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César Chávez
by Maria FlemingNIMAC-sourced textbook. César Chávez helped farm workers fight for better pay and better treatment from the farm owners. Read César's story to learn how one man made a difference in so many people's lives.
Growing Up Abenaki
by Joseph Bruchac and Ann BarrowNIMAC-sourced textbook. As a young boy living near the Adirondack Mountains, Joseph Bruchac didn't know that he had Native American roots. How did Joseph learn about these roots—and how did he grow up to become an Abenaki storyteller?
My Summer Without Baseball and Other Disasters
by Joanne Barkan and Daniel ValleNIMAC-sourced textbook
Danny's summer is turning into a disaster, and it's barely even started! If he can't earn some money, he won't be able to go to baseball camp. But when he takes a job at his aunt and uncle's store, he quickly learns that he's not the only person with problems. Will Danny be able to help his new friends?
The Legend of the Bluebonnet
by Diana Kizlauskas and Pat RiptonNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Comanche people are suffering. No rain falls from the sky. How can the Comanche people convince Mother Earth to help them?
Percy to the Rescue
by Diana Noonan and James HartNIMAC-sourced textbook
Tom is very excited about getting a new pet, Percy the parrot. Tom and his family try to teach Percy to talk, but Percy is more interested in watching TV. Then one day, Percy suddenly speaks, and everything changes!
Jellyfish and Octopuses
by Elsie NelleyNIMAC-sourced textbook. Jellyfish and octopuses are sea creatures. Find out what they look like, what they eat, and why some of them are among the most dangerous creatures in the ocean.
More Water, Please! Animals in Dry Places
by Jack LantzNIMAC-sourced textbook. Did you know that snakehead fish can walk on land in search of water? Learn how snakehead fish, desert frogs, and other animals can live in very dry places. You will be amazed!
Nature's Sculptures
by Margaret FettyNIMAC-sourced textbook
You might not know it, but wind, water, and ice can change the shape of the land. These forces may work for millions of years to create nature's sculptures. Find out how they work and what amazing shapes they have formed.
Freedom
by Wendy Macdonald and Warren CrossettNIMAC-sourced textbook. Diego is sure his summer vacation is going to be boring. He has a broken arm and he can't play ball, ride his bike, or do much of anything. But all this changes when he spots an eagle he begins to call Skyrider.
Leona's Sneakers
by Earl Ayder and Maurie ManningNIMAC-sourced textbook. A mysterious tube of red glitter glue helps Leona find talent she never knew she had. But fame isn't all that Leona thought it would be. Will Leona realize what's really important before it's too late?
Mr. Kean's Garden
by Ann Weil and Scott GotoNIMAC-sourced textbook
Remember to mix ashes in with the dirt when you're planting potatoes! That can't be right, can it? This is one of the things that Josela and Alberto must find out when an unfortunate accident puts them in charge of Mr. Kean's garden.
Is It Possible? Phone Booth Costume-Change
by Carmel Reilly and Joe SciglitanoNIMAC-sourced textbook