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Dawn and the School Spirit War: Dawn and the School Spirit War (The Baby-Sitters Club #84)
by Ann M. MartinPep rally, a big game...some of the kids are getting too involved in School Spirit Month. They make fun of the people who don't participate.
Dawn and the Surfer Ghost: Dawn and the Surfer Ghost (The Baby-Sitters Club Mysteries #12)
by Ann M. MartinBack in California for the surfing competition, Dawn must soon solve a mystery involving a missing surfer, a mangled surfboard, and a ghost who surfs at night.
Dawn and the We Love Kids Club: Dawn and the We Love Kids Club (The Baby-Sitters Club #72)
by Ann M. MartinAfter moving to California, Dawn, a charter member of the Baby-sitters Club, starts her own We Love Kids Club, and the laid-back club may become even more successful than Stoneybrook's Baby-sitters Club.
Dawn of Fear
by Susan CooperDerek and his friends, living outside of London during World War II, regard the frequent air raids with more fascination than fear--after all, they can barely remember a time without them. The boys are thrilled when school is canceled for a few days due to a raid, giving them time to work on their secret camp. But when their camp is savagely attacked by a rival gang from the neighborhood, the harsh reality of the violence surrouding them suddenly crashes down upon Derek and his friends--and a long night of bombing changes his feelings about the war forever. Includes a reader's guide.
Dawn of the Dragons (New Dragon City)
by Mari MancusiThe dragons are coming…are you prepared? This thrilling, dystopian adventure story is perfect for fans of Wings of Fire and Impossible Creatures. Lucas isn't having the best summer. While normally he'd be away at camp, this year he's stuck home, watching over his younger neighbor Noah and mourning the death of his beloved cat. Even going outside is dangerous, thanks to mysterious fires making the air unsafe to breathe. Fires that Noah claims are caused by real life dragons. At first Lucas laughs it off - Noah's dad has always been fond of conspiracy theories. But when the family suddenly flees town and strange rumors start spreading online, Lucas realizes he needs to find out for sure. Meanwhile, young Cinder and her dragon herd are just trying to survive in a strange new world. They&’ve found a haven high in the mountains and hope to finally live in peace. But when Cinder suffers a terrible fall, she&’s not sure she&’ll live long enough to see it. Searching for dragons, Lucas finds Cinder, and he can&’t help but feel sorry for this tiny creature and together they begin to form an unlikely friendship. But a simple misunderstanding between scales and skin is all it takes to spark a worldwide inferno. As the dragon apocalypse looms, can Lucas and Cinder find a way to help keep their families safe?Don't Miss: New Dragon City
Dawn of the Shadowcasters: The Stevie Vegas Chronicles
by M. R. WestonOnly light can drive back the darkness. Only Stevie Vegas can stop the Shadowcasters. It's been a year since the 13-year-old skateboarder found out he was an Illuminator with special powers -- the ability to read minds and make things happen. Then, he was forced to use his new powers to fight the Shadowcasters. Now they've turned up in his hometown wanting revenge, and it will take all his skills as an Illuminator and the help of his friends to beat them again.
Dawn on the Coast: Dawn on the Coast (The Baby-Sitters Club #23)
by Ann M. MartinVisiting her father on the west coast, Dawn is tempted to stay with him when she enjoys the beach, Disneyland, and a wealth of healthy restaurants, but the homesick baby-sitter fears leaving her mother and all of her friends.
Dawn's Big Date: Dawn's Big Date (The Baby-Sitters Club #50)
by Ann M. MartinThe hit series is back, to charm and inspire another generation of baby-sitters!Dawn and Mary Anne are so excited! Logan's cousin Lewis is finally coming to town, and Mary Anne is busy planning the perfect double date. But now Dawn is starting to get worried. She's written letters to Lewis, but she's never had a boyfriend before. What if Lewis doesn't like her?That's when Dawn decides she needs a new image. New clothes, new hairstyle, and maybe just a little more makeup (or a lot). Maybe she should learn how to flirt a little. But will Lewis and the rest of the Baby-sitters like the new Dawn?The best friends you'll ever have--with classic BSC covers and a letter from Ann M. Martin!
Dawn's Big Move: Dawn's Big Move (The Baby-Sitters Club #67)
by Ann M. MartinWhen Dawn announces that she is moving back to California, the other Baby-sitters cannot believe that she would even consider leaving them.
Dawn's Book (Baby-Sitters Club Portrait Collection)
by Ann M. MartinFrom the bestselling author of the generation-defining series The Baby-sitters Club comes a series for a new generation!I thought I had escaped having to write my autobiography at SMS. But no! I moved all the way back to California, and what do I find? My English teacher assigned the very same project. So here I am with lots of memories of both California and Connecticut. There was the time I met my future best friend Sunny and thought she was a weirdo. And there were baby-sitting adventures, like the day I was a hero, and the day I really blew it. Now that I'm finished, I'm kind of glad I had to write my autobiography. You know what? I've had a pretty interesting life.
Dawn's Family Feud: Dawn's Family Feud (The Baby-Sitters Club #64)
by Ann M. MartinWhen Dawn's brother Jeff comes from California for a visit, a nice, peaceful family reunion erupts into a feud between the Schafers and the Spiers.
Dawn's Wicked Stepsister: Dawn's Wicked Stepsister (The Baby-Sitters Club #31)
by Ann M. MartinDawn and Mary Anne are finally stepsisters and also roommates. When they begin to get on each other's nerves, Dawn comes up with a solution which pleases everyone.
Day by Day: Refining Writing Workshop Through 180 Days of Reflective Practice
by Stacey Shubitz Ruth AyresHave you ever wanted your own personal writing coach to help improve your teaching of writing? How about two personal writing coaches? In Day by Day, Stacey Shubitz and Ruth Ayres, creators of the popular blog Two Writing Teachers, guide you through the trials and tribulations of a whole year of writing workshop. ' Day by Day is organized around six fundamental components of writing workshoproutines, mini-lessons, choice, mentors, conferring, and assessment. Each component is broken down into ten-day sections. Each section includes a detailed discussion, a challenge that teachers can apply immediately,' and questions to help teachers assess the process to see what went right, what went wrong, and, most importantly, why.' Ruth and Stacey also provide daily encouragement, support, practical strategies, tips, advice, and everything you need to run an effective writing workshop that meets the needs of all the different writers in your classroom.
Day of Doom: 6 (The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers #6)
by David BaldacciThe Ultimate Sacrifice. It started with a kidnapping. A shadowy organization known only as the Vespers snatched seven members of the Cahill family and demanded a series of bizarre ransoms from around the world. Thirteen-year-old Dan Cahill and his older sister Amy began a global treasure hunt, determined to bring back whatever Vesper One needed, so long as it kept the hostages safe. But when they deliver the last ransom, Amy and Dan discover Vesper One's terrifying endgame. The objects he demanded are vital pieces in a Vesper plot that will harm millions of innocent people. Now the two siblings and their friends are in an all-out sprint to stop Vesper One . . . before the whole world goes BOOM.
Day of the Blizzard
by Stephen Gammell Marietta D. MoskinA brave little girl named Katie goes through a lot of trouble to get her mama's brooch back from the pawn shop.
Day of the Djinn Warriors (Children of the Lamp #4)
by P. B. KerrFrom the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author P. B. Kerr comes the fourth volume in this exceptional, imaginative adventure series about a brother and sister who discover they are djinns.<P> Djinn twins John and Philippa are off on another whirlwind adventure that takes them around the globe and into unknown worlds. And it's a race against time as they attempt to rescue their mother from her fate as the Blue Djinn of Babylon. An aging curse has been placed on their father, and if the twins are gone too long, he'll rapidly become an old man. <P> Meanwhile, museums all over the world are reporting robberies of valuable jade from their collections, as well as bizarre hauntings.
Day of the Dragon King (Magic Tree House #14)
by Mary Pope Osborne Sal MurdoccaWho would burn books?Jack and Annie find out when the Magic Tree House whisks them back to ancient China. There, a powerful emperor called the Dragon King has ordered that all books be burned. Will Jack and Annie be able to save at least one book? Or will they be captured by the emperor's soldiers?
Daya (Influential People Ser.)
by Martha LondonSinger-songwriter Daya writes songs that bring positive messages to young women. Learn more about the impact she is making in the music industry!
Daybook of Critical Reading and Writing (Grade #5)
by Laura Robb Michael F. Opitz Ellin Oliver KeeneA literature and language arts book that aims at harnessing the students' critiical reading and writing skills
Daybook of Critical Reading and Writing [Grade 5]
by Laura Robb Michael F. Opitz Ellin Oliver KeeneNIMAC-sourced textbook
Daybreak on Raven Island
by Fleur BradleyFrom the critically acclaimed author of Midnight at the Barclay Hotel comes a thrilling new middle grade mystery novel inspired by Alcatraz Prison.Tori, Marvin, and Noah would rather be anywhere else than on the seventh grade class field trip to Raven Island prison. Tori would rather be on the soccer field, but her bad grades have benched her until further notice; Marvin would rather be at the first day of a film festival with his best friend, Kevin; and Noah isn't looking forward to having to make small talk with his classmates at this new school. But when the three of them stumble upon a dead body in the woods, miss the last ferry back home, and then have to spend the night on Raven Island, they find that they need each other now more than ever. They must work together to uncover a killer, outrun a motley ghost-hunting crew, and expose the age-old secrets of the island all before daybreak.
Daydream Receiver (Jake Maddox Graphic Novels)
by Jake MaddoxGus Charles is a dreamer. He dreams of catching the winning touchdown in the big game. He dreams of being as popular as the team quarterback, and of smooth talking with the girls in his school. But in reality Gus is an oversized, third-string receiver who rides the pine more than running routes on the field. However, with the homecoming game fast approaching, Gus is determined to show his teammates that his size won't keep him from living out his dreams. Combining a high-stakes sports story with a dynamic full-color comic format, this Jake Maddox Graphic Novel is sure to be a win for young athletes and struggling readers alike.
Daydream Receiver (Jake Maddox Graphic Novels)
by Jake MaddoxGus Charles is a dreamer. He dreams of catching the winning touchdown in the big game. He dreams of being as popular as the team quarterback, and of smooth talking with the girls in his school. But in reality Gus is an oversized, third-string receiver who rides the pine more than running routes on the field. However, with the homecoming game fast approaching, Gus is determined to show his teammates that his size won't keep him from living out his dreams. Combining a high-stakes sports story with a dynamic full-color comic format, this Jake Maddox Graphic Novel is sure to be a win for young athletes and struggling readers alike.
Daydreamer
by Rob CameronAn eleven-year-old boy copes with the challenges of his city life by weaving his reality into a magical realm of dragons, foxes, and trolls—until he must use the power of his creativity to save both of his worlds from destructive forces. This stunning debut is a profound exploration of imagination, community, and how the stories we tell both comfort us and challenge us to grow.Charles&’ life is split between two worlds: one real and one fantasy. In the real world, he is a lonely, bullied kid who can&’t keep up with school when the letters refuse to stay still on the page, and is constantly in trouble for getting distracted. He lives with his mom in an apartment building, where Glory, the grumpy old superintendent, fills his head with stories about the Dream Folk.In his fantasy world, the Sanctuary, Charles adventures with faeries and sprites and his two imaginary best friends. There, Charles's bullies become ogres, and Glory opens his arms wide to transform into a dragon. But when trolls move into Charles&’ apartment building and bring with them a terrible secret, the stories he has been told and the ones he brings to life grow more complicated. To protect everyone he cares about, Charles must harness his imagination in ways he never dreamed, in this unique story of the spaces and narratives we create for ourselves, and the ways in which fantasy and reality collide and blur.
Days of the Dead
by Kersten HamiltonBy the critically acclaimed author of Tyger Tyger, a warm, magical story of a girl’s struggle to keep a promise to her dead mother. Glorieta Magdalena Davis Espinosa is happy that Papi married Alice. She’s happy that he can smile again after years of mourning Mamá. But the urn containing Mamá’s ashes disappeared into a drawer the day Alice moved in. If everything about Glorieta’s life is going to change, then she wants one thing to go her way: She wants to hear stories about her mamá when the family gathers on the last night of los Días de los Muertos. And that can only happen if Tia Diosonita will allow Mamá to be buried with the Espinosas in holy ground. If she will allow people to speak Mamá’s name. With the help of her best friend, River, and her cousin Mateo, Glorieta sets out to convince Diosonita that Mamá is not burning in Hell. To do so, she’ll have to learn to let hate go—and to love the people who stand in her way. In prose that sparkles with magical undertones, author Kersten Hamilton weaves a tender story about grief, faith, and the redemptive power of love.