Adam Woog
8) Bill Gates
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8.6 - AR Pts: 4
Description
A biography of Bill Gates including his childhood, his early work in computers, the founding of Microsoft and the expansion of the company, his private life, and future prospects.
9) The 1900s
Author
Pub. Date
[1999]
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 9.9 - AR Pts: 5
Description
Discusses the political, economic, and cultural life of the United States in the first decade of the twentieth century, including daily life, labor relations, the conservation movement, and transportation.
10) George Lucas
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2000
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8.7 - AR Pts: 5
Description
Examines the personal life, career, and success of the creator of the "Star Wars" and "Indiana Jones" movies, whose technological innovations have had a major impact on the film industry.
11) Amelia Earhart
Author
Pub. Date
c1997
Description
Summarizes the life of the noted woman pilot, focuses on her mysterious disappearance, and speculates about rumors that she was a spy and that there was a government cover-up.
12) Steven Spielberg
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c1999
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 9.1 - AR Pts: 4
Description
Explores the public and private lives of Steven Spielberg, who has combined popular storytelling with artistic creativity to become hailed as the most successful film director in the world.
13) Killer Whales
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2002]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Discusses killer whale anatomy, behavior, hunting practices and diet, and the threats they face from humans.
16) The whale
Author
Pub. Date
c1998
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 9.9 - AR Pts: 4
Description
Presents an overview of various species of whale, how they have become endangered, and what is being done to protect them from extinction.
17) Derrick Rose
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2010
Description
Examines the life and achievements of Derrick Rose, a professional basketball player with the Chicago Bulls
18) The shark
Author
Pub. Date
c1998
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 10 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Presents an overview of various species of shark, how they have become endangered, and what is being done to protect them from extinction.
20) Zombies
Author
Pub. Date
c2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 9.2 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Presents an introduction to the myths, legends, and folklore surrounding zombies, discussing how different cultures have depicted them throughout the ages and the rituals they have used to fight them.