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The Untold History of Television provides a captivating glimpse behind the scenes of the groundbreaking series that have both defined and changed the pop culture landscape. Go behind the scenes to explore the inception and development of these series, thought-provoking episode analysis, and on-the-set stories about the cast and crew.
This ebook bundles includes eight Untold History titles: Breaking Bad, Downtown Abbey, Freaks and Geeks, Friday Night...
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Explores the similarities between spiders and daddy long legs, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like body shape, ability to make silk, and defense mechanisms can be used to identify these common arachnids. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to the author, and an index.
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Python® is a programming language that is designed to make coding more readable with fewer lines of code, and for these reasons, it has become one of the most popular of all coding languages. This exciting title breaks down the complexities of Python into concepts that are approachable for elementary readers. Stimulating sidebars, eye-catching photos, and engaging graphic organizers enhance the manageable text. Equipped with the concepts in this...
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Coding can lead young learners on a path to an empowering and lucrative career. The smartphone app Hopscotch® allows kids to learn to code through games that stimulate their problem-solving skills and creativity. This engaging title breaks down how readers can learn to code in even just a few minutes from Hopscotch's innovative activities, which involve building games, animations, and more. This text features visuals from the Hopscotch app and colorful...
5) Just a Boy
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A heartwarming short story from bestselling author and foster carer Casey Watson.
A digital-exclusive short story from Casey Watson, plus a sneak peek chapter from Casey's highly anticipated next title, Breaking the Silence, and sample chapters from each of Casey's five moving and inspirational titles.
Although he isn't with them for long, Cameron immediately touches the hearts of Casey's whole family. A sweet boy with a great sense of humor, he...
7) The Bad Guy
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Mason "The Beast from the East" Locke had always been a fighter. From an abusive childhood to a successful career in MMA, he'd made a name for himself and proven everyone wrong who'd doubted him. But one bad move changed the trajectory of his life, and now Mason would do almost anything to avoid the spotlight. When Annabelle Emerson moved to his small town and stepped foot into his strip club, trouble followed. Mason decided to take it upon himself...
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Explores the similarities between butterflies and moths, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like antennae shape, wing structure, and coloring can be used to identify these flying insects. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to the author, and an index.--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Explores the similarities between alligators and crocodiles, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like teeth, snout shape, and habitat can be used to identify these fearsome reptiles. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to the author, and an index.--
10) Wasps and bees
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Explores the similarities between wasps and bees, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like body shape, diet, and nesting materials can be used to identify these stinging insects. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to the author, and an index.--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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Explores the similarities between hares and rabbits, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like ear shape, leg size, and habitat can be used to identify these furry creatures. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to the author, and an index.--
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IL: LG - BL: 3.1 - AR Pts: 1
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Explores the similarities between dolphins and porpoises, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like body shape, nose size, and dorsal fin shape can be used to identify these underwater mammals. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to the author, and an index.--
13) Toads and frogs
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Explores the similarities between toads and frogs, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like skin texture, methods of reproduction, and winter survival methods can be used to identify these hopping amphibians. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to the author, and an index.--...
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Explores the similarities between lizards and salamanders, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like size, habitat, and periods of activity can be used to identify these cold-blooded creatures. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to the author, and an index.--
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Explores the similarities between llamas and alpacas, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like face shape, temperament, and wool texture can be used to identify these South American farm animals. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to the author, and an index.--
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IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Explores the similarities between puffins and penguins, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like habitat, ability to fly, and beak shape can be used to identify these black and white sea birds. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to the author, and an index.--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 1
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Explores the similarities between turtles and tortoises, and how to tell them apart. Discover how traits like shell shape, habitat, and lifespan can be used to identify these slow-moving reptiles. Additional features include a side-by-side comparison of the animals, an activity encouraging readers to demonstrate their knowledge, a phonetic glossary, sources for further reading, an introduction to the author, and an index.
Is that a llama or an alpaca?...
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Charity's Children tells, the true story of the training of a cardiovascular surgeon from his internship through his year as, chief resident at Charity Hospital, one of the world's largest and most important teaching hospitals. This story is set in the early days of cardiac surgery-the late 1960s through 1970s, when today's technology was not yet available. The author takes you into his life, from the lowest-level intern performing round-the-clock...
19) Breaking Away
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**Previously titled BREAKING FENCES** All Beatriz "Bia" Fernandes wants is to prove herself-to her family and friends-though it's hard to prove anything with an overbearing father and three famous polo-playing older brothers. After her acceptance into college results in a heated family argument, the Brazilian girl leaves everything behind to find her own American dream. College life away from home is perfect until the people she believes to be her...
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Sunday Times bestselling author and foster carer Casey Watson's inspiring memoirs Mummy's Little Helper and Little Prisoners combined in a single volume with her deeply moving latest title Breaking the Silence, about two troubled little boys who both desperately need a loving home, and find comfort and friendship in the most unlikely of places. Breaking the Silence is the true story of Jenson, a nine-year-old boy who has been left home alone while...