Gail Gibbons
1) Ladybugs
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Introduces the ladybug, including its different parts, what it eats, its life cycle, and why ladybugs are important for crops and other plants.
2) Apples
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Explains how apples were brought to America, how they grow, their traditional uses and cultural significance, and some of the varieties grown.
3) Owls
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Owls are known for their haunting calls; yet when they are hunting, they can swoop down and snatch prey without making a sound. There are about 140 different kinds of owls, and they live on every continent except Antarctica. From the smallest, the elf owl, to the largest, the great gray owl, here is information about the 21 types that are believed to be living in North America. From egg to owlet to fierce bird of prey, this book offers an insightful...
4) Penguins!
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Vetted by experts, this newly revised and updated guide to the fascinating world of penguins introduces zoology concepts describing where and how penguins live, what they eat and how they hatch their young.
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Who was St. Patrick? Why do we wear green on March 17th? Vetted by an expert, this new edition brings readers the most accurate and recent historical understanding of St. Patrick and the holiday celebrating him. Learn the story of Patrick's life, legends about the saint, and the history of the holiday. From shamrocks to shillelaghs, Gail Gibbons' signature combination of accessible text and clear, colorful illustrations creates a perfect introduction...
7) Tornadoes!
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
An introduction to tornadoes explains how they form, the scale used for classifying them, and what to do when a tornado approaches.
8) Frogs
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
An introduction to frogs, discussing their tadpole beginnings, noises they make, their hibernation, body parts, and how they differ from toads.
10) Groundhog Day!
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduces the history of Groundhog Day, presents facts about groundhogs, and discusses the ways people celebrate this holiday.
11) The planets
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the sun and each planet of the solar system and introduces concepts such as a day, a year, orbit, and rotation.
12) Hurricanes!
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduces readers to hurricanes, discussing hurricane formation, classification, weather preparedness, and the ever-evolving technology for predicting the behavior of these powerful storms.
13) Giant pandas
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
2002.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, life cycle, and habitat of these endangered animals.
14) Halloween is
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
2002
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the origins and history of Halloween traditions and festivities from ancient times to the present day.
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
©2006
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The history of the holiday and all its fun festivities are presented in this easy-to-read tale filled with Valentine cards, candy hearts, flowers, and full-color illustrations. Valentine's Day is candy hearts, flowers, and chocolate truffles. It is Valentine cards galore. Most of all, it is a time to share with family and friends, and a time to give thanks for our loved ones. Gail Gibbons presents the history of this special holiday and shares what...
16) Sun up, sun down
Author
Publisher
Harcourt Brace & Co
Pub. Date
1983.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the characteristics of the sun and the ways in which it regulates life on earth.
17) Pigs
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Examines the basic characteristics, common breeds, intelligence, behavior, life cycle, and uses of pigs.
18) It's snowing!
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Pub. Date
©2011.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduces readers to snow and discusses topics such as different types of snowstorms, regions where snow falls, and how to prepare when a snowstorm approaches.
19) Gorillas
Author
Publisher
Holiday House
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, diet, life cycle, and habitat of various kinds of gorillas.