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.5 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of Massachusetts"--Provided by publisher.
19) Oman
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
""Ahlaan bikum fi eamman"-Welcome to Oman, a country of contrasts. Located on the Arabian Peninsula in the Middle East, Oman straddles the old and the new, the traditional with the modern. Camels and horses vie with cars and buses for room on the roads. Mosques made for worshipers share the land with motels made for tourists. Multiple cups of kahwa, or coffee mixed with cardamom, are served daily, alongside countless cans of Mountain Dew, both competing...
20) Eritrea
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Eritrea lies along the coast of the Red Sea in northeastern Africa. Its people are resilient and determined. When the border war between Eritrea and Ethiopia ended in 2018, hope surged for a better future for the country. The country still has significant obstacles to overcome, including religious persecution and strict censorship, but Eritreans will keep fighting for a brighter tomorrow. This installment explores these aspects, as well as other...