Emily J Dolbear
Author
Series
Publisher
The Child's World
Pub. Date
[2022]
Lexile measure
810L
Language
English
Description
"The delightfully tall tale of how Martha Jane Cannary came to be known as Calamity Jane, the toughest woman in the old wild West. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and historical context of the tale, and an introduction to the author and illustrator"--Publisher's website.
6) The Iroquois
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
©2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
850L
Language
English
Description
An exploration of the Iroquois Indians, discussing the nation's housing, relationship with settlers, culture, and more.
7) Juneteenth
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
880L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Learn the basics about Juneteenth, also called Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, and how the holiday celebrates the emancipation of slaves in the United States. Additional features include detailed captions and sidebars, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research. The Black American Journey celebrates Black History Month all year long! This engaging series provides fascinating information on the heroic...
8) John Henry
Author
Series
Lexile measure
630L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"This tall tale tells the story of mighty John Henry, the Black steel-driving folk hero who raced against a steam drill with just a hammer--and won. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and historical context of the tale, and an introduction to the author and illustrator"--Publisher's website.
Author
Series
Lexile measure
760L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"This tall tale weaves the story of how strong and fearless Mary Ludwig became Molly Pitcher, folk heroine of the Revolutionary War. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and historical context of the tale, and an introduction to the author and illustrator"--Publisher's website.
Author
Series
Lexile measure
820L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Tall tale of Alfred Bulltop Stormalong, giant sailor and captain of a huge ship called the Courser--a ship so tall it had masts with hinges so it didn't get caught on the moon. Additional features to aid comprehension include background information and historical context of the tale, and an introduction to the author and illustrator"--Publisher's website.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
590L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Addresses the social and emotional needs of kids during the COVID-19 pandemic: their fears, anxieties, and how to manage stress in various ways. Additional features include informative captions, interesting factual sidebars, suggested activities, a phonetic glossary, resources for further research, information about the author, and an index." --