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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Poor Buford has horns that curve out behind him and back around near his feet. He can't climb as the other sheep do, so he moves down to a ranch and hides among the cattle. Soon he is found by hunters and discovers his horns are wonderful after all!
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"As skiing evolves from mom-and-pop backcountry hills to megaresorts and all-access passes, the pioneers and diehards--the ski bums -- remain the beating heart of the sport. Veteran ski journalist and former ski bum Heather Hansman takes readers on an exhilarating journey into the hidden history of American skiing, offering a glimpse into an underexplored subculture from the perspective of a true insider. Hopping from Vermont to Colorado, Montana...
3) Bunny Slopes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.1 - AR Pts: 1
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In this interactive picture book, the reader must help Bunny stay on course as he skies down the slope.
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Mr. Magee books volume 3
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
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An encounter with a moose while they are learning to ski provides Mr. Magee and his dog with some unexpected excitement.
11) Crazy blood
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"The Carson dynasty rules the ski resort town of Mammoth Lakes in the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California. Founded by patriarch Adam, the town is the site of the Mammoth Cup ski race - a qualifier for the Olympics. But when Wylie Welborn, Adam's illegitimate grandson, returns after a stint in Afghanistan, it reopens a dark moment in Carson family history: the murder of Wylie's father by his jealous and very pregnant wife, Cynthia. Her son Sky, born...
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Vampire Academy volume 2
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 12
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While on a school skiing trip, guardian-in-training Rose faces everything from misunderstandings between friends to fights among factions of Moroi as reports of horrific Strigoi attacks raise tensions, ultimately leading Rose and some of those closest to her into a battle that teaches her much about life, death, and love.
13) Winter sports
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Pub. Date
[2021]
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"Skis and snowboards zipping down the hill, ice skates carving their way along a frozen pond, and so much more. Which winter sports do you play? Explore all about winter sports through simple, inviting text paired with vibrant images for seasons of fun!"--
14) Falling stars
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"Emily Ammerman has always felt at home amid the ski runs and slopes of Snowdrift Summit, the Colorado resort her family has operated for decades. Snow is her element, and she doesn’t hesitate when a new client asks her to train him to ski The Plunge, one of Colorado’s most treacherous runs. But Zach Ryder is no regular client. On screen, he’s famous for starring as a daring CIA officer who always saves the day. In real life, he’s just as...
15) Spy Ski School
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Spy school volume 4
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 11
Description
Twelve-year-old Ben's unexpected success outside the classroom causes the CIA to activate him for a mission to become friends with Jessica Shang, daughter of a suspected Chinese crime boss.
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This second addition addresses the problem of stability evaluation for backcountry powder-hounds while maintaining the philosophy of avoiding avalanche accidents by observation, recognition of avalanche terrain, and good routefinding for the more conservative ski tourer. Essential reading for anyone who ventures 9into avalanche terrain.
17) Ski patroller
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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"Engaging images accompany information about ski patrollers. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--
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Pub. Date
2013.
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Fifty Places to Ski and Snowboard Before You Die{u2014}the 10th book in the popular Fifty Places series{u2014}takes readers to some of the world{u2019}s most inspiring skiing/snowboarding destinations: the Chugach Mountains (Alaska); Aspen, Crested Butte, and Steamboat Springs (Colorado); Tuckerman Ravine (New Hampshire); Rusutsu (Japan); Chamonix (France); Portillo (Chile); and Whistler Blackcomb (British Columbia). Based on interviews with leading...
20) Hold me
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"Destiny Mills believes passion has its place--like in the lyrics of the country songs that made her parents famous. After a childhood full of drama and heartache, she wants a life that's calm. Safe. Everything that Kipling Gilmore isn't. Her temporary assignment with the Fool's Gold search and rescue team puts her in delicious proximity to the former world-class skier every day. Part of her aches to let go for once--the rest is terrified what'll...