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Moving On
by Meredith Thomas and Dawn McMillanNIMAC-sourced textbook
Tess and her brother, Nathan, have had to learn new ways of being a family since their parents got divorced. Now, Tess has to deal with a difficult new girl in her class, and Dad has news that could change everything.
La Mariposa
by Francisco Jiménez and Simón SilvaNIMAC-sourced textbook. In his first year of school, Francisco understands little of what his teacher says. But he is drawn to the silent, slow-moving caterpillar in the jar next to his desk. He knows caterpillars turn into butterflies, but just how do they do it? To find out, he studies the words in a butterfly book so many times that he can close his eyes and see the black letters, but he still can't understand their meaning. Illustrated with paintings as deep and rich as the wings of a butterfly, this honest, unsentimental account of a schoolchild's struggle to learn language reveals that our imaginations powerfully sustain us. La Mariposa makes a subtle plea for tolerance in our homes, our communities, and in our schools.
The Luck of the Loch Ness Monster
by Scott Magoon and A. W. FlahertyNIMAC-sourced textbook. Once upon a time, on a long, slow trip to Scotland, a little girl named Katerina-Elizabeth tossed her oatmeal overboard—again, and again, and again. She was a picky eater, and oatmeal was her least favorite food. And once upon a time, a small worm, no bigger than a piece of thread, swam alongside an ocean liner bound for Scotland and ate bowl after bowl of tossed oatmeal. He had never tasted anything as wonderful as oatmeal in his whole life. A. W. Flaherty and Scott Magoon unravel the Loch Ness legend in this whimsical picture book for the picky (and not-so-picky) eater in all of us
Love Will See You Through: Martin Luther King Jr.'s Six Guiding Beliefs (As Told by His Niece)
by Sally Comport and Angela WatkinsNIMAC-sourced textbook
The niece of Martin Luther King, Jr. reveals six timeless and universal principles that encompass the civil rights leader’s greatest legacy: Love will see you through.
Growing up as the niece of Martin Luther King Jr., Angela Farris Watkins witnessed firsthand the principles and values that “Uncle M.L.” practiced and lived by throughout his fight for equality. Drawing from experiences and episodes both personal and well-known, Dr. Watkins artfully details the guiding beliefs of one of the greatest men in history. Including “have courage” and “love your enemies,” these six hallmarks of virtue and nonviolence reinforce the truth that “the universe honors love” and will inspire readers of all ages.
Lost in a Cave
by Becky Radtke and Aurora GarcíaNIMAC-sourced textbook. Dora and her mom can't wait to explore Great Cavern Cave. But what happens while they are exploring might be more adventure than they expected.
Long-Distance Running
by Diana NoonanNIMAC-sourced textbook. Long-distance running is enjoyed by children and adults. Some people even travel to different countries to take part in races. Find out about the many kinds of long-distance running events that take place all over the world.
The King of Egypt
by Diana Platt and Pam RushbyNIMAC-sourced textbook
Meret dreams of learning how to read and write. But in ancient Egypt, girls aren't taught these things. Then Meret meets a very important lady who teaches her that dreams can come true.
Is It Possible? What Is Color?
by Pamela Rushby and Andrew Craig and Wayne Bryant and Nives PorcellatoNIMAC-sourced textbook
I'd Love a Puppy
by Sharon ParsonsNIMAC-sourced textbook
Would you love to take care of a puppy? It's a big responsibility. You'll need to learn ways to train a puppy from its first year of life. You'll want to read about puppy care tips. And of course, you'll want to understand why a dog just might become your best friend!
How Animals Communicate
by Annette SmithNIMAC-sourced textbook
Did you know that, like people, animals communicate with each other? When animals send and receive messages using smell, sight, sound, and touch, they're not just saying 'hi'—communication is vital to their survival!
Hector's Electro-Pet Shop
by Cameron Macintosh and James HartNIMAC-sourced textbook. Everyone loves the exciting robotic animals Hector sells at his Electro-Pet Shop. But when Mrs. Gray's new robo-rabbit acts more like a digi-dog, Hector doesn't know what could have gone wrong! What has happened to make his electropets so mixed-up?
The Grand Canyon Doesn't Scare Me
by Dennis Fertig and Andrea KantrowitzNIMAC-sourced textbook
Beth's summer trip to visit her grandparents in Arizona is full of firsts, like her first airplane flight and her first visit to the Grand Canyon. During her trip she learns some valuable lessons about facing her fears head on and not holding back.
Gold in the 1850s and 1860s
by Phillip SimpsonNIMAC-sourced textbook
Gold has always been one of the great sources of wealth. In the 1850s and 1860s, there were major gold rushes all over the world. Some of the largest gold rushes were in the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. Mining methods used were powered by humans and horses.