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Riverboat Boy
by Melaina Faranda and Nina KudinovaNIMAC-sourced textbook. Joe lives on a paddle steamer with his parents and younger sisters. He loves life on the boat, but he longs for a friend his own age. One night, while investigating a mysterious noise, he makes a shocking discovery. Could this be the opportunity Joe has always wanted?
Robot Trouble
by Claire Daniel and Christine BenjaminNIMAC-sourced textbook. When Gabriela misses the deadline to sign up for Space Camp, she decides to build a robot, hoping that the robot will be impressive enough to secure her a job at the Space Center. But when the robot doesn't always understand instructions, Gabriela and her brother have some hilarious mishaps.
Running for the Bus
by Caroline Hu and Peter CoreyNIMAC-sourced textbook. Tommy is always running because he's late for the bus. And now the school's minibus has broken down! As the whole school works to raise funds for a new one, Tommy helps Adam prepare for the basketball fundraiser, while also improving his own running skills for the big race. Will they raise enough money for a new minibus?
The Search for New Lands
by Ellen CatalaNIMAC-sourced textbook
Who was Marco Polo? What did Christopher Columbus find? Learn about these European explorers and others as you read about the search for new lands.
Secondhand Superstars
by Heather Hammonds and Diane FeyerNIMAC-sourced textbook. One day at school, Sasha is teased for wearing secondhand clothes. Sasha's brother, Chris, comes up with an idea to cheer her up and show everyone how wearing recycled clothing can benefit people and the planet. Sasha's best friend, Kaz, is excited about helping out, too. With the assistance of a mystery guest, their plan might just work!
A Secret World of Codes
by John ParsonsNIMAC-sourced textbook. For thousands of years, people have used secret codes to communicate. From picture codes to written codes and ciphers, codes help people pass secret messages to one another. But did you know that the languages you read and write are also codes? Learn how people throughout time have used letters, numbers, and pictures to communicate.
Space Technology in Space and on Earth
by Cara TorranceNIMAC-sourced textbook. Amazing technology has been developed for space travel—technology that has often been adapted for use on Earth. Solar panels developed to power spacecraft are now used to provide power for people's homes. Protective plastic developed for space helmets is used to make lenses for the glasses people wear every day. These and other important Earth technologies might never have been developed without the special challenges of space travel.
Stars of the Red Carpet
by Susy Boyer and Marianne PosadasNIMAC-sourced textbook. When stressed-out entertainment lawyer Eva and her daughter, Tania, take a weekend drive to the country to escape the pressures of day-to-day life, a car breakdown and an unexpected meeting open up a whole new world of possibilities for them. They discover a peaceful country town, where a new life beckons for Eva, Tania and the Empire, an old run-down movie theater that has seen better days.
Stranded in Space
by Dede Putra and Michael PryorNIMAC-sourced textbook. Trina and her family are on a long journey through space to their new home on the planet Bounty, when they have to evacuate their damaged ship. Trina's escape pod spins off course, and she finds herself stranded on Epsilon Gamma, a planet made up of tropical islands. All by herself, Trina has to make a shelter, find food, and keep out of danger—but is she really alone?
Super Winter Survivors
by Pamela Wright and Diane BlairNIMAC-sourced textbook. Many animals have winter survival strategies. Learn how animals use hibernation, migration, and camouflage to survive the long, harsh winter.
Swamp Explorer
by Kathleen SimpsonNIMAC-sourced textbook. Take a tour through a swamp and learn all about its features and creatures. Explore the swamp's food chains and learn how you can help take care of the swamps.
The Tale of the Troublesome Toad
by Richard Hoit and Quentin FlynnNIMAC-sourced textbook
In this fable, the residents of the peaceful village of Beauchamp receive a visitor who is determined to shower his dubious advice upon the love-struck Monsieur Cheval. Fortunately, there are wiser heads among Monsieur Cheval's friends. But will he listen before it's too late?
Tennis Club Tension
by Diana Noonan and Nathalie OrtegaNIMAC-sourced textbook. Jake's family has always helped to run the tennis club. But everything starts to go wrong when Mr. Sewell and his son Lucas come to town. Now there's tension at the club and at school. The only bright spot for Jake is an exciting school tennis competition. But Lucas is taking part in the competition as well, and his dad really wants him to win.
Texas Assessment Preparation, Grade 5
by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing CompanyNIMAC-sourced textbook. TEKS-based instruction in fiction, drama, poetry, exposition, literary nonfiction, and persuasion. Assessment practice in reading, writing, revising, and editing.
Thea and the Think-It-Arium
by Cameron Macintosh and Giulia RivoltaNIMAC-sourced textbook
Thea has always wanted a goldfish, so she is very excited when her brother tells her about think-it-ariums. Wearing a headset, a person can imagine what they want to see in the fish tank, and then it appears! But when Thea's imagined creatures get hungry for peanuts, the think-it-arium doesn't seem so fun anymore. Can Thea un-think the creatures before it's too late?
They Fought for Justice
by Jill McDougallNIMAC-sourced textbook
Throughout history, many individuals have fought for justice and equality. The six people in this book are remarkable examples of people who fought for what is right. Through their courage, leadership, and self-sacrifice, they improved the lives of millions of people. Today, their stories continue to inspire others to work toward a fairer world.
Time and Clocks
by Debbie CroftNIMAC-sourced textbook
You might often ask, 'What time is it?'—but you probably don't ask, 'Time, what is it?' Time is the way we measure the passing of one moment to the next. Early clocks measured the passing of sand through an hourglass or the melting of wax on a candlestick. Later on, clocks and clock towers were built as monuments in large cities.
Treasure Lost at Sea
by Lisa RaoNIMAC-sourced textbook
Do you dream about finding buried treasure or sunken gold? Read about the Nuestra Señora de Atocha and learn how the ship vanished while carrying gold, silver, and precious stones. Then discover how it was found over 300 years later!
Unexplained Mysteries
by George IvanoffNIMAC-sourced textbook
Everyone loves a good mystery! What are UFOs and where do they come from? What strange creatures inhabit the depths of the ocean or the unexplored wilderness? What did ancient civilizations know that we don't? Why do some people go missing without a trace, and where did they go? Mysteries tap into our hidden fears and give us chills and thrills as we try to solve them. Find out about some well-known unsolved mysteries and see if these explanations are enough to satisfy you.
Unusual Buildings
by Debbie CroftNIMAC-sourced textbook
There are unusual buildings all over the world. Most of them are recognizable from the outside by their interesting or unique designs. There are buildings that look like baskets, bookshelves, or flowers! Find out about some of the most unique buildings in the world—where they are, how they were built, and what makes them special.
Unusual Sports
by Phillip SimpsonNIMAC-sourced textbook
Many unusual sports are played around the world. Some of them require unusual equipment and some have interesting rules. They all involve physical skill, agility, and mental strategy. Most importantly, they are always fun to play.