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Pass the Ball, Mo! (Mo Jackson #3)
by David A. AdlerThe third installment in this adorable Level 2 Geisel Award-winning series from a classroom favorite!Mo's latest obsession is basketball. He's determined to learn how to pass, but as the shortest member of the team, he can't seem to launch the ball high enough. Can Mo learn to pass in time to help his team win the big game? This Level 2 reader about a little African-American boy with a big passion for sports is a funny, motivational companion to the winner of the 2016 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award.Praise for Pass the Ball, Mo!:"...welcome addition to the easy reader shelves." --The Horn Book
Passenger Trains (All Aboard! Ser.)
by Nikki Bruno Clapperamtrak; national rail; bullet train; light rail; rail transport; subways; railroads; science engineering technology math
Passover, Here I Come! (Here I Come!)
by D.J. SteinbergCelebrate Passover with a collection of funny and festive poems from the author of the hugely popular Kindergarten, Here I Come!The Seder plate is set and the pantry's filled with matzah -- Passover is here! Author D. J. Steinberg is back with an all new collection of poems celebrating the joys of Passover, from singing the Four Questions to finding the Afikomen.
Pastel para enemigos (Enemy Pie Spanish language edition)
by Derek MunsonParecía un verano perfecto. Absolutamente perfecto. Hasta que Joaquín Rojas se mudó a mi barrio y se convirtió en mi enemigo número uno. Afortunadamente, papá sabía cómo librarse de los enemigos: con un Pastel para Enemigos. Pero su receta secreta decía que había que pasar ¡un día entero jugando con el enemigo!En este divertido y tierno cuento, un niño descubre una receta efectiva para convertir al peor enemigo en un gran amigo. Lleno de encantadoras ilustraciones, Pastel para Enemigos ofrece una gustosa lección sobre las dificultades y las satisfacciones que encontramos cuando tratamos de hacer nuevos amigos.Since its publication, this funny yet heartfelt book has become a go-to for discussing the challenges and rewards of making a friend and the importance of not judging others on first impressions. Now available in Spanish for the first time, it is the perfect recipe for turning a best enemy into a best friend, which is a sweet and timeless message that resonates in every language.
Pasture Bedtime: Charlie's Rules #1 (Orca Echoes)
by Sigmund BrouwerEleven-year-old Charlie Dembinski likes to keep his life organized and quiet. This is a challenge when you live on a farm where your mother runs a veterinary clinic for the local livestock, neighbors’ pets and sometimes rescued wildlife. To complicate Charlie’s orderly life even further, his mother hires a bookkeeper to live on the farm who brings along her daughter, Amy Ma. And Amy is anything but quiet! Her constant questions and attempts to spend time with Charlie really bother him, and he doesn’t understand why the adults seem to like her so much. But when a neighbor’s beloved dog gets sick with a mysterious illness, Charlie realizes that Amy’s outgoing approach might not be all that bad. This is the first book in the Charlie's Rules series.
Patch of Sky
by Nic YuloA fiercely determined girl will do anything to help her best pig friend finally see the sky in this unique friendship storyPia just found out the terrible news that pigs can't look straight up, which means her best friend and right-hand-pig Patches has never seen the sky. If you ask her, that is absolutely cuckoo bananas. Now Pia is on a mission to share the beauty of the big wide sky with Patches . . . and she will do whatever it takes! From debut author-illustrator Nic Yulo comes this story of determination, empathy, and learning to look at the world (and the sky!) in a whole new way.
Patchwork
by Matt de la PeñaFrom a Newbery Medal-winning author and a New York Times bestselling illustrator comes a deeply moving ode to the complexity and uniqueness of every child.In profound, uplifting verse and sumptuous artwork, beloved creators Matt de la Peña and Corinna Luyken explore the endless possibilities each child contains: A young dancer may grow into a computer coder; a basketball player might become a poet; a class clown may one day serve as an inspiring teacher; and today&’s quiet empath might be tomorrow&’s great leader. Here's a profound and uplifting new classic with an empowering message for readers of all ages: Your story is still being written.
Patchwork: A Memoir of Love and Loss
by Mary Jo DoigA wife and mother of a grown son and two teen daughters, a woman enjoying her career and life, Mary Jo Doig wants nothing more from life than to live out her days embraced by the deep roots of family, friends, and her community. Tightly wrapped in a life-long protective cocoon, she has no idea how wounded she is—until, on one starless night following the death of a relative, she has a flashback that opens a dark passageway back to her childhood and the horrific secrets buried deep inside her psyche. Part mystery and part inspirational memoir, Patchwork is the riveting story of one woman who strived to live a life full of love, only to endure tragedies with two of her children and struggles in her marriages—the consequences of a mysterious life-long behavior unnoticed by her family or teachers. Like a needle stitching together a quilt, the memories Mary Jo recovers following her first flashback show her why her early years were threaded with a need to be invisible, as well as core beliefs that she was stupid, not good enough, and vastly different from her peers. Shattered by these revelations, overcome by depression, hopelessness, and a loss of trust in others, Mary Jo embarks on a healing journey through the underground of her life that ultimately leads to transformation.
Path of the Winter Beast (The Kingdom of Wrenly #21)
by Jordan QuinnPrince Lucas and Lady Clara venture into the heart of Flatfrost to face a winter beast in this twenty-first fantastical adventure of The Kingdom of Wrenly series!With the magical Winter Drop festival just around the corner, Prince Lucas would rather be doing absolutely anything besides listening to his tutor all day. Clara, on the other hand, is joyfully helping her father bake for the upcoming festivities. But when palace guards storm into the throne room with a so-called Beast Catcher, the friends find a little more adventure, and danger, than they bargained for. With easy-to-read text and illustrations on almost every page, The Kingdom of Wrenly chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Patrick and the Not So Perfect Party
by Anne WynterAll Patrick wants for his birthday is a flawless FOOD party.So why does Karter arrive dressed as a FOOT!? From Ezra Jack Keats Award-Winner, Anne Wynter, this hilarious tale follows perfectionist Patrick as he learns a valuable lesson in being patient, embracing chaos, and finding the joy in going with the flow. "Children will laugh over the hilarious ending; indeed, they'll giggle their way through this uproarious book-and perhaps realize that learning to be a bit flexible can be a lot of fun. A perfectly entertaining read." Kirkus ReviewsPatrick likes everything to be just-so, which is why he likes to cook. The meals he makes are always "exquisite," "delicious," and "absolutely perfect." So when his birthday rolls around, Patrick knows exactly what he wants to do. However, Patrick's big brother, Russ, is not perfect. When Russ makes a mistake on Patrick's party invitation, Patrick thinks his birthday is ruined. But is it? Readers will delight in this warm celebration of self-expression, acceptance, and brotherly love written by Ezra Jack Keats Award-winning author, Anne Wynter.
Patrones (Math Counts, New and Updated)
by Henry PluckroseUna serie de libros para introducir a los lectores jovenes a conceptos matematicos fundamentales, ¡ahora en espanol!Los patrones estan a nuestro alrededor y encontramos muchos de ellos en la naturaleza: en las cabezas y petalos de las flores, en las hojas, en los pajaros, en las alas de las mariposas... ¡Hay patrones en casi todas partes! Con ejemplos del mundo real, fotografias convincentes y texto inspirador, ¡esta es la introduccion perfecta al concepto matematico de "patrones" para los lectores mas jovenes!Sobre la serie:Publicada originalmente en los anos 90 y actualizada recientemente, esta revolucionaria serie superventas inicia a los ninos en el camino de aprender a comunicarse y razonar matematicamente.La base de las matematicas son las ideas, y estos libros se han desarrollado para que los ninos vean, hablen, toquen y experimenten con estas ideas. Las fotografias atractivas y el texto sencillo y directo, hacen de esta serie una herramienta perfecta para leer individualmente o en voz alta. Diez conceptos matematicos fundamentales, uno para cada libro de la serie, estan desarrollados de forma excelente, y ofrecen un apoyo curricular ideal. Esta serie es la mejor manera de iniciar el camino hacia el dominio de las matematicas.
Patterns (Math Counts: Updated Editions)
by Henry PluckroseAn introduction to capacity for the youngest readers!Math Counts series introduces young readers (grades K-3) to early math concepts. Real-world examples and corresponding photos make math concepts easy to grasp.There are patterns almost everywhere. Recognizing them just takes a little practice.
Patty Cat: Short Vowel A (Let's Read Together ®)
by Barbara deRubertisLet&’s Read Together books merge rhyme and vowel sounds in delightfully zany stories kids will want to read again and again. Each of the 15 books in this classic series by award-winning author/educator Barbara deRubertis will give your child a jumpstart on reading success."Story lines are silly and inventive, and recall Dr. Seuss&’s Cat in the Hat for the building of rhythm and rhyming words." —School Library JournalPatty Cat wants to play ball, but Max the Rat has stolen the bat! (This easy-to-read story features the short &“a&” vowel sound.)
Paul Bunyan Builds a Mighty Mountain
by Jeffrey Fuerst Dewayne Whiteside D. R. AndersenPerform this script about Paul Bunyan and how he accidentally builds a mighty mountain.
Paul Revere and the Bell Ringers (Ready-to-read Level 2)
by Jonah WinterYoung Paul Revere and his friends form a club whose members ring the bells at Christ Church, an experience which teaches him responsibility and other lessons that he uses as an adult in the American Revolution.
Pawnee (The Native Americans)
by Barbara A. Gray-KanatiioshAn introduction to the history, social life, customs, and present life of the Pawnee Indians.
Paws for a Cause: A Branches Book (Diary of a Pug #3)
by Kyla MayThe third book in a sweet and funny Branches series about a pug and his human, told from the pug's POV!Pick a book. Grow a reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!When the local animal shelter can't afford new toys, it's up to Bub and his human, Bella, to save the day. But how could they possibly raise the money? A pet wash, of course! Fun and high jinks abound as Bella and Bub learn that running a pet wash is harder and wetter than it looks.With full-color artwork throughout, this funny and charming diary-format early chapter book is perfect for anyone who believes a furry pal is the best kind of friend.
Pea, Bee, & Jay #1: Stuck Together (Pea, Bee, & Jay #1)
by Brian "Smitty" SmithGet ready to roll with Pea, Bee, & Jay in this brand-new early reader graphic novel series by Brian “Smitty” Smith, perfect for fans of Narwhal & Jelly, emerging readers, and comic lovers alike! Like all peas, Pea loves to roll. So when a no-good strawberry dares him to roll all the way off the farm, he swears he can do it—eazy me-zee!But along the way, a powerful thunderstorm strikes and bounces Pea off course...and right into two unlikely new buds: a bee named Bee who thinks she knows it all, and a bird named Jay who can’t figure out how to fly. On their own they may not look like much, but if this trio can stick together, they just might help Pea find his way back home!Praise for Pea, Bee, & Jay:Kirkus Best Books of 2020SLJ Best Books of 2020Fall 2020 Indie Next ListAmazon Best Books of 2020Junior Library Guild Selection2021 Texas Library Association’s Little Maverick Graphic Novels Reading List Selection
Pea, Bee, & Jay #2: Wannabees (Pea, Bee, & Jay #2)
by Brian "Smitty" SmithGet ready to roll with Pea, Bee, & Jay in this brand-new early reader graphic novel series by Brian “Smitty” Smith, perfect for fans of Narwhal & Jelly, emerging readers, and comic lovers alike! Who knew being queen could sting so much? All Bee really wants to do is play with her two best friends, Pea and Jay. But when she’s replaced by Lenny—an ambitious bee hungry for power—as queen of her hive, the friends set out to prove Lenny isn’t exactly who he seems to be. Can Bee, with the help of her friends, regain her crown and throne, or has the Reign of Lenny officially begun?Praise for Pea, Bee, & Jay:Kirkus Best Books of 2020SLJ Best Books of 2020Fall 2020 Indie Next ListAmazon Best Books of 2020Junior Library Guild Selection2021 Texas Library Association’s Little Maverick Graphic Novels Reading List Selection
Pea, Bee, & Jay #3: Lift Off (Pea, Bee, & Jay #3)
by Brian "Smitty" SmithBuckle up for Flight School with Pea, Bee, & Jay in this early graphic novel series by Brian “Smitty” Smith, perfect for fans of Narwhal & Jelly, emerging readers, and comic lovers alike! Jay the blue jay has never learned to fly, which has never been a problem . . . until a crew of super cool birds touch down at the farm and invite him to play some super cool flying games. Now Jay needs to figure out how to fly—and fast—before he misses out on all the fun. Lucky for him, his best buds Pea and Bee know just what to do… Start your engines because Flight School is now in session! Praise for Pea, Bee, & Jay: Kirkus Best Books of 2020 SLJ Best Books of 2020 Fall 2020 Indie Next List Amazon Best Books of 2020 Junior Library Guild Selection 2021 Texas Library Association’s Little Maverick Graphic Novels Reading List Selection