Jacqueline Farmer
1) Apples
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Today, the average American consumes about sixty-five fresh apples each year. Where do so many apples come from? How do they grow? Jacqueline Farmer takes young readers on a field trip to the apple orchard to find out how apple growers turn seeds and seedlings into the many different varieties of America's favorite fruit. Recipes, trivia, and fun facts included.
2) Pumpkins!
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Presents a history of pumpkins, how they are grown, their nutritional value, and recipes using pumpkin.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Readers of all ages will learn the history of Valentine's Day as well as its past and present traditions in this informative dual-level text. The simple and lively first-layer text is perfect for story time, while the detailed second layer provides in-depth information Includes Valentine Day jokes, fun facts, and two holiday activities.
5) Bananas!
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Publisher
Charlesbridge
Pub. Date
c1999
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Describes the growth, distribution, history, and nutritional value of the banana. Includes recipes, poems, and jokes.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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The Christmas tree tradition has roots in many ancient cultures. Originally, it had little to do with gift-giving, reindeer, or elves. O CHRISTMAS TREE explores the history and traditions--from the tree's origins to the first tree lights and decorations--that led to how people enjoy these trees today. Also includes information about how these special evergreens are grown. Beautiful illustrations capture the magic and festivity of the holiday season....
7) Calabazas
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English
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Spanish edition of PUMPKINS. Did you know pumpkins have been around for 11,000 years? Or that the biggest pumpkin on record weighed over 1,300 pounds? Learn all about pumpkins-where they come from, how to grow them, and more-in this informative book that's guaranteed to squash the competition. Recipes, fun facts, and resources round out the text.
8) Calabazas
Author
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Pub. Date
c2006
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
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"Presents a history of pumpkins and explains how they are grown. Also includes their nutritional value, facts, and pumpkin recipes"--Provided by publisher.
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