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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This informative book guides young readers through the early life, presidency, and legacy of John F. Kennedy. The book also includes an "Issue Spotlight" special feature, several "Did You Know" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Beacon level, aligned to reading levels of grades 2-3 and interest levels of grades 3-5.
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A colorfully illustrated, pocket-size picture book biography about John F. Kennedy,
35th President of the United States.
John F. Kennedy was an incredibly popular American politician who served as 35th President of the United States from 1961 to 1963, during the Cold War. As president, he most notably supported the African American Civil Rights Movement, authorized the Bay of Pigs invasion on the southern coast of Cuba, and dealt with the Cuban...
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English
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Did you know that President John F. Kennedy liked listening to bagpipes? Did you know he was also a war hero? Emerging readers will learn these facts and so much more in this title about the early life and presidency of America's youngest president! As students read, they will encounter vibrant images alongside maps, timelines, profiles, questions, and more.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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This title will introduce little readers to the 35th president of the United States, John F. Kennedy. Readers will gather basic, biographical information about Kennedy through easy-to-read, simple text. They'll also love the historical photographs, the More Facts section, and bolded glossary terms. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
Español
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This title will introduce little readers to the 35th president of the United States, John F. Kennedy. Readers will gather basic, biographical information about Kennedy through easy-to-read, simple text. They'll also love the historical photographs, the More Facts section, and bolded glossary terms. Translated by native Spanish speakers. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
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Though he had less than three years in office, John F. Kennedy made a lasting and profound mark as U.S. president. Deftly handling the Cuban Missile Crisis and supporting civil rights laws and the space race, Kennedy represented the promise for a better future. Readers examine the life of the accomplished and charismatic 35th president whose life and term were tragically ended too soon.
10) John F. Kennedy
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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I was the 35th President of the United States and a recipient of the Pulitzer Prize. I am John F. Kennedy.
Just in time for the 50th anniversary of his assassination, learn all about the youngest-ever President of the United States in the continuation of Scholastic's biography series, I Am. Each book features a full-color illustrated cover, one-color illustrations throughout, a detailed timeline, introductions to other notable people from the story,...
11) John F. Kennedy
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This biography introduces readers to John F. Kennedy including his military service, early political career, and key events from Kennedy's administration including the Cold War, space race, Bay of Pigs invasion, and Cuban missile crisis. Information about his childhood, family, and personal life is included. A timeline, fast facts, and sidebars provide additional information. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big...
12) John F. Kennedy
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English
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Did you know that President John F. Kennedy liked listening to bagpipes? Did you know he was also a war hero? Emerging readers will learn these facts and so much more in this title about the early life and presidency of America's youngest president!
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"Houston, Texas, 1962. In the midst of the Space Race, a young girl and her family listen to President John F. Kennedy give a speech at Rice University. Aligned with curriculum standards, these narrative-nonfiction books also highlight key 21st Century content : Global awareness, media literacy, and civic literacy. Thought-provoking content and hands-on activities encourage critical thinking. Book includes a table of contents, glossary of key words,...
16) John F. Kennedy!
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U.S. history comes to life like never before in this full-color graphic novel! We all know that John F. Kennedy was a World War II hero and a pro at giving speeches. But did you also know he survived shark-infested waters, suffered a case of mistaken identity, and once used a coconut to send a secret message?
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.2 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
When John F. Kennedy became the youngest person ever elected president of the United States in 1961, he stepped to the forefront of an invisible battleground. The Cold War standoff between America and the Soviet Union threatened to lead to nuclear war and worldwide destruction. Kennedy also faced domestic turmoil with the civil rights movement. Despite these challenges, Kennedy worked to bring the country into a "New Frontier." He supported space...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 9.2 - AR Pts: 8
Language
English
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On May 25, 1961, JFK made an astonishing announcement: his goal of putting a man on the moon by the end of the decade. Brinkley brings together the extraordinary political, cultural, and scientific factors that fueled the birth and development of NASA and the Mercury, Gemini and Apollo projects, which shot the United States to victory in the space race against the Soviet Union at the height of the Cold War. Drawing on new primary source material and...
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A study guide for John F. Kennedy's "John F. Kennedy's Inaugural Address", excerpted from Gale's acclaimed Literary themes for Students: the American Dream series. This concise study guide includes plot summary; character analysis; author biography; study questions; historical context; suggestions for further reading; and much more. For any literature project, trust Literary themes for Students: The American Dream for all of your research needs.
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