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  • Lowriders

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2018)
    Have you ever seen a car dance? Lowrider cars can bounce and shimmy thanks to special hydraulic suspensions and tires. Owners may even enter their cars in competitions! This low-level title introduces readers to these unique competitions, as well as other fascinating aspects of lowriders and the culture that surrounds them. Action-packed narrative openings pull the reader immediately into the action. Fun fact sidebars add bonus information of extremely high interest. Captions further explain photos. ""Identify the Vehicle"" visuals label key vehicle parts. Timelines visually map out the history of the vehicle.
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  • The Sun

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2007)
    A digital solution for your classroom with features created with teachers and students in mind: • Perpetual license • 24 hour, 7 days a week access • No limit to the number of students accessing one title at a time • Provides a School to Home connection wherever internet is available • Easy to use • Ability to turn audio on and off • Words highlighted to match audio Did you know the Sun is really a star? That bright yellow star gives Earth light and heat. Find out more about the Sun and its place in the solar system.
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  • Soccer

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Soccer is one of the most popular sports in the world! People of all ages play in backyards, parks, streets, and fields. Readers will learn the basic rules of the game in this introductory title. Colorful photos capture the fun of the game, while labels provide readers with a visual representation of the text. Sidebars introduce the soccer field and highlight a champion player. Readers will be ready to score some goals with the help of this book about soccer! There is a sport for everyone! This series introduces students to the ins and outs of sports played all around the world. Leveled text details the positions, rules, and equipment needed for each sport. Special features highlight important equipment and maneuvers, while field and court layouts add visuals to support the text. These low-level books will inspire young readers to discover their sport and get out and play!
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  • How Do You Measure Length and Distance?

    Heather Adamson, Thomas K. Adamson

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Feb. 1, 2011)
    How tall will my sunflower grow? How long is Fido’s leash? Learn how rulers and odometers can take you from inches to miles.
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  • Pluto

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2003)
    Introduces the planet Pluto and its physical characteristics, its air and temperature, and information on how scientists plant to study this planet.
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  • Saturn

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Saturn’s rings are an amazing sight to see. Learn about Saturn’s rings and other features of this fascinating planet.
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  • Learning about South America

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Lerner Publications TM, Aug. 1, 2015)
    South America is a remarkable continent, with its lush Amazon rain forest and its vibrant cities. But did you know that South America has the world's highest waterfall? Or that a South American desert is the driest on Earth? Learn more about the diverse continent of South America, from its people and countries to its landforms, economy, and more.
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  • Jupiter

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Are you ever scared of storms? Can you imagine being inside a storm that is twice as big as Earth? Read about Jupiter’s storm, the Great Red Spot, and other facts about this interesting planet.
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  • The Technology of Baseball

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Feb. 1, 2013)
    Take me out to the ballgame … or just watch the game from your phone! From motion capture technology to software such as GameChanger and PitchTrax, the tech world has become a regular part of America’s national pastime. Round the bases as you learn about the most recent breakthroughs in The Technology of Baseball.
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  • Garbage Trucks

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Blastoff Reader, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Trash cans and dumpsters are the weights garbage trucks lift with their robotic arms. Once lifted, the bins lose their weight, being flipped upside down and emptied into the trucks' hoppers. In this low-level title, children will pick up a basic knowledge of garbage trucks.
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  • Uranus

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Uranus is a big planet of clouds, gases, and liquid. Read to learn more facts about the planet.
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  • Baseball: The Math of the Game

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, July 1, 2011)
    What is the difference between batting average and slugging percentage? How far does the catcher throw the ball when he tries to gun out a runner who's stealing second? How do you predict a players season stats after only a few weeks? Race to the field to learn how math has transformed the world of baseball!
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