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Jack, now faced with the greatest challenge of his early adult life must figure out where he is and how he can fix what's been done to his friends. Chasing his dreams and trying to understand the green light, with the help of his new friend Krollo, can Jack save his friends?
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In the riveting third installment of "The Structure" series, "Life on Delta Psi," protagonist Jack and his companions confront a gripping tale of survival where moral boundaries are severely tested. Struggling to make sense of unexplained deaths within their circle, the friends find themselves amidst a perplexing scenario-replaced by eerily lifelike robots. The narrative takes a surreal turn as the group is thrust into a realm where reality and dreams...
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The long awaited day is here! Cooper gets to try out for his favorite paintball team, Dynasty! During the tryout, Cooper finds some help from something unexpected! Throughout the journey Cooper is faced with challenges such as overcoming adversity, learning hard work, never giving up, and more! Will Cooper land a spot on Dynasty with his favorite players, Ryan Greenspan, Yosh Rau, Alex Fraige, and Oliver Lang?
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The main objective of the work 'Power, Structure and Hegemony: Guidelines for the study of the international governance' is to analyze the incidence of the change of the structural positioning of the most powerful States on the international governance. To proceed in this labor, the first step has been to define the concept of international governance and to decompose it into simpler factors. One of the above mentioned factors is the national power....
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In this visually groundbreaking graphic novel, a young man’s lofty ambitions collide with the chaos of Revolution.
Enter Yerevan, the capital of Armenia — a city in ruins. Wrecking balls swing wildly and cement trucks race through congested streets. Aspiring architect Frunz and his father, the renowned builder known as Mr. Cement, plan to level Yerevan’s historic landmarks and flood the city with Trumpian high-rises. But this plan outrages...
6) Bridges
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IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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"Carefully leveled text and engaging full-color photos introduce early fluent readers to the world's most amazing bridges while explaining the engineering behind their creation. Includes activity, glossary, and index."
7) Skyscrapers
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"Carefully leveled text and engaging full-color photos introduce early fluent readers to the world's most amazing skyscrapers while explaining the engineering behind their creation. Includes activity, glossary, and index."--
8) Immunology
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Immunology is the study of the immune system.
The immune system protects the human body
from disease. Immunologists study how disease
spreads. Discover more in Immunology, a title
in the Structure, Function, and Information
Processing of the Human Body series.
10) Body Systems
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Did you know that if you spend one hour reading this book, you'll move your eye muscles about 10,000 times? During that hour you'll also breathe air, hear sounds, and digest food, while your hair grows and your skin cells regenerate. Your neurons may even make a few new connections as you learn from what you read! In Body Systems, you can find out all about the systems of the human body and how they are constantly at work to keep you healthy, keep...
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Did you know that if all your blood vessels were laid out end-to-end, they would stretch all the way around the world, not just once but twice? Not only that-you are made up of millions of cells, many miles' worth of nerve fiber, and more than 20 feet of intestine. The human body is a truly amazing machine, capable of growth and self-repair. In this book, you can find out all about your insides and how they work. Each title in this series contains...
12) Tunnels
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IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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In Tunnels, early fluent readers will learn about the engineering that goes into building tunnels and making them safe. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they explore the built world around them. An infographic illustrates aspects of the Channel Tunnel, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about tunnels using our safe search engine that provides relevant,...
13) Roller Coasters
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IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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In Roller Coasters, early fluent readers will learn how roller coasters are engineered to keep thrill seekers safe while giving them an exciting ride. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they explore the built world around them. An infographic illustrates the physics principles that make roller coasters work, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about...
14) Stadiums
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IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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In Stadiums, early fluent readers will learn how stadiums are designed to provide the best possible experiences for performers and spectators alike. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they explore the built world around them. An infographic illustrates how stadium roofs manage sound, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about stadiums using our safe...
15) Dams
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IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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In Dams, early fluent readers will learn why dams are built and how they work. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they explore the built world around them. An infographic illustrates how dams can be used to make electricity, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about dams using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites....
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Through exciting photographs and carefully tailored vocabulary, this book introduces young readers to the ways animals eat, drink, taste, and make sounds. Beginning readers will explore the functions of mouths, teeth, and tongues across species, learning the ways these body parts help animals to survive. This book demonstrates how these structures have evolved to best serve the specific diets and habitats of different animals.
17) The Shard
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IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
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This title is all about the Shard, which is the tallest building in London and the United Kingdom. Readers will learn all about its construction, the materials that it is made from, its uses, and more. This title is written at a Level 3, specifically for transitional readers. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards.
18) Angkor Wat
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This fascinating book provides an up-close look at the Giza Pyramids. Young readers will learn about the history and construction of the structure, as well as what the site is like today. The book also features informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing!" special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers series is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades 3-5 and...
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How do bears keep warm in the winter? How does a porcupine protect itself from predators? Early readers will learn about adaptations that have developed on animals' skin to help them regulate temperature and keep safe, as well as how these adaptations change with the seasons and with an animal's environment. This book introduces beginning readers to some fascinating creatures with unique hair, fur, or spines that help them adapt to the challenges...
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What's the difference between skin and scales? Why do some animals live inside a hard shell? Early readers will learn about the diverse body coverings that allow animals to survive in their various environments, from the jungle to the ocean. Using simple language and close text-to-image correlation, this book introduces children to the fascinating ways animals' bodies have evolved to thrive in different parts of the world.
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