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The Three Little Pigs Count To 100
by Grace Maccarone PistacchioThe well-known fable of the Three Little Pigs gets a makeover in this efficient counting guide for beginning readers. The first little pig uses 5 bundles of straw to build a house in the shape of a cylinder, but the wolf blows it down. Using 6 big sticks and sheets to build a cone-shaped house, the second little pig is also unsuccessful at keeping the wolf at bay. Finally, the third little pig smartly gathers 100 strong bricks to build a cube-shaped house. Guess which piggy's house finally withstands the big bad wolf's blows? Pages at the end feature information on ordinal numbers, counting by ones and tens, and geometric shapes.
The Three Little Pigs: Independent Reading Orange 6 (Reading Champion #516)
by Jackie WalterThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure. This retelling of the original fairytale is suitable for children aged 5-7, or those reading at book band Orange.
The Three Little Superpigs and Goldilocks and the Three Bears
by Claire EvansJoin the Three Little Superpigs on another adventure in Fairyland!Everyone thinks they know the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears, but when the Three Little Superpigs are involved, nothing is as it seems!When the Three Bears come home from their walk, they discover an intruder in their home. Their porridge has been eaten, their chairs have been sat in, and oh no! The intruder is sleeping in Baby Bear's bed!Enter the Three Little Superpigs. They know just what to do to stop Goldilocks from continuing her scheme. But when they arrive, they realize the villain is not who she appears to be. The Three Little Superpigs will have to think quickly if they want to save the day.The hilarious story reimagines the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears and continues the exciting Fairyland adventures of the Three Little Superpigs!
The Three Little Superpigs and the Gingerbread Man
by Claire EvansJoin the Three Little Superpigs on another adventure in Fairyland!It's time for Fairyland's annual bake-off! All three of the Superpigs are competing for a chance to win a magical key that can open any door in the city. Little do they know, the Big Bad Wolf also has a plan to win the key, one that involves his own confectionary creation -- the Gingerbread Man! When the Gingerbread Man sneaks into the bake-off and steals the key, it's up to the Three Little Superpigs to chase after him and save the day! The hilarious story reimagines the story of the Gingerbread Man and continues the exciting Fairyland adventures of the Three Little Superpigs!
The Three Little Superpigs and the Great Easter Egg Hunt (The Three Little Superpigs)
by Claire EvansJoin the Three Little Superpigs on a holiday adventure in Fairyland! Fairyland's annual Easter Egg hunt is underway, and the Three Little Superpigs are out to collect them all. But once the hunt has ended, these greedy little pigs want more!Then they hear about a goose that lays giant golden chocolate eggs. If the Superpigs climb to the top of a beanstalk and rescue the golden goose, the chocolate eggs can be theirs! But there's a big bad enemy at the top of the beanstalk, and it's up to the Superpigs to save the day.This hilarious holiday tale continues the exciting Fairyland adventures of the Three Little Superpigs!
The Three Little Superpigs: Merry Christmas! (The Three Little Superpigs)
by Claire EvansJoin the Three Little Superpigs on a holiday adventure in Fairyland! Fairyland's annual Winter Wonderland festival is underway, and the Three Little Superpigs can't wait to celebrate Christmas. But disaster strikes when Santa and his reindeer go missing. Oh deer! Without Santa to deliver presents, Christmas could be ruined!Enter the Three Little Superpigs. They're willing to do whatever it takes to find Santa and save Christmas!This hilarious holiday tale continues the exciting Fairyland adventures of the Three Little Superpigs!
The Three Little Superpigs: Once Upon a Time (The Three Little Superpigs)
by Claire EvansLearn how the Three Little Pigs became the Three Little SUPERPIGS in this hilarious story set in Fairyland!Everyone thinks they know how the Three Little Pigs defeated the Big Bad Wolf. But that's not the whole story. The Three Little Pigs always dreamed of being superheroes. They wore superhero outfits and played superhero games. But when they move to Fairyland, they finally get to put their superhero skills to use! When the Big Bad Wolf blows down the houses of the first little pig and the second little pig, all seems lost. But, luckily, the third little pig comes up with a SUPER plan to save the day! The hilarious twist on the Three Little Pigs story teaches readers how exactly the Three Little Pigs became the superpigs who protect Fairyland from the Big Bad Wolf.
The Three Little Tardigrades
by Sandra FayIn this hilarious retelling of "The Three Little Pigs", three little tardigrades set out to find a home that's just right for them—all while watching out for the Big Hairy Wolf Spider.Gavin, Colin, and Doug live on a cozy little drop of H2O until one day, their mother tells them it’s time for them to grow up and leave home. In search of the perfect place to settle down, the three little tardigrades (also known as "moss piglets") journey to an underwater ice cave, an erupting volcano, and even the moon! They can survive under extreme conditions, but can they avoid the Big Hairy Wolf Spider. . .?Humor and scientific facts about these resilient microscopic creatures come together to remix a beloved story–with an unexpected twist (and tons of laughs)!Includes material at the end of the book with detailed information about tardigrades, a glossary of terms from the book, and more science for eager young readers.
The Three Little Wolves and the Big Bad Pig
by Eugene TrivizasIt was time for the three little wolves to go out into the world, so off they went and built themselves a splendid brick house. But they hadn't reckoned on the big bad pig who soon came along and knocked their house down. The little wolves built a stronger house of concrete, in which they were sure to be safe. But that didn't stop the big bad pig, who made short work of it with a pneumatic drill. Even a house made of armor plates could not protect them. It was only a chance encounter with a flamingo bird that solved their dilemma in an entirely unexpected and satisfactory way. A hilarious retelling-in-reverse of the traditional tale.
The Three Monarch Butterflies
by Lauren T YindomIn The Three Monarch Butterflies, join three fluttering friends as they embark on an unexpected adventure. When danger looms, they must rely on their natural instincts and each other to find safety. Dive into this vibrant tale of friendship, bravery, and the wonders of the natural world. Perfect for young explorers ready for an enchanting journey.
The Three Pigs
by David Wiesner<p>This Caldecott Medal-winning picture book begins placidly (and familiarly) enough, with three pigs collecting materials and going off to build houses of straw, sticks, and bricks. But the wolf's huffing and puffing blows the first pig right out of the story... and into the realm of pure imagination. The transition signals the start of a freewheeling adventure with characteristic David Wiesner effects--cinematic flow, astonishing shifts of perspective, and sly humor, as well as episodes of flight. <p>Satisfying both as a story and as an exploration of the nature of story, The Three Pigs takes visual narrative to a new level. Dialogue balloons, text excerpts, and a wide variety of illustration styles guide the reader through a dazzling fantasy universe to the surprising and happy ending.</p>
The Three Pigs
by David WiesnerWinner of the 2002 Caldecott Medal This picture book begins placidly (and familiarly) enough, with three pigs collecting materials and going off to build houses of straw, sticks, and bricks. But the wolf&’s huffing and puffing blows the first pig right out of the story . . . and into the realm of pure imagination. The transition signals the start of a freewheeling adventure with characteristic David Wiesner effects—cinematic flow, astonishing shifts of perspective, and sly humor, as well as episodes of flight. Satisfying both as a story and as an exploration of the nature of story, The Three Pigs takes visual narrative to a new level. Dialogue balloons, text excerpts, and a wide variety of illustration styles guide the reader through a dazzling fantasy universe to the surprising and happy ending. Fans of Tuesday&’s frogs and Sector 7&’s clouds will be captivated by old friends—the Three Pigs of nursery fame and their companions—in a new guise.
The Three Questions
by Jon J. MuthWhen Jon Muth read Tolstoy's story by the same title, he wanted to find a way to introduce children to "The Three Questions." In thi beautiful book for young readers, Muth brings together children, animals, a forest, and a wild storm to help Nicolai answer his questions. This file should make an excellent embossed braille copy.
The Three Snow Bears
by Jan BrettAloo-ki glances up from fishing and sees her sled dogs floating off on an ice floe. She races after them and comes upon an igloo. Being a curious girl, she goes inside only to find no one home. That's because the polar bear family who lives there is out walking while their breakfast cools off. Aloo-ki eats some soup, tries on their boots, and finally crawls into the smallest bed for a nap. Meanwhile, Papa, Mama, and Baby Bear see her dogs adrift, swim out to rescue them and return home to find Aloo-ki fast asleep in Baby Bear's bed.
The Three Snow Bears
by Jan BrettJan Brett's #1 New York Times bestseller is the snowiest twist on Goldilocks and the Three Bears you could ask for!When Aloo-ki glances up from fishing and sees her sled dogs floating off on an ice floe, she races after them. She comes upon an igloo with no one home and goes inside. Turns out the polar bear family who lives there is out walking while their breakfast cools off. Aloo-ki eats some soup, tries on their boots, and finally crawls into the smallest bed for a nap. Meanwhile, Papa, Mama, and Baby Bear see her dogs adrift, swim out to rescue them and return home to find Aloo-ki fast asleep in Baby Bear's bed.Jan traveled to the far North to meet the Inuit people and see the amazing land where they live. Dramatic illustrations capture the shimmering ice, snow and deep blue seas of the Arctic, and when Jan adds a raven-haired Inuit girl and her appealing huskies, an endearing family of polar bears, and playful Arctic animals in the borders, the result is one of her most beautiful picture books.The decorative Inuit patterns and clothing Jan uses throughout are sure to attract adult fans and collectors while children will want to listen to and look at this exciting version of a well-loved story over and over again.Snuggle up with all of Jan Brett's snowy treasures: The Mitten, The Hat, The Snowy Nap, Cozy, and The Trouble With Trolls.
The Three-Colour Drawing Book: Draw anything with red, blue and black ballpoint pens
by Sarah SkeateYou won't believe how much fun you can have with just three coloured ballpoint pens! This engaging and anarchic little book takes the art of doodling and drawing to new heights, using the most basic tools and only three colors: red, black & blue.The artistic explorer will discover how to make punky patterns, draw the most adorable animals, personalise their belongings, and summon up the cutest little characters-all with the pens that they already have at home. Combining step-by-step lessons in drawing with ingenious ways of decorating and doodling, The Three-Colour Drawing Book is a perfect for ballpoint mavericks of all ages.
The Three-Minute Outdoorsman Returns: From Mammoth on the Menu to the Benefits of Moose Drool
by Robert M. ZinkSpending time in nature can raise some serious questions. After contemplating your own mortality, you may start to wonder: Why don’t deer noses freeze in the winter? What does mammoth taste like? Do fish feel pain? These are important questions, and Robert M. Zink has the answers. Bringing together the common and the enigmatic, The Three-Minute Outdoorsman Returns includes over seventy three-minute essays in which Zink responds to the queries that have yet to cross your mind. Drawing on his zoological background, Zink condenses the latest scientific discoveries and delivers useful, entertaining information on the great outdoors. Can a sheep’s horns be too big? Was the Labrador duck a hybrid? Why did I miss that clay target? A large section on deer covers topics ranging from deer birth control backfiring, new information on Chronic Wasting Disease, supplemental feeding, and deer genetics. Other essays explore land, aquatic animals, and humanity’s relationship with nature, thus making this book of wild science an essential for any outdoors person.
The Three-legged Cat
by Margaret MahyBut will Mrs. Gimble miss her cat? Or, will Danny miss his Russian hat? A delightful book for young readers. Other books by Margaret Mahy are available in this library.
The Throw Away Dog
by Janice SimcoeMaggie was thrown away. Abandoned and left alone in a field, she believed it was the worst day of her life. What she didn't know, it was the beginning of a grand adventure. The Throw Away Dog, is an uplifting and often humorous adventure of Maggie and her new pals, Harry and Brittany. What seems to be hopeless circumstances for this witty and funny dog, transcends into a modern day adventure on the Sacramento Delta in Northern California. The Delta is an endless network of rivers, tributaries, and small streams. It is an ideal setting for an adventure. When the three characters embark on their accidental journey, they each come face-to-face with their own fears and rise above them. Written for middle grade children, the story was inspired by an actual dog named Maggie, who was truly a throw away dog. The rest, of course, is fiction and a fun read. It is a story for animal lovers.
The Thunderstruck Stork
by Lynn Munsinger David J OlsonWebster the stork is proud of his work delivering animal babies. But when he crashes into a hot-air balloon, something goes wrong. Soon the bats get a moose and two tiny frog parents receive an enormous newborn elephant!
The Tick-Tock Man
by James Hamilton Kersten HamiltonWally and Noodles are back to the business of scientific innovation--and fun. In London, they meet a young pickpocket named Dobbin who works for a mysterious criminal called the Tick-Tock Man. Soon they are racing through secret tunnels in a bid to help Dobbin's little sister. Can the brave boy-scientist and his loyal sidekick find the one person who can save her before it's too late? History and technology collide in this humorous series brimming with mad science.
The Tide Pool (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Sarah SamuelsNIMAC-sourced textbook. Living in a Tide Pool. What animals live in a tide pool? Come and see!
The Tide Pool Waits
by Candace FlemingDive into the rich ecology of tide pools and watch a hidden world spring in this masterful nonfiction picture book for very young readers. <P><P> Twice a day when the tide goes out, an astonishing world is revealed in the tide pools that form along the Pacific Coast. <P><P> Some of the creatures that live here look like stone. Others look like plants. Some move so slowly it’s hard to tell if they’re moving at all, while others are so fast you’re not sure you really saw them. The biggest animals in the pool are smaller than your hand, while the smallest can’t be seen at all without a microscope. <P><P> During low tide, all these creatures – big, small, fast, slow – are exposed to air and the sun’s drying heat. And so they have developed ways to survive the wait until the ocean’s return. <P><P> Candace Fleming is the author of Honeybee, which received an Orbis Pictus Honor and 7 starred reviews. She brings her knack for making science and nature appealing to the very young in The Tidepool Waits with detailed accounts of dozens of species of sea life, culminating in a perfect primer for students and nature lovers taking their first trip to the shore. Her text is accompanied by effervescent artwork by Amy Hevron and substantial backmatter. <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
The Tiger Rising
by Kate DiCamilloWalking through the misty Florida woods one morning, twelve-year-old Rob Horton is stunned to encounter a tiger--a real-life, very large tiger--pacing back and forth in a cage. What's more, on the same extraordinary day, he meets Sistine Bailey, a girl who shows her feelings as readily as Rob hides his. As they learn to trust each other, and ultimately, to be friends, Rob and Sistine prove that some things--like memories, and heartache, and tigers--can't be locked up forever.
The Tiger and the Acrobat
by Susanna TamaroINCLUDES SPECIALLY COMMISSIONED LINE DRAWINGS Little Tiger is not like other tigers. Not content to spend her days alone, roaming the snow forests of Siberia hunting prey, she prefers instead to ponder the ways of the world. One day, eager to discover her own place within it, she sets out on a remarkable journey to discover the secret of life, and to meet the creatures she has heard most about: humans. A moving tale of bravery and spirit, The Tiger and the Acrobat is a celebration of the power of friendship, and a testament to the courage it takes to be true to ourselves. 'This book is a beaut.' Cecelia Ahern, author of P.S. I Love You