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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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If you have ever asked yourself where the Golden Snitch came from, how the Bludgers came into existence, or why the Wigtown Wanderers have pictures of meat cleavers on their robes, you need Quidditch Through the Ages. This invaluable volume is consulted by young Quidditch fans on an almost daily basis. Now fully illustrated in brilliant color by award-winning artist Emily Gravett, this special new edition is a beautiful gift for Harry Potter fans...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Did you know that ski superpipe athletes launch themselves as high as possible to perform incredible midair tricks? They race up superpipe walls and soar through the air while fans cheer. They perform tricks such as double flips and 1080 spins. The best superpipe skiers earn prizes at competitions all over the world. Enter the Extreme Winter Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, moves, competitions, and top athletes connected to ski superpipe....
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Big Nate (Chapter books) volume 2
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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Sixth-grader and self-proclaimed genius Nate Wright faces his all-time enemy, Gina, when they are paired to work on a research paper together and she also gets a position on his intramural team.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Isaac Roth's big brother was a forward for the Wildcats, and Isaac wants to be one too. His dream is to be the highest-scoring forward ever. The problem is that Isaac is short. Coach Turnbull thinks he'd be a better point guard than a forward, since he's fast and small. Will Isaac be able to change his dream and play for the team, or will he give up on the sport he loves?
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This title explores the most shocking upsets in sports history, from Super Bowl stunners to unexpected Olympics heroics. The title also features informative sidebars, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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In 2015, when Ohio State took on the University of Oregon in the first College Football Playoff championship game, millions of sports fans tuned in. But back in 1869, when Rutgers University and Princeton University played the first-ever college football game, no one predicted the national spectacle that a college football championship game would become. Author Matt Doeden takes readers on a journey from the disorganized games of the early years to...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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High interest, edgy activities fill the pages of Nailed It! Extreme Snowboarding. The carefully written, considerate text will hold the readers' interest and allow for successful mastery and comprehension. Written in the high-low format, this series has a HIGH interest level to appeal to a more mature audience but maintains a LOW level of complexity with clear visuals to help struggling readers along. Extreme Snowboarding presents the thrills and...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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No one does dynasties quite like the National Basketball Association. And over the decades, great teams have taken the league to new heights. Relive basketball's top moments, from the Bill Russell Era of the Boston Celtics with eight straight championships to the rise of Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls. Check out our top ten greatest men's basketball teams, see why they made the cut, and make your own ranking!
11) Ghost
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Track (Jason Reynolds) volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 6
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English
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Aspiring to be the fastest sprinter on his elite middle school's track team, gifted runner Ghost finds his goal challenged by a tragic past with a violent father.
12) Sports cars
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Describes the history, parts, and performance of sports cars"--Provided by publisher.
14) Soccer
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Bring your ball and head for the pitch. We're about to learn why soccer ranks among the...TOP HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS.
15) Snowboarding
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Learn all about snowboarding, including types of snowboarding and gear, history of the sport, and competition.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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The sports world is full of epic comebacks, upsets, chokes, and clutch performances. The most memorable buzzer-beating baskets, double-digit comebacks, and unexpected meltdowns are all here alongside vivid photos and lively writing from award-winning sports author Matt Doeden. From racing legend Man o' War's only career loss in 1919 to the 2017 Super Bowl's incredible finish, sports fans will have plenty to digest. Doeden also writes about the science...
18) Extreme parkour
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Provides an introduction to parkour--freerunning describing some of the basic moves including rolling, jumping and mounting.
20) Skydiving
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"You want intense? How about leaping out of an airplane? Don't worry, there are parachutes! Skydiving is more than just a fast way to the ground. Skydivers perform amazing gymnastics as they soar through the air. Find out how skydiving became a sport, learn about the gear skydivers use, and experience the thrill of free fall." --cover.