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Jorah's Journal
by Judith CaseleyMoving brings a new home -- and new emotions. Jorah and her family have just moved. But Jorah didn't want to leave her friends, her school, and all the places she knew and loved. When Mama gives her a journal as a housewarming gift, Jorah knows just what to say: "I'm in my new bedroom now, and I'm not alone. This place has crickets. My old house didn't have any bugs at all.... I hate it here". But the smiling face of a new friend just might make it all bearable for the reluctant Jorah. Judith Caseley writes sensitively of a true-to-life experience -- one that will keep readers grinning from first page to happy end.
Jordan
by Anna Carew-MillerThough small and resource poor, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan plays a crucial role in the affairs of the volatile Middle East. A moderate Arab country, Jordan borders not only Israel and the West Bank, but also Syria, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia. This strategic location- along with the nuanced and forward-looking foreign policy crafted by its longtime monarch, King Hussein, and carried on by his son and successor, King Abdullah II?has made Jordan a key to peace and stability in the Middle East.Domestically, Jordan faces many of the same economic hurdles developing nations all over the world must confront. But it also enjoys a tremendous advantage: a highly educated, adaptable workforce.
Jordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Go Go Green
by Tanille EdwardsJordan & Justine's Weekend AdventuresTM: Go Go Green takes children on an exciting, high-flying adventure as they learn to go green. Jordan and Justine are part of a Go Go Green campaign in their community, and they teach young readers about the environment, how to take steps to save energy, how to participate in their community, and why it is important to care about the earth! The multicultural cast of characters in this book explore how Native American culture uses the environment for resources and how modern living affects the environment. Children will also learn new words in Spanish. Also look for Jordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Wildlife Parts 1 & 2, ISBN: 978-0-9787302-4-6 & Jordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Plants Parts 1 & 2, ISBN: 978-0-9787302-4-6
Jordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Plantas Partes 1 & 2
by Tanille Edwards Latoya EdwardsJordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Plantas Partes 1 y 2 es una gira educacional explorando el crecimiento de las plantas, la historia del maní, saludables hábitos de comida, fotosíntesis y relaciones familiares. Jordan & Justine's Weekend AdventuresT: Plantas Partes 1 y 2 is an educational ride exploring plant growth, the history of peanuts, healthy eating habits, photosynthesis and family relationships.
Jordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Plants Parts 1 & 2
by Tanille Edwards Latoya EdwardsJordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Plants Parts 1 & 2 is an exciting educational ride exploring plant growth, the history of peanuts, healthy eating habits, photosynthesis and family relationships. Jordan and Justine start out by helping their mother in her garden one Saturday morning to plant pumpkin seeds. From there, the brother and sister pair learn how seeds sprout into plants, the health benefits of pumpkins, the history of peanuts, how to research on the internet and then they use their magical powers to get an up close look at photosynthesis. Jordan and Justine's Weekend Adventures inspire children to learn about science, to love their families, to be confident and to use their imaginations!
Jordan & Justine's Weekend Adventures: Wildlife Parts 1 & 2
by Tanille Edwards Latoya EdwardsJordan & Justine's Weekend AdventuresTM: Wildlife Parts 1 & 2 brings children right into the center of animal life at a wildlife conservation center. The brother and sister pair, Jordan & Justine, and their two friends, Raj and Ling, learn how koalas live, what it means when an animal is said to be endangered, and how humans can help. Jordan and Justine use their magical powers to explore the world of dolphins, to find out how laws can protect wildlife, and to learn what it means to be a mammal. Perfect for children ages 7 to 9. Also look for Jordan & Justine's Weekend AdventuresTM: Plants Parts 1 & 2, ISBN: 978-0-9787302-4-6, at your local bookstore or online at retailers everywhere. Children love to explore plant growth, healthy eating habits, and photosynthesis with Jordan and Justine in this fun book!
Jordan J and the Truth About Jordan J: The Kids Under the Stairs (The Kids Under the Stairs #3)
by K.A. HoltThis laugh-out-loud, honest novel-in-verse from award-winning author K.A. Holt tells the story of Jordan J—an opinionated middle schooler trying to find his place at school, at home, and even on the dance floor.Jordan J has a lot to say.Most people—including his parents, his teacher, the kids under the stairs, and even his own self—don't understand why he says all the things he says. It's probably the reason he's managed to earn a personal grudge from the school's dance team, the Hart Rocketeers, who are outraged by his brutally honest dance reviews in the school newspaper.Basically the only thing he can concentrate on these days is performing on his favorite dance show, Fierce Across America. But with his mom's recent unemployment and money being so tight at home, his dreams are crashing. Suddenly, an opportunity arises in the form of Casey Price, the only Rocketeer who doesn't hate his guts. With her help, Jordan J just might have the chance to showcase his electric moves on national TV. But as he starts spending more time with Casey and less with his old friends, Jordan J begins to wonder how he can ever make everyone happy—including himself.With a lovable cast of characters, never-before-seen dance moves, and bighearted passion, this exhilarating, laugh-out-loud novel-in-verse tells an honest, authentic story about friendship, dance, and self-confidence that celebrates different types of intelligence and shows how every kid deserves to become their own "divergent" self.This third book in K.A. Holt's The Kids Under the Stairs series, Jordon J and the Truth About Jordan J will appeal to fans of House Arrest, Rhyme Schemer, and Knockout, in addition to fans of Jason Reynolds's Track series.RENOWNED AUTHOR: K.A. Holt's books have been nominated for awards in more than 30 states. She is a trusted name and a favorite for middle grade readers!PERFECT FOR RELUCTANT READERS: This book is written in free verse and includes a variety of other elements—chat logs, bullet-pointed lists, newspaper articles, and illustrations—welcoming readers It all different types of readers. The characters in the book also struggle with reading, but they are not shamed or looked down on for it, so readers with similar issues will feel understood.VIDEO GAME APPEAL: The characters in the book play Sandbox, which readers will instantly recognize as a fictionalized version of Minecraft, an immensely popular game. Playing Sandbox is depicted as both cool and educational, which will uplift rather than shame young readers for playing video games.Perfect for:Reluctant readersVideo gamersFans of K.A. HoltTeachers, educators, and librarians
Jordan Spieth: Golf Star (Biggest Names In Sports (hardcover) Ser.)
by Marty GitlinIntroduces readers to the life and career of star golfer Jordan Spieth. Colorful spreads, fun facts, interesting sidebars, and a map of important places in his life make this a thrilling read for young sports fans.
Jordan and Max, Field Trip! (Orca Echoes)
by Suzanne SutherlandIt’s everyone’s favorite day of winter semester: the class field trip to the museum! Jordan is excited to see the mummies and Max can’t wait for his first trip to the big city without his big sisters watching over him. But when Jordan gets distracted by an extraordinary costume display and Max flies off to the depths of the Bat Cave, the group carries on to lunch without them. Before the two friends know it, their class has left the museum and they’re all alone downtown! Jordan knows they should find their classmates, but it’s hard to do the responsible thing when there is so much to do in the city. With Max at his side, the pair run wild: dancing alongside street musicians and tasting food from every single vendor they can find. Just when they think the day couldn’t get any more interesting, Jordan and Max find themselves in a strange neighborhood after dark where an even stranger ceremony is getting underway…a winter solstice celebration! This is the second book from Suzanne Sutherland featuring Jordan and Max, following Jordan and Max: Showtime! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Jordan and Max, Race Day (Orca Echoes)
by Suzanne SutherlandKey Selling Points Shows that exercise is for everyone, emphasizes collaboration even in competition and encourages empathy, as Jordan realizes his "rival", Ivan, is actually just a shy new kid. The school's Massey Obstacle Olympics (MOO) is a take on the grueling Tough Mudder endurance event, complete with unexpected rain and mud for Jordan to contend with. The third early chapter book featuring Jordan and Max, this book continues the gentle exploration of gender performance and identity. Suzanne Sutherland's debut novel was an ALA Rainbow Book List selection; like Jordan, she got into running as a "decidedly unathletic" kid and loves it to this day. There are 22 black-and-white illustrations throughout.
Jordan and Max, Showtime (Orca Echoes)
by Suzanne SutherlandJordan had a tough time with the other kids at his old school. So, on his first day at Massey Elementary, he has a plan: to be absolutely invisible. His new classmates don't need to know that his grandmother is his best friend or that they put on shows together dressing up in elaborate costumes each night in their apartment. When he's forced to pair up with Max, a loud-mouthed loner with a love for Hawaiian shirts, Jordan's cover of invisibility threatens to be blown completely. But with the help of his partner's unique artistic vision, Jordan begins to see that his sparkling secret deserves to be revealed.This partially illustrated early chapter book is a gentle exploration of friendship, gender performance and identity.
Jordan and the Northside Reps (Rigby PM Story Books Silver (Level 24), Fountas & Pinnell Select Collections Grade 3 Level L)
by Stephen HarrisonJordan and the Northside Reps by Stephen Harrison.
Jordan's Mum
by Robyn Bett Brightwater Care Group Jeneva OhanJordan is busy getting on with the important things in life – school, soccer and mates – all supported by Mum, who checks his homework and makes her famous cupcakes when his team wins. But little by little, Jordan notices things changing. Mum' s hairdressing customers turn up at the wrong time. Then Mum gets lost at the supermarket. As Mum forgets more and more, Jordan has to figure out what is going on. Who can he rely on now?
Jordin Tootoo: The Highs and Lows in the Journey of the First Inuk to Play in the NHL (Lorimer Recordbooks)
by Melanie FlorenceJordin Tootoo is known for having to "fight his way through." Jordin had more than his fair share of fights both on and off the ice. He had to overcome the social problems that are associated with the far north, fight his way through the discrimination and culture shock he encountered after leaving his remote community to play in the Juniors, and see his way through the grief of losing his NHL-bound older brother and hero, Terence Tootoo, to suicide in 2002. From a small rink in the Arctic Circle, to joining the Nashville Predators in 2001 and becoming an NHL hero, this is the story of the highs and lows of the first Inuk to play in the NHL. Distributed in the U.S by Lerner Publishing Group
Jorge de Argentina
by Jaymie Stuart Wolfe Marlyn Monge Sr.Esta biografía hermosamente ilustrada, para niños de 7 a 10 años, narra la vida del Papa Francisco, el primer Papa Jesuita, el primero del continente Americano y el primero con el nombre en honor de San Francisco de Asís.
Jorge el Curioso (Curious George)
by H. A. ReyA Spanish translation of the original Curious George story.
Jorge el Curioso Encuentra Trabajo
by H. A. ReyThroughout their lives the Reys created many lively books together, including Spotty, Pretzel, and lift-the-flap books such as How Do You Get There? Their incorrigible little monkey, Curious George, has become an American icon, selling millions of books and capturing the hearts of readers everywhere.
Jorge el curioso El puesto de limonada / Curious George Lemonade Stand (Curious George)
by H. A. ReyThere's nothing like a cold glass of lemonade on a hot summer day! With that in mind, George decides to set up his own lemonade stand to earn money for a new soccer ball. But George has a lot to learn about running a stand. With help from his friend Betsy, George's stand becomes such a success that there are too many customers and not enough lemonade. Will he figure out how to satisfy all his customers and earn enough money for a new soccer ball? In this Spanish/English bilingual reader based on Curious George, the Emmy Award-winning PBS TV show, each language is set in different colors for ease of reading, and bonus activities help reinforce the concepts presented in the story.
Jorge el curioso Un hogar para las abejas/Curious George A Home for Honeybees: (CGTV Reader) (Curious George)
by H. A. ReyIn this Spanish/English bilingual reader, based on the Emmy Award–winning PBS TV show, Curious George and his friend Steve find themselves in a sticky situation when they accidentally eat all of Betsy's delicious honeycomb for her Earth Day presentation about bees. How will they get more before Betsy finds out? This readers includes tons of information about bees and two activities that reinforce the concepts in the story. <p><p> En la presente edición bilingüe inglés-español, basada en el programa de televisión Curious George, galardonado con el premio Emmy y emitido por la cadena PBS, Jorge el Curioso y su amigo Steve se ven en una situación pegajosa cuando por accidente se comen todo el panal delicioso que Betsy tenía preparado para una presentación sobre las abejas el Día de la Tierra. ¿Cómo conseguirán otro para que Betsy no se entere? Esta lectura incluye muchísima información sobre las abejas y dos actividades para reforzar los conceptos presentados en el cuento.
Jorge el curioso construye una casa en un árbol/Curious George Builds a Tree House: (CGTV Reader) (Curious George)
by H. A. ReyIn this Spanish/English bilingual reader based on the Emmy Award-winning PBS TV show, George is tired of following the house rules. He wants a place of his own where he can draw on the walls and eat corn on the cob with his feet! He decides to build a tree house in the yard, but quickly learns that creating a house from scratch just might take more than a pile of plywood and a handful of nails. What he needs is a design plan to make it work. Each language is set in different colors for ease of reading. Bonus activities help build on the construction theme with a matching materials game and a make-your-own sponge blocks craft.
Jorge el curioso en el partido de béisbol/Curious George at the Baseball Game (Read-aloud)
by H. A. ReyCurious George at the Baseball Game is now available in a Spanish/English bilingual edition! Play ball! George and the man with the yellow hat are going to a baseball game. Between the game, the cheering crowd, the food, and the big TV camera, George doesn't know what to explore first! One curious little monkey and so many things to see leads to an exciting day at the ballpark! This edition features English and Spanish text, set in different colors for easy readability, and includes audio narration. For more fun with George, check out www.curiousgeorge.com and get all the latest news and information about Curious George, books, promotions, games, activities, and more!
Jorge el curioso se divierte haciendo gimnasia/Curious George Gymnastics Fun: CGTV Reader Bilingual Edition (Curious George)
by H. A. ReyIn this Green Light Reader based on Curious George, the Emmy Award–winning PBS TV show, George is swinging around like only a monkey can. George is taking his first gymnastics class, and boy is he excited! He learns all about the sport and how to practice safely. By the end of class, George, Allie, and Bill want to go to gymnastics every day—but they only have access to the gym once a week. Where will they find a gym they can use all the time? Why not in their own backyard? Includes a recipe for no-bake energy balls and instructions for a game that will put gymnastics skills to the test! This bilingual edition includes both English and Spanish text.
Jorge el curioso siembra una semilla/Curious George Plants a Seed: (CGTV Reader) (Curious George)
by H. A. ReyCurious George watches Jumpy the squirrel bury an acorn in the yard. Upon learning that Jumpy is storing food for later, George decides to do the same. The man with the yellow hat comes home to find the kitchen empty and its contents buried in the yard! It's time to teach George about what things grow and what don't. George finally gets it right when he grows a beautiful sunflower from a seed. This edition features English and Spanish text, set in different colors for easy readability. <p><p> Jorge el curioso observa a la ardilla Saltarina enterrar una bellota en el jardín. Al enterarse de que Saltarina está almacenando comida para más tarde, Jorge decide hacer lo mismo. Cuando el hombre del sombrero amarillo vuelve a casa, encuentra la cocina vacía... ¡y toda la comida enterrada en el jardín! Es hora de enseñarle a Jorge qué cosas crecen y cuáles no. Finalmente, Jorge lo entiende cuando siembra una semilla y ve crecer un hermoso girasol.
Jorge el curioso va a la biblioteca/Curious George Visits the Library (Read-aloud)
by H. A. ReyGeorge is lucky to arrive at the library just in time for story hour. But it's not easy for a little monkey to sit still too long. George finds so many books he wants to read and can't wait to take them home. From selecting books to getting his very own library card, George's day at the library celebrates all the fun of reading!This English/Spanish ebook edition includes highly readable text and bilingual read-aloud audio.The audio for this Read-Aloud ebook was produced and engineered by Perry Geyer at Cybersound Recording Studios (349 Newbury St., Ste. 201, Boston, MA 02115). Music theme composed by Cybersound Studios (Perry Geyer, Silvio Amato, Michael Africk, Greg Hawkes). Engineers: Perry Geyer (music production and sound design), Rob Whitaker (editing and mixing engineer), Samuel Creager (editing, sound design, and mixing engineer), Marcus Clark, Corey Rupp. Assistant engineers: Dave Chapman, Mike Pekarski, Justin Sheriff, Daniel Wrigley, Andrew Sardinha, Mami Ienaga, Kevin Notar, Maria Goulamhoussen. Sheridan Willard, John Huang, John Schmidt. English voiceover by Jack Tracksler. Spanish voiceover by Rosi Amador.
Jorge el curioso va a una fiesta de disfraces/Curious George Goes to a Costume Party (Read-aloud)
by H. A. ReyIt's Halloween! When George and his friend, the man with the yellow hat, go to Mrs. Gray's house, George is excited to find out that it is a costume party. After seeing his friends dressed up as astronauts, mummies, witches and more, George gets to pick out his own costume. But George accidentally wraps himself up in a tablecloth and gets mistaken for a ghost! Will everyone enjoy George's Halloween trick or will he scare away the party guests? This edition features both English and Spanish text set in two different colors for ease of reading. For more monkey fun, investigate www.curiousgeorge.com. The audio for this Read-Aloud ebook was produced and engineered by Perry Geyer at Cybersound Recording Studios (349 Newbury St., Ste. 201, Boston, MA 02115). Music theme composed by Cybersound Studios (Perry Geyer, Silvio Amato, Michael Africk, Greg Hawkes). Engineers: Perry Geyer (music production and sound design), Rob Whitaker (editing and mixing engineer), Samuel Creager (editing, sound design, and mixing engineer), Marcus Clark, Corey Rupp. Assistant engineers: Dave Chapman, Mike Pekarski, Justin Sheriff, Daniel Wrigley, Andrew Sardinha, Mami Ienaga, Kevin Notar, Maria Goulamhoussen. Sheridan Willard, John Huang, John Schmidt. Spanish voiceover by Rosi Amador.