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Mysteries of Black Holes and Dark Matter (Solving Space's Mysteries)
by Ellen LabrecqueWhat is a black hole? What is dark matter and what is it made of? How do scientists discover black holes and dark matter if they can’t be seen? What do scientists know about these mysterious parts of the universe and what do they still hope to find out? Budding astronomers will learn the answers to these questions and more!
Mysteries of Planets, Stars, and Galaxies (Solving Space's Mysteries)
by Lela NargiDoes life exist somewhere other than Earth? How many planets are outside our galaxy? What happens when stars crash into each other? For a long time, people believed Earth was the only planet in the galaxy. Now we know the universe is much bigger. Budding astronomers will learn all about planets, stars, and galaxies, from what’s already known to what scientists are still hoping to find out.
Mysteries of Trash and Treasure: The Ghostly Photos (Mysteries of Trash and Treasure #2)
by Margaret Peterson HaddixNew York Times bestselling middle-grade thriller author Margaret Peterson Haddix returns to the Mysteries of Trash and Treasure series as Colin and Nevaeh unravel a mystery from the 1930s and explore the emotions associated with death and dying.Colin and Nevaeh are great at finding things. After all, they found each other and became best friends—even though their parents are business rivals. They also found hidden boxes of secret letters, which led them to unravel mysteries about kids from the 1970s.But when they started Mystery Solvers Inc., they didn’t expect to be asked to find a ghost.Ree recruits them to investigate a series of old, spooky photos left behind in her family’s new house. The photos show a boy who looks totally see-through. And in some, he’s in a coffin.That’s not so odd for Ree, who lives above a funeral home. But when Colin and Nevaeh start investigating, they discover other sightings of the boy—and other secrets Ree is hiding.The more clues they find, the more they realize this mystery goes back to a time called the Great Depression. Will history, once again, help them solve the case?
Mysteries of Trash and Treasure: The Secret Letters (Mysteries of Trash and Treasure #1)
by Margaret Peterson HaddixIn this page-turning middle grade series by New York Times bestseller Margaret Peterson Haddix, Colin and Nevaeh, whose parents own rival junk-removal businesses, uncover mysteries hidden in attics and basements and discover how trash can become treasure. In The Secret Letters, Colin and Nevaeh find vintage letters that lead to interlocking mysteries from the 1970s and ‘80s, and they learn about “women’s lib,” the ERA, and other social issues from that time in history—and the way echoes from that era affect Colin and Nevaeh themselves.When Colin finds a shoebox full of letters hidden in a stranger’s attic, he knows he’s supposed to throw them away. That’s his summer job, getting rid of junk. But Colin wants to rescue the letters--and find out what really happened to best friends Rosemary and Toby way back in the 1970s.Meanwhile, across town, Nevaeh also finds a mysterious letter. But this one reads like a confession to a crime. And Nevaeh knows her father, the “Junk King,” expects her to join the rest of the family in blaming a single suspect: his business rival, Colin’s mom.But that’s not what Nevaeh wants, either.Even as one set of letters bring Colin and Nevaeh together, the one Nevaeh found threatens to tear them apart. Is their new friendship as doomed as Rosemary and Toby’s?Each book in the Mysteries of Trash and Treasure series will examine a different time period in history and make readers think about how we value the stuff we hold on to—and what it is that makes it valuable.
Mysteries of Trash and Treasure: The Stolen Key (Mysteries of Trash and Treasure #3)
by Margaret Peterson HaddixNew York Times bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix delivers the thrilling conclusion to her middle grade Mysteries of Trash and Treasure series as Colin and Nevaeh unravel their most personal mystery yet.Colin has spent all summer solving mysteries with his friend Nevaeh. But they’ve only ever dealt with other people’s mysteries—ones that are safe for Colin to think about. He’s still stuck on the mystery surrounding his own father, who his mother refuses to talk about and he can’t remember meeting.Then one morning Colin finds a shoebox on his porch with a note on top: “Your father wanted you to have this.” Inside the box is a key. This new clue makes Colin even more determined to find out the truth about his dad and why his parents split up when he was a baby. Colin and Nevaeh begin investigating Colin’s father in a quest that takes them from eerie storage units to lock-lined bridges to, strangely, secrets in Nevaeh’s family.But the closer they get to connecting the clues, the more trouble awaits them. A serious accident leaves Nevaeh’s family reeling—and Nevaeh racked with guilt. And digging into Colin’s father’s past may lead Colin and his mom into even more danger. Can Colin and Nevaeh solve the mystery before it's too late?
Mysteries of the Constellations (Solving Space's Mysteries)
by Lela NargiWhat are constellations? Who named them? Where can they be found? Ancient peoples believed constellations held clues to the future. These groupings of stars helped farmers plant crops and sailors find their way home. Budding astronomers will learn all about constellations, including the history of studying the stars, how today’s constellations were named, and how constellations help today’s astronomers.
Mysteries of the Mummy Kids (Journeys Series)
by Kelly Milner HallsThe mysteries of kid mummies cover North and South American, Egyptian, Asian, and European.
Mysteries of the Overworld: An Unofficial Overworld Heroes Adventure, Book Two (Unofficial Overworld Heroes Adventure #2)
by Danica DavidsonStevie and Alex are still looking for answers about the mysterious Ender crystal Stevie discovered, and the sinister voice that seems to emanate from it. Their search leads them to a strange book filled with writing in a strange language, and pictures that seem to show two adventurers trapping the evil Ender Dragon in the End.As the writing in the book slowly reveals itself, the friends realize that the Overworld is in danger! The Ender crystal Stevie stumbled upon in the Overworld is one piece of an enchanted crystal that, if fully assembled, could either destroy the dragon—or set it free to destroy the world!Now Stevie and his friends must race to find the pieces of the broken Ender crystal. Can they find them all before the Ender Dragon discovers a way to stop them?Fans of Minecraft will be at the edge of their seats all the way through this second book in the Unofficial Overworld Heroes Adventure series by Danica Davidson!
Mysteries of the Universe (Solving Space's Mysteries)
by Lela NargiHas the universe always existed? Scientists have looked further into space and discovered the galaxies moving. Were they once closer together? If scientists look far enough, can they discover where our universe started? Budding astronomers will learn all about the universe in this in-depth look at space science.
Mysterious Eye of the Dragon (Geronimo Stilton)
by Geronimo StiltonWhen you're with Geronimo Stilton, it's always a fabumouse adventure!My sister Thea and my cousin Trap were not getting along! When grandfather found them arguing over who would get to join me on a trip to Brazil, he forced us all to go together. My friend Isabela needed my help finding a mysterious emerald. Could Trap and Thea stop shouting their snouts off long enough to help find the stone?
Mysterious Migrations (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Purple #Level Q)
by Terry Miller ShannonText Elements <p><p> Genre: Expository/Biography <p> Text Structures <p> Main: Chronological Sequence <p> Embedded: Description, Problem/Solution, Cause/Effect <p> Text Features: table of contents, headings, photos, captions, map, sidebars
Mysterious Patterns: Finding Fractals in Nature
by Sarah C. CampbellNature's repeating patterns, better known as fractals, are beautiful, universal, and explain much about how things grow. Fractals can also be quantified mathematically. Here is an elegant introduction to fractals through examples that can be seen in parks, rivers, and our very own backyards. Young readers will be fascinated to learn that broccoli florets are fractals—just like mountain ranges, river systems, and trees—and will share in the wonder of math as it is reflected in the world around us. Perfect for any elementary school classroom or library, Mysterious Patterns is an exciting interdisciplinary introduction to repeating patterns.
Mysterious Strangers (Thorne Twins Adventure Books #8)
by Dayle CourtneyIn trying to sort out the confusion caused by mysterious lookalikes in their hometown, Eric and Alison rely on their Christian principles when they find themselves involved with a strange scientist and an international spy ring. Strange look-alikes begin causing confusion for the twins in Ivy, Illinois. Their search for answers leads them to one of their father's former acquaintances, a strange scientist named Dr. Swykert. But the discovery of Dr. Swykert's connection is only the beginning of the ordeal. Eric finds himself tangling with an international spy ring full of CIA intrigue. Alison is forced to wrestle with the mysteries of life itself. There is suspense on every page, and no shortage of surprises. Catch up on the many books in the Thorne Twins Adventure series from Bookshare including:# 1 Flight to Terror, #2 Escape From Eden, #3 The Knife With Eyes, #4 The Ivy Plot, #5 Operation Doomsday, #6 Omen of the Flying Light, #7 Three-Ring Inferno and #9 The Foxworth Hunt.
Mystery At Round Island Light
by Robert LytleFifteen-year-old Pete Jenkins and his three summer friends visit the nearby Round Island Lighthouse after crossing the turbulent water of Lake Huron in their tiny dingy. After exploring the island they return to find their picnic basket turned upside down and a warning message in their boat. <p><P> The threat on their lives only heightens their curiosity and leads them on the trail of dangerous thieves. <P><P> Along the way the four friends discover a side of Mackinac Island that goes beyond fudge and horses---and eventually leads them into life-threatening danger.
Mystery Behind the Wall (Boxcar Children #17)
by Gertrude Chandler Warner David CunninghamWhen the boxcar children find an old journal behind the closet wall, they never dream it will lead them on a search for a valuable coin collection.
Mystery Behind the Wall (The Boxcar Children Mysteries #17)
by Gertrude Chandler WarnerFour brave siblings were searching for a home – and found a life of adventure! Join the Boxcar Children as they investigate the mystery behind the wall in this illustrated chapter book series beloved by generations of readers.When the Boxcar Children find a mysterious journal hidden behind the wall of the guest room, it leads them on a search for a valuable coin collection. But what happened to the journal's owner, and what is she trying to tell them?What started as a single story about the Alden Children has delighted readers for generations and sold more than 80 million books worldwide. Featuring timeless adventures, mystery, and suspense, The Boxcar Children® series continues to inspire children to learn, question, imagine, and grow.
Mystery Club (Graphic Novel): Wild Werewolves; Mummy Mischief
by Davide Cali Yannick RobertTwo graphic novel mysteries in one book, each filled with fun humor and intrigue. Are there really werewolves in London? Mummies in the metro? Fear not—Mystery Club is on the case! In Wild Werewolves, a stranger approaches Zoey and Kyle in the library as they ask the question: "Do you think monsters exist in London?" The stranger gives them information that sets them on a city-wide adventure with Ashley and Tyler. The Mystery Club pieces together the werewolf mystery and the identity of the stranger and a zany series of events ensues. In Mummy Mischief, train passengers spot a mummy in the subway. Then it happens again! The occurrences are uncanny and strange enough to lure the Mystery Club to action. As they unwrap the mysteries of the mummy appearances, they unearth even more hijinks than they bargained for.
Mystery Club: A Graphic Novel (Mr. Wolf's Class #2)
by Aron Nels SteinkeAnother charming and funny adventure in the Mr. Wolf's Class series!Mr. Wolf's students are settling into their new classroom, and Randy, Aziza, and Margot realize they have some questions:1. What happened to Aziza's favorite Frisbee?2. Is the girls' bathroom really haunted?3. Where is Mr. Greens, the teacher who disappeared? To answer these questions, the three friends start a mystery club! What could be more fun? Meanwhile, Abdi is wondering what happens to the balls that are accidentally kicked over the fence during recess, and thinks he'll be a hero if he can find his best friend's football.Mysteries abound at Hazelwood Elementary!
Mystery Coach
by Matthew F ChristopherWhen their coach becomes ill and their baseball team starts falling apart, several of the Blazers begin receiving coaching tips from an anonymous phone caller.
Mystery Lights of Navajo Mesa
by Jake Thoene Luke ThoeneWhile investigating the robbery of a local museum, 4 young friends see mysterious lights that they believe belong to a UFO on the mesa in Arizona.
Mystery Mother (Replica #8)
by Marilyn KayeAmy knows Nancy isn't her birth mother, but she has raised Amy as her own daughter. Then a woman shows up claiming to be Amy's biological mother. She's got her own explanations about Amy's special abilities and wants Amy back. With doubts about her identity, Amy begins to dig deeper into her origins. But the truth could destroy the only family she's ever known.
Mystery Of The Lost Treasure
by James Converse Ruth N. MooreTwo youngsters follow clues from an old diary hoping to find a treasure buried years ago on their aunt's Pennsylvania farm. From mysteries in vanishing food, odd lights, and mysterious happenings in the secret tunnel, things are not always as they seem. Joey and Jan Howard are disappointed when they have to spend half of their summer vacation with Great-Aunt Melinda on her Pocono Mountain farm. Expecting a rather dull vacation, they are delighted when they find an old family diary which tells of a strange mystery and a hidden treasure which has never been found. The search for the treasure leads to the discovery of a secret room in Aunt Melinda's attic, a mysterious tunnel which was used as a station in the Underground Railway before the Civil War, and to a deserted island in the middle of a lake where they meet a sullen and suspicious Indian boy. By the time the last of the mysteries is solved, Jan and Joey have made some unexpected friendships, including one with a horse named Patches.
Mystery Play CSI (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Katherine Catmull Gavin ReeceNIMAC-sourced textbook. Who Did It? Someone has written a play and distributed it to the drama club. But who? And why doesn't he— or she!—want anyone to know?
Mystery Ranch & Mike's Mystery (The Boxcar Children Graphic Novels #4&5)
by Gertrude Chandler Warner Mike Dubisch Christopher E. LongMystery Ranch Henry, Jesse, Violet, and Benny Alden have just found out they have an Aunt Jane who hasn’t spoken to their grandfather in years. The children are spending the summer on Aunt Jane’s ranch out west. On the way there, the girls spy a “mystery man.” Does he know something about the ranch? Join the Boxcar Children in their graphic novel adventure at Mystery Ranch! Mike’s Mystery Henry, Jesse, Violet, and Benny Alden are on another summer trip to visit Aunt Jane at Mystery Ranch. They’re thrilled to find their friend Mike Wood lives it the bustling new town near the ranch. But one night, Mike’s house burns down and he is blamed for starting the fire! Join the Boxcar Children in their graphic novel adventure to solve the mystery of Mike’s fire. <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>
Mystery Ranch (Boxcar Children #4)
by Gertrude Chandler Warner Dirk GringhuisHenry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny used to live alone in a boxcar. Now they have a home with their grandfather and are spending the summer out west on their Aunt Jane's ranch. Aunt Jane, their grandfather's sister, is a very unhappy woman who hasn't spoken to her brother in years. The Boxcar Children try to help her, but it isn't until the end of the summer that they learn Aunt Jane's secret-and make a surprising discovery about Mystery Ranch.