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Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 5 (NIMAC)
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Aftershock!
by Jesse Moritz and Ricardo BessaShake, Rattle, and Roll When Nicole moves to a new home in a frigid area of the Northern Pacific, she encounters a few big surprises. NIMAC-sourced textbook
As Large as Life: Dazzling Museum Displays
by Maggie DeSimoneNever Say No The word no isn't in Tim Quady's vocabulary. So when customers come to him and his creative team at Blue Rhino Studio, a model-making company, and ask for massive animal displays for their museums, the answer is always yes. They use their creativity and muster a lot of perseverance to build displays that will amaze every visitor who walks through the museum doors. NIMAC-sourced textbook
Decoding Doodles
by Amber FitchHidden Meaning? The doodles that you absent-mindedly scribble in your notebook might not seem that special. But some people believe they hold hidden meanings. Read what some experts claim, and see if you agree. NIMAC-sourced textbook
Auroras: Mysterious Lights
by Laura SalasGHOSTLY LIGHTS IN THE SKY Many stories throughout history have explained the beautiful lights called auroras that dance across the sky. Try to separate fact from fiction as you read about the legends and science of auroras. NIMAC-sourced textbook
Second Fiddle
by Ronan McCarthy and Simon DupuisA SECOND-CLASS HERO? Arnold is a member of The Squad of Goodness, but his teammates generally have him stay out of the way until the action's over and done with. Does that make him any less of a superhero? NIMAC-sourced textbook
Henry and the Climbing Boys
by Casie Hermansson and Chris CoadyNIMAC-sourced textbook. Risky Work. Sweeping chimneys is dangerous work, but Henry knows how to get the job done, until he's stuck working with the youngest boy on the crew.
The Secret of the Stradivarius
by Jackie LeteraNIMAC-sourced textbook. Legendary Instruments. Stradivarius violins are legendary—widely believed to be some of the most perfect instruments ever made—but no one knows why these three-hundred-year-old violins sound better than other violins. For many years, people have tried to unlock the secrets of what makes a Stradivarius superior to modern violins. Some, however, have considered a different question: what if there's no secret, and they aren't actually better?
Saffron: Red Gold
by Linda LundbergAn Ancient Treasure Throughout history, saffron was—by weight—worth more than gold; and it still is. Coveted by emperors, merchants, herbalists, and warriors, saffron is the most expensive plant product in human history. Trace this mysterious spice from its ancient roots as it spread across civilizations, becoming a valued ingredient in perfume, recipes, and medicine. NIMAC-sourced textbook
Plunged into Darkness: Understanding a Total Solar Eclipse
by Elizabeth Rusch and Isabelle RuschNIMAC-sourced textbook
Stupendous Swimmers
by Sunita ApteSwim Time Most swimmers are happy doing laps in a pool, but some like to tackle more difficult challenges. These swimmers prefer to swim across lakes or rivers—or even oceans! NIMAC-sourced textbook
The Tiniest Show on Earth: The Truth Behind Flea Circuses
by Kim PhanNIMAC-sourced textbook. CRUEL REALITY. Many people love going to the circus … but what about the flea circus? For 150 years, tiny circuses that featured fleas performing tricks were a huge sensation. But behind the happy music and exciting tricks existed a cruel reality.
Embarrassing with a Capital E
by Monica Auriemma and Alice McGintyNIMAC-sourced textbook. Nothing but Trouble. Camila's loud and rowdy family embarrasses her. When Samantha comes to visit, Camila worries that her super-annoying siblings will scare off her new friend.
Trouble At the Mill / Lewis Hine and the Power of Pictures
by Casie Hermansson and Katherine McBee and Chris CoadyNIMAC-sourced textbook
Desperate Escape
by Margie Sigman and Dongjun LeeNIMAC-sourced textbook. Refugee Boat. Thoi and June have left war-torn Vietnam in 1978 and, as refugees, are hoping for a better life in a new place. But first they have to survive some frightening perils at sea.
Building a Better World: From Toys to Tools
by Nicole WalkerOutside the Box It's safe to say that people everywhere enjoy building things using LEGO kits, blocks, or a combination of many toys. Then there are those who think outside the box. They are people who have used toys to improve the lives of others. NIMAC-sourced textbook
Concussions: Hitting the Brain Hard
by Carla MooneyHead Shot A soccer player jumps up to head the ball into the goal, but her teammate has the same idea. As both players jump, their heads collide and one player falls to the ground. She gets up but feels foggy and confused. She's hurt, but her injury isn't obvious—there are no cuts or broken bones. Yet her injury is very serious: concussions are invisible dangers. NIMAC-sourced textbook
The Neighbor
by Patrick Jones and John LeeNIMAC-sourced textbook. Rap, Rap, RAP! Dontrel doesn't like the grouchy neighbor who raps his cane on the apartment wall. And then, one day, something happens to change his mind.
Matthew, The Printer's Apprentice
by Casie Hermansson and Chris CoadyNIMAC-sourced textbook. Clumsy Fool. Matthew hates it when his master calls him "clumsy fool." Why should he stay and work when he's treated so badly?