Non Fiction - Middle Years Accelerated Reader
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What Would It Take To Make An Invisibility Cloak?
In science fiction, invisibility cloaks let their users vanish from sight and sneak around unnoticed. How could one of these stealthy pieces of clothing work? Scientists have some ideas, which involve bending light. Discover the science and ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Elizabeth I and Queen Victoria
How did the reigns of England's most famous queens compare? this title lets you follow both of these awesome ladies into history to discover the differences and similarities between their amazing lives! Addressing the needs of the new history ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Super Scary Ghosts
You hear a loud creak and the lights flicker. Could it be a ghost? You don’t have to believe in ghosts to enjoy spine-tingling ghost stories! Get the details about ghosts that supposedly haunt Hampton Court Palace in England and the White House in ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Super Scary Places
Imagine visiting an island covered with thousands of viper snakes. What would it be like to stroll past thousands of skeletons in the catacombs in Paris, France? Dare to discover more about some of the creepiest places around. These spooky places are...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Outrunning The Nazis
This is the true story of one mans bravery, ingenuity and determination as he trekked hundreds of kilometres across the mountains. Readers will learn about the struggles Sven Somme endured as he eluded 900 German soldiers who set out to capture him.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Tunnelling To Freedom
Experience the incredible story of the brave men who tunnelled to escape a German prisoner-of-war camp. Readers will learn about the planners, task leaders and key players of the escape from Stalag Luft III.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Lion Vs Hyena
The massive grassy African savanna is filled with the hunting activity of predators and their prey. The stamina of the hyena allows the animal to hunt until its prey is too tired to fight. The lion’s strength makes its attacks swift and severe. But...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Mysteries Of The Constellations
What are constellations? Who named them? Where can they be found? Ancient peoples believed constellations held clues to the future. These groupings of stars helped farmers plant crops and sailors find their way home. Budding astronomers will learn ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Your Passport To Turkey
What is it like to live in or visit Turkey? What makes Turkey’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Turkish people.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Scott Of The Antarctic’s Deadly Race To The South Pole
In 1910, Sir Robert Falcon Scott led a team of Englishmen racing to be the first people to reach the South Pole. Amidst freezing temperatures and raging winds, Scott and four others made it to the pole only to find that another team had beaten them ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
24 Hours In Space
Join an astronaut for a day as she goes on her first ever spacewalk, and new crew members arrive. Find out how she trained for her mission and what it's like living and working in space. How do you eat and drink at zero gravity? How do space toilets ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.2
- Points Value : 1.0
- Book Cover : Hardback
Ballistics
A shooting has occurred. Investigators have not yet found evidence. Then they look in a surface water drain and find bullet casings. They put the casings in a paper bag and send them to the lab to be analyzed. Find out about the techniques and tools ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Mysteries Of Planets, Stars And Galaxies
Does life exist somewhere other than Earth? How many planets are outside our galaxy? What happens when stars crash into each other? For a long time, people believed Earth was the only planet in the galaxy. Now we know the universe is much bigger. ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Mysteries Of Meteors, Asteroids And Comets
What are asteroids, comets and meteors made of? What can scientists do if an asteroid is heading towards Earth? Learn how astronomers prepare for space objects hitting Earth, from tracking them to building asteroid-hunting telescopes. Budding ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Tiny But Deadly Creatures
The world is crawling with all sorts of insects and other tiny creatures. But don’t be fooled by their small size. Many of these creatures are quite dangerous. Some are armed with powerful poison that can kill a person. Others carry and spread ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Beasts On The Battlefield: Animals In Combat
Animals have played an important role in warfare throughout history. The Armed Forces have long relied on animals' natural abilities to achieve their missions. From medieval warriors charging into combat on horseback to dolphins locating explosive ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
World Civilizations
Explores the main world settlements througout history, including here they were located, daily life, culture, ad historical significance.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Behind Enemy Lines
Experience the thrilling and true story of Lt Robert Grimes as he runs for his life to evade being captured by Nazi soldiers. Readers will follow Grimes as he escapes danger with help from the Comet Line, a resistance group that rescued Allied ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Polar Bear Vs Orca
The icy cold Arctic is home to both the powerful polar bear and intelligent orca, two mighty predators. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Does the polar bear’s patience in stalking its prey and strength in attack put it on top? Or ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Mysteries Of The Universe
Has the universe always existed? Scientists have looked further into space and discovered the galaxies moving. Were they once closer together? If scientists look far enough, can they discover where our universe started? Budding astronomers will learn...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Mysteries Of Black Holes And Dark Matter
What is a black hole? What is dark matter and what is it made of? How do scientists discover black holes and dark matter if they cant be seen? What do scientists know about these mysterious parts of the universe and what do they still hope to find ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Mysteries Of Meteors, Asteroids And Comets
What are asteroids, comets, and meteors made of? What can scientists do if an asteroid is headed toward Earth? Learn how astronomers prepare for space objects hitting Earth, from tracking them to building asteroid-hunting telescopes. Budding ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Your Passport To England
What is it like to live in or visit England? What makes England’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions and daily lives of England's people.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Your Passport To South Korea
What is it like to live in or visit South Korea? What makes South Korea’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of South Korean people.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Your Passport To Sri Lanka
What is it like to live in or visit Sri Lanka? What makes Sri Lanka’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions and daily lives of Sri Lankan people.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback