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Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
510L
Language
English
Description
Traces the steps taken in creating fireworks, describing how a firework includes three main parts surrounded by paper, how a flammable mixture is combined with other chemicals to create colors, and how the charges and fuses are placed to ignite the firework.
Author
Publisher
CRC Press
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Description
"Chemistry of Pyrotechnics: Second Edition is simply the most definitive reference in this field. Author J.A. Conkling covers the requisite background in chemistry, thermodynamics, and light emission; introduces oxidizing agents, fuels, binders, and retardants; and then explores virtually every aspect of formulating pyrotechnics. Topics include the requirements for and preparation of high-energy mixtures, ignition and propagation, heat and delay compositions,...
Author
Publisher
Simon Spotlight, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing Division
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
NC 1040L
Language
English
Description
"In this book readers will learn all about how fireworks were invented in China over 2,000 years ago, how Queen Elizabeth I created a special honor for the person who created the best fireworks, and much more!"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2000]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
610L
Language
English
Description
Briefly explains the significance of the Fourth of July holiday, describes the origin and meaning of its celebration with fireworks, and discusses the making and safety aspects of fireworks.
13) Liberty
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic, Inc
Pub. Date
[2014]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 2
Lexile measure
680L
Language
English
Description
When Liberty, a golden retriever puppy, runs away from her family during a beach fireworks display, the Petersons try to bring her home.
14) Fiesta fireworks
Author
Publisher
Lothrop, Lee & Shepard
Pub. Date
1998.
Lexile measure
NC 930L
Language
English
Description
Describes the preparation of fireworks as well as the festival honoring San Juan de Dios, the patron saint of Tultepec, Mexico, which is famous for its master pyrotechnics.
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2018]
Lexile measure
490L
Language
English
Description
"Simple step-by-step instructions to create fireworks right in their kitchen. Readers are introduced to basic science concepts such as ignition, atoms and molecules, and density. Additional features include a table of contents, informative sidebars and captions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research" --Amazon.com
18) Where's Molly?
Author
Publisher
North-South Books
Pub. Date
[1993]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
500L
Language
English
Description
Lisa and Max are delighted with their family's fireworks on New Year's Eve, until the loud noises frighten their dog Molly and make her run away.
Author
Publisher
DK Ink
Pub. Date
[1999]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 690L
Language
English
Description
Farmer Puckett's custom of hauling a wagonload of fireworks to the fairgrounds for the Independence Day Social is endangered when his stubborn new mule Jake Johnson refuses to move.