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Books in BTR Zone: Blue series

  • Secretariat

    Capstone

    Paperback (Capstone Classroom, March 1, 2013)
    When it comes to horse racing, one name stands out Secretariat. Thought of as a long shot at first, this big, red, loveable horse rocketed to fame. Follow the life of Secretariat, from his early training to his moment in the spotlight as the 1973 Triple Crown winner.
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  • Earth's Last Frontier: Research in the Deep Seas

    Capstone Classroom

    Paperback (Capstone Classroom, March 1, 2013)
    Oceans cover most of Earth. In some places the ocean is 7 miles deep! How do scientists explore the deepest places on the planet? What have they found on the sea floor? Learn about the creatures of the deep seas, the machines used in exploration, and important shipwreck discoveries.
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  • Heroes of the Wwe

    Capstone Classroom

    Paperback (Capstone Classroom, March 1, 2013)
    Professional wrestlers have thrilled audiences since the 1800s. Learn all about the history and biggest stars of this exciting sport.
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  • Serena and Venus Williams

    Gregory N Peters, Capstone

    Paperback (Capstone Classroom, March 1, 2013)
    These two famous tennis champions aren't just competitors―they're sisters! Follow the lives of the Williams sisters, as they grow from practicing on the court with their dad to bringing home Olympic gold.
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  • Space Research: How Does It Affect Life on Earth?

    Capstone

    Paperback (Capstone Classroom, March 1, 2013)
    From freeze-dried food to heart pumps, space science has changed our lives on Earth. Explore how many of the products we use every day are spin-offs of science and engineering innovations from NASA.
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  • Animal Heroes

    Gregory N Peters

    Paperback (Capstone Classroom, March 1, 2013)
    In the face of great danger, animal heroes step up to the challenge. Learn about brave animals that have rescued someone in need, often by putting their own lives at risk.
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  • Trailblazers in Frozen Worlds

    Capstone

    Paperback (Capstone Classroom, March 1, 2013)
    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 What would it be like to travel to the north or south pole? Throughout the last century, many brave men and women risked their lives finding out. Learn about their adventures and what they discovered during their expeditions.
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  • Auto Racing: Life in the Fast Lane

    Capstone

    Paperback (Capstone Classroom, March 1, 2013)
    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 Speed through the thrilling world of auto racing. From NASCAR to rally racing, learn about the cars, the drivers, the tracks, and everything in between.
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  • Daredevils

    Gregory N Peters, Capstone

    Paperback (Capstone Classroom, March 1, 2013)
    Are you a daredevil? Daredevils take risks to perform amazing stunts. Learn more about these daring performers and how they break the rules to carry out jaw-dropping feats.
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  • Btr Zone: Blue

    None

    Paperback (Capstone Classroom, March 1, 2013)
    Perfect for small group instruction geared toward Response to Intervention, BTR Zone: Bridge to Reading motivates reluctant and struggling readers with high-interest nonfiction focused on science, adventure, biography, history, and sports. With scaffolds such as on-page definitions, photographs, illustrations, captions, subheads, and informational graphics, BTR Zone books provide practice with the text features so important to understanding informational text. A teaching plan steeped in Common Core State Standards for Literacy provides instruction for vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, and authentic writing truly providing a bridge for students to become more strategic readers.
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  • Geronimo: Wise Warrior

    Capstone Classroom

    Paperback (Capstone Classroom, March 1, 2013)
    A great tragedy drove Apache warrior Geronimo to years at war. Discover how the fierce fighter spent much of his life seeking revenge and longing to return to his homeland.
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