Non Fiction - Middle Years Accelerated Reader
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Wolf Vs Golden Eagle
The mountain habitat can provide shelter and water for cunning predators, and the wolf and the golden eagle thrive there. The wolf can travel 50 miles a day to find prey. The striking force of a golden eagle’s talons can be compared to that of a ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.0
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Busting Myths About Great White Sharks
Big bodies. Razor-sharp teeth. Crushing jaws. Great white sharks are some of the most feared sharks. Some people say they seek out people as food. But this is a myth. Attacks on people are very rare. Some people say great whites live only in warm ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.0
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
The Tech Behind Racing Cars
Don't blink! You might miss the racing car whizz past! Technology is behind this super speed and impressive power. New tyre compounds produce top grip and battery upgrades keep electric racing cars accelerating to ever-higher top speeds. Advanced ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.0
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
De Gea
David De Gea is the Spanish superstar who earned a dream move to Manchester United and proved himself to be their best goalkeeper since the legendary Peter Schmeichel. David has had to face the pressure of expectation throughout his career, but his ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.1
- Points Value : 4
- Book Cover : Paperback
Corals: Secrets Of Their Reef-Making Colonies
Huge coral reefs can stretch across the sea for miles! But take a closer look, and you'll see that each coral is actually a tiny, simple animal. Discover how both hard and soft corals build colonies. Then learn about the threats to corals and their ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.1
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Animal Extinction Emergency
Countless animals around the world are in danger of dying out! But why are species going extinct, and what happens when we lose them? In this nonfiction graphic novel, Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists are on a mission to find out. Using ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.1
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Explorers Of The Coldest Places On Earth
For many decades, courageous men and women have ventured to our planet's foreboding icy regions. These brave explorers risk life and limb in the name of science or for the thrill of adventure. Who are these thrill seekers and why do they do it? Turn ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.1
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Explorers Of The Remotest Places On Earth
Of all the places to explore on Earth, remote places are often said to be the most challenging. Yet brave explorers travel to the most remote corners of the world, pushing through vast forests, icy polar regions and other landscapes. Who are these ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.1
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Save The Cheetah
Cheetahs are the fastest mammals on the planet and loved by many people. So why are they under threat of extinction? Find out all about cheetahs, the threats they face, what is being done to try and save them and how you can help to answer their ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Daring Escape From Alcatraz
Located on an island in San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz was once considered one of the country’s most secure prisons. But that didn’t stop three prisoners from making a daring escape the night of June 11, 1962. They set sail across the bay on a ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Neymar
As Neymar Jr made the long walk to the penalty spot, he knew this was his chance, the one that he had dreamed of since the age of three. If he scored, Brazil would be Olympic Champions for the first time ever.'Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior is the ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.2
- Points Value : 4
- Book Cover : Paperback
Sophie Scholl: Daring Activist Of World War II
During World War II, Germany’s Nazi forces stormed across Europe, committing horrific crimes against Jewish people and others. In 1942, 21-year-old Sophie Scholl formed a student-led, anti-Nazi organization called the White Rose. Their goal: to ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Out Of This World!
How much do you know about space? Are you an asteroid expert or a gravity guru? Can you tell the difference between a meteoroid and a meteorite? Would you be able to spot the Pole Star in the night sky? Test your skills with quick quizzes, diagrams ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.2
- Points Value : 1.0
- Book Cover : Paperback
Strange Beasts
Animals come in all shapes and sizes. Some are cute and cuddly. Some are frightening and fierce. And some are downright strange! Have you ever seen a blobfish? This deep-sea creature looks like a swimming blob. How about a glass frog? You can see ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.2
- Points Value : 1.0
- Book Cover : Paperback
Unsolved Questions About The Universe
What’s inside a black hole? What are the sounds we hear from the depths of space? How did the moon form? When it comes to the realm beyond our planet, there are a whole lot of questions we’re still trying to answer. Get ready to explore the ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Surfing And Other Extreme Water Sports
Ride a wave and check out the wild world of surfing! Learn about surfing, how it started, equipment needed and safety measures taken for this extreme sport. Discover other water sports, and learn how athletes practise their skills and experience ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Explorers Of The Highest Places On Earth
The amount of available oxygen at the highest place on Earth is just under 7%. Explorers risk their lives and test their lungs traveling to these great heights atop mountains. Who are these adventurers and why do they do it? Turn the pages to find ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Rainforest Destruction
Trees are being cut down around the world. But why are rainforests being cleared, and what happens if they disappear? In this non-fiction graphic novel, Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists are on a mission to find out! Using their ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Steven Spielberg: Get To Know The Extraordinary Film-Maker
Steven Spielberg has changed the cinematic world with his hugely popular films. Testing out new technology, telling dramatic stories and collaborating with successful directors, actors and producers has helped build Spielberg's reputation as a top ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Wangari Maathai: Get To Know The Woman Who Planted Trees
Wangari Maathai was a fierce protector of the environment and a couragous advocate for women's rights, especially in her native country of Kenya. Her journey from a girl of rural Africa to college professor, founder of the Green Belt Movement, and ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.2
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
My Story: Historical Fiction Pack | 6 Books
This My Story collection includes the following bestselling titles, all quizzed for Accelerated Reader
MY STORY: NOOR-UN-NISSA INAYAT KHAN MYPLUS 5.2
MY STORY: PRINCESS SOPHIA DULEEP SINGH MY 5.3
MY STORY: ROMAN INVASION MY 6.2
MY STORY: THE ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.2
- Book Cover : Paperback
Defending The Earth
Earth is bombarded every day by objects from space. Most of the time they’re harmless. But occasionally much larger objects come along that pose a real threat. If a large asteroid or comet hit Earth, it could change life as we know it. Is there a ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Your Passport To South Africa
What is it like to live in or visit South Africa? What makes South Africa’s culture unique? Grab your World Passport guide to South Africa and learn about the customs, traditions, food, celebrations and landmarks that distinguish this amazing ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Running Water
Where does clean drinking water come from? Discover the story behind one of the necessities of life. From facts on how much water we use daily to how dirty water becomes bacteria-free and safe enough to drink, readers will learn about why we need ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Sky Brown: Skateboarding Phenomenon
At just 10 years of age, British skateboarder Sky Brown became the youngest professional skateboarder in the world. Instead of using a coach, she learns her tricks online. She’s not afraid to take risks and push limits. Even after a horrific fall ...
- ATOS Book Level : 5.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback