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The Sea, The Storm, And The Mangrove Tangle
by Lynne CherryA look into a unique ecosystem, one that is endangered in many places <P> A seed is jostled from a branch of a mangrove tree and floats to a lagoon in the Caribbean Sea. It takes root, sprouts leaves, and slowly begins to grow. Over many years, the mangrove will provide a home and nourishment for numerous creatures of land and sea. Among its roots come to live fiddler crabs and shrimp; in its branches dwell lizards and hummingbirds. Soon the tree is dropping seeds of its own, and other mangroves are growing, creating a tangle whose benefits extend even to large mammals like dolphins and manatees. There are endpaper maps that indicate where mangroves are located and the names of common animals and plants found in them. <P> Ever threatened by hurricanes and even more by human destruction, the mangroves of our planet are endangered, but in Lynne Cherry's richly illustrated story one such habitat survives, giving readers hope and inspiration for preservation of these ecosystems in the real world.
Second Grade Rules, Amber Brown (A Is for Amber #5)
by Paula DanzigerAmber Brown thinks that second grae rules! But when her teacher says desks have to be kept clean, Amber knows that is one rule she cannot follow. She desperately wants the desk fairy, Deskarina, to visit her desk and leave a reward. A messy desk never bothered Amber before, but now that a treat is involved, it does...Following closely on the events in Get Ready for Second Grade, Amber Brown, kids and teachers will applaud this hilarious take on a universal classroom issue.
Sequoyah: The Cherokee Man Who Gave His People Writing
by James RumfordThe story of Sequoyah is the tale of an ordinary man with an extraordinary idea-to create a writing system for the Cherokee Indians and turn his people into a nation of readers and writers. The task he set for himself was daunting. <P><P>Sequoyah knew no English and had no idea how to capture speech on paper. <P><P>But slowly and painstakingly, ignoring the hoots and jibes of his neighbors and friends, he worked out a system that surprised the Cherokee Nation-and the world of the 1820s-with its beauty and simplicity. <P><P>James Rumford's Sequoyah is a poem to celebrate literacy, a song of a people's struggle to stand tall and proud. <P><P>Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Honor Award.
Sergei Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf
by Janet Schulman Peter Malone Sergei ProkofievTHERE IS NO better way to introduce children to classical music than with Prokofiev's musical fairy tale of the little boy (played by all the strings of the orchestra) who, with the help of a bird (played by the flute), outsmarted the big, bad wolf (played by the French horns). And now with this book and CD package, children can look and listen all at the same time. A new retelling by Janet Schulman follows the basic story, but with a kinder ending for both the big bad wolf and the argumentative duck. Peter Malone's paintings have the luminous quality of old Russian masters. The CD, with music performed by the Cincinnati Pops and word-for-word narration by Peter A. Thomas, was made exclusively for this book and CD package.From the Hardcover edition.
Shapes (Max Lucado's Hermie & Friends)
by Max LucadoHermie has invited WormieTM over to play his new board game, "Get into Shapes." With a flick of the spinner, Hermie and Wormie are literally bending over backwards to do their best caterpillar impressions of the shape that the arrow lands on. The tumbling, bumbling caterpillars attract the attention of the other garden inhabitants, and soon, the whole group of insects is 'getting into shapes.' Antonio AntTM lends his sectional body to create a perfect triangle; Lucy LadybugTM's wing forms an exact semicircle, and Schneider the SnailTM has to expend little effort to exhibit a circle. Children will laugh and learn as the caterpillar crew teaches them to identify circles, squares, triangles, and other shapes-with an underlying message of using individual strengths toward a team effort.
Shared Reading Coaching Tool: 3 Days, 1 Book, 3 Times Through
by Marsha SpearsThis handy resource can be used by teachers, classroom volunteers, and parents for large-or small-group shared reading instruction. Scripted language, fun activities, and sample questions on topics such as directionality, text conventions, high-frequency words, and comprehension provide the instructor with reading strategies to support beginning and advanced readers.
A Shelter in Our Car
by Monica GunningSince she left Jamaica for America after her father died, Zettie lives in a car with her mother while they both go to school and plan for a real home.
Shopping (Baby Max and Ruby)
by Rosemary WellsBefore Max and Ruby were preschoolers, they were Baby Max and Ruby. The popular bunny siblings are back in another board books as their baby selves.In Shopping, Baby Max is mischievous as ever while he helps Baby Ruby fill the shopping cart with good things to eat. With eye-catching novelty elements, these irresistible board books will introduce the very youngest readers to the beloved bunny pair, who star in their own show on Nick Jr. and Noggin.
Shredderman: Secret Identity (Shredderman #1)
by Wendelin Van DraanenAlvin Bixby: Hulking, knuckles of steel, hideous breath, foul temper. Kids call him: Bubba. Nolan Byrd: Puny, power walker, math genius, can't keep shoes tied. Kids call him: Nerd.Bubba has been the bane of Nolan's existence for five long years. So when Mr. Green asks the class to become reporters, Nolan decides he'll write an exposé--on Bubba. He doesn't want to sign his name to it (that'd be suicidal), so Nolan creates a secret identity for himself--on the Internet. He launches Shredderman.com as a place where truth and justice prevail--and bullies get what's coming to them.This hilariously triumphant story is for any kid who's ever dreamed of unleashing their own inner superhero!From the Hardcover edition.
Sidewalk Circus
by Paul FleischmanA young girl watches as the activities across the street from her bus stop become a circus.
Silly Dreamers (Sound Out Chapter Books - Set C-1)
by Matt Sims"I'm really happy your dad could get us these jobs," Leroy stated. He leaned over to empty a waste basket under a metal desk.
Sir Francis Drake
by Kristin PetrieA biography of the English seaman and explorer who was knighted by Queen Elizabeth I.
Sir Gadabout Goes Overboard
by Tony Ross Martyn BeardsleyLongbeard, a loathed and prickly pirate, and his cranky crew have been stirring up trouble in the English Channel. Luckily, Sir Gadabout is on a mission to save sailors from the scurvy scoundrels.But Sir Gadabout's never sailed a ship before and the pirates don't have much love for landlubbers . . .A shiver-yer-timbers sea story exploding with cannonballs and cutlasses and starring Camelot's crassest knight!
A Slimy Story (Science Solves It!)
by Michelle KnudsenSlimy! Yucky! Wriggly! Dan is grossed out by earthworms until one of them hitches a ride in his pocket—and creates a sensation in school!
Smarter Than Squirrels
by Lucy Nolan Mike ReedTHE HILARIOUS ADVENTURES OF TWO CONFUSED CANINES Down Girl and Sit are two dogs who are "smarter than squirrels. " They know how to protect their masters from all the things that can go wrong in the neighborhood: they bark at paperboys and guard the garbage cans, and keep mischievous squirrels at bay. But when Here Kitty Kitty moves in next door, their daily routines are turned topsy-turvy. Filled with humor and adventure, this illustrated chapter book takes a look at life in the backyard from the well-intentioned but misguided viewpoint of man's best friend.
The Snowman Mystery (Hello Reader! Chapter Book!)
by Kathryn Cristaldi David SheldonMax and Miles were best friends and do everything. Then Brad came along, a bully. Can Max and Miles make a new friends? Picture description added.
Space Cat (I Can Read Level 1)
by Doug CushmanA cosmic adventure with a character in the spirit of Buck Rogers, Flash Gordon, and other great space age heroes. Features read-to-me audio, perfect for sharing.
Spider Homes (Rigby Sails #Red (Level 3-5))
by Ratu MatairaLearn more about all the different places spiders can live.
Star Surprise and Other Stories (Felicity Wishes)
by Emma ThomsonCoach Commotion - It's the day of The School of Nine Wishes annual outing and the fairies are going to Sparkle Towers. Felicity has bought a few sweets for the trip. Maybe a few too many! Fairground Fun - Felicity is looking forward to the fairground but she keeps missing out on the fun of the rides. Will she have chance to ride the famous Flutter Wheel? Star Surprise - Felicity's convinced that Fairy Godmother is taking them to a boring lecture on rocks. Little does she know that her biggest dream is about to come true!