Elliott Smith
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Throughout American history, income inequality has been a huge problem that harms people of color and women. This book explores causes of inequality and its lasting effects on entire demographics"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Readers look at the issue of immigration in the US and globally, examining the history, laws, and causes surrounding immigrants' and refugees' search for a better life and the difficulties they face"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Juneteenth is the celebration of the day enslaved people in Texas were were told they were freed. This book explores Juneteenth's little-told history, from the first Jubilee to the making of a national holiday"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Gun violence has had a continued impact on public safety. This title takes a closer look at the effects of gun violence on specific demographics and American society"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"In 2020, police killings caught on bystander video placed US police under scrutiny and spurred activists to call for reform. Learn the history and factors behind police brutality in the US, especially in Black communities"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2022]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"This engaging and informative title delves into the history of the opioid crisis, details the science behind opioid addiction, and advises young people on how they can help those in their communities struggling with addiction"--
Author
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Even after the institution of slavery became illegal, the legacy of slavery continued through injustices created by the Jim Crow laws. Learn more about these discriminatory laws that have shaped America's past and present"--
Author
Language
English
Description
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience!
Racism and profit were driving forces in the growth of slavery. The transatlantic trade of enslaved people saw millions of kidnapped Africans sent around the world, many of them to the Americas. Even after the importation of enslaved people was banned in 1808, slavery did not end in the US. Read this book to learn about the...
Author
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"The abolitionist movement existed alongside slavery in the US from the beginning. Learn about the movement's history, prominent abolitionists, and how they used tactics from powerful rhetoric to direct, disruptive action to help end slavery"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
When Bo decides to ring the doorbell of the spooky house on Spring Street, he does not expect to discover an opportunity to learn about treating neighbors with kindness and friendship.
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Why is Green Bay, Wisconsin, nicknamed "Titletown?" Does "icing" the kicker of an opposing team actually work? Do sewer systems in some cities really get flooded during halftime on Super Bowl Sunday? Dig in to get the real stories behind these and other great football myths and legends!"--
Author
Series
Publisher
SportsZone, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"This title introduces readers to Harper, providing exciting details about his life and going deep inside the key moments of his baseball career. The title also features fun facts and quotes, a glossary, and further resources."--Publisher's website.
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Did the U.S. men's Olympic hockey team really win the gold medal by beating the Soviet Union in 1980? Do Detroit Red Wings fans really throw octopuses onto the ice at home games? Do hockey players really get to take the Stanley Cup home with them? Get ready to learn the real stories behind these and other great hockey myths and legends!"--
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Did a major-league pitcher really hit a bird with a fastball in the middle of a game? What did a goat have to do with the Chicago Cubs not winning a championship for more than 70 years? Did Babe Ruth really point toward center field just before hitting a big home run in the 1932 World Series? Prepare to uncover the real stories behind these and other great baseball myths and legends!"--
19) Baseball battle
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Lifelong friends Jackson and Logan are moving up from T-ball to baseball, but when both boys want to play first base they must decide if baseball is more important than their friendship.
20) Trae Young
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young is an up-and-coming basketball prodigy with elite offensive skills. Sports fans will love this high-action book about one of basketball's newest stars"--