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1) Composting
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
Composting is a way to speed up the natural process of decomposition and return organic materials to the soil. Instead of throwing away organic waste, items such as fruit and vegetable scraps, eggshells, coffee grounds, and yard trimmings can be composted. The result is a dark, crumbly material that can be used to improve the soil and beautify gardens, parks, and lawns. This interesting and practical guide explains how composting works and how to...
2) Garden Math
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Math is everywhere in the garden! See what's growing inside this book-and how we need math to finish the job! You'll need your math smarts to help measure a garden's perimeter and area, calculate how many flowers will fit in a plot, predict vegetable growth and harvest dates, and more. It all adds up to a lot of fun!
3) Florist
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This book provides a peek into the career of a florist. It covers the history behind the career, the process behind their floral creations, and what experience is needed to become a master of the craft. Aligned with curriculum standards, this book also highlight key 21st Century content including global awareness, business literacy, and learning and innovation skills. Hands-on activities encourage creative and design thinking. Book includes a table...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Eating Organic helps readers trace the history of organic eating, explore the science behind it, and discuss controversies from an objective viewpoint. The title will engage readers on the topic and help them to weigh the pros and cons as they make their own food decisions. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
What must be considered when designing the perfect backyard? In order to understand the ways you can fit everything into a yard, you must understand perimeter and area. Lawns, plants, patios, and swimming pools come in all sizes and shapes. A landscape designer uses perimeter and area to plan the perfect outdoor space. With vibrant photos, math charts and diagrams, grade-appropriate text, and informational text features to help navigate the text,...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
A prisoner gardens his way to freedom in this inspiring picture-book biography.
When Elliott Michener was locked away in Alcatraz for counterfeiting, he was determined to defy the odds and bust out. But when he got a job tending the prison garden, a funny thing happened. Thoughts of escape were replaced with new interests and skills-and a sense of dignity and fulfillment. Elliott transformed Alcatraz Island, and the island transformed him.
Told...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Urban Farming helps readers trace the history of farming in urban areas, understand why we do it, explore the science behind it, and discuss controversies from an objective viewpoint. The title will engage readers on the topic and help them to weigh the pros and cons as they make their own food decisions. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In this book, students see the scientific method at work in a real-world situation. Readers practice close reading as they look for clues that will lead to a deeper understanding of food, health, and the transfer of energy. The scientific method pushes students to apply critical thinking as they learn new methods of exploration and build on concepts they may already know. Additional tools, including a glossary and index, help students learn new vocabulary...
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