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The Twelve-Bug Day (Mouse Math)
by Lisa HarkraderEach read-aloud book in the Mouse Math series focuses on a single, basic math concept and features adorable mice, Albert and Wanda, who live in a People House. Entertaining fiction stories capture kids&’ imaginations as the mice learn about numbers, shapes, sizes, and more. Over 3 million copies sold worldwide!A dozen bugs? That&’s a lot! Still, Albert is sure he&’ll find all twelve on the class field trip to the insect zoo. After all he loves bugs. What he doesn&’t love? Subtraction. But if he counts down, bug by bug, he might just win lunch with the famous entomologist, Arizona Brown! Every Mouse Math title includes back matter activities that support and extend reading comprehension and math skills, plus free online activities. (Math Concept: Subtraction)
The Twenty-four Days Before Christmas (Austin Family Chronicles #2.5)
by Madeleine L'Engle Jill WeberVicky Austin's family does one special thing each day of December to prepare for Christmas.<P><P>This year, they're also preparing for the birth of a new brother or sister, due after the New Year. Vicky is worried that the baby will come early-what kind of Christmas Eve would it be without Mother to help them hang up stockings and sing everyone to sleep with carols? <P>This classic story of an old-fashioned Christmas is accompanied by merry illustrations by Jill Weber.
The Twin Princes
by Tedd ArnoldRiddle me this . . . Why does Old King Chanticleer worry about his two sons, Henry and Fowler? Because they are twins, and he can't decide which prince should inherit his throne. And so he plans a horse race--one that will determine the next king. But this race is an unusual one, and it will take cleverness, not just speed, to become the winner. With puns on every page, the classic battle of hero versus villain, and even a riddle for the reader to solve, this featherbrained fairy tale is exuberant, goofy, irresistible fun.
The Twin Princes
by Tedd ArnoldWhy did Old King Chanticleer worry about his two sons? Because they were twins, and he could not decide which prince should inherit his throne. And so he planned a horse race-one that would determine the next king. But this race was an unusual one: The brother whose horse was last to cross the finish line would be the winner. How in the world could they finish this strange race? With puns on every page, exuberantly goofy artwork, the classic battle of hero versus villain, and even a riddle for the reader to solve, this featherbrained story is terrifically clever fun.
The Twin Trouble (The Kids in Ms. Colman's Class #6)
by Ann M. MartinFrom the bestselling author of the generation-defining series The Baby-sitters Club comes a series for a new generation!When Tammy beats her twin, Terry, in the school readathon, the sisters who were once so identical begin to demonstrate their differences and get concerned . . . until they are visited by another twin in their lives -- Grandma.
The Twinkling Stars: An Adaptation of a Traditional Song
by David Harrington Jeffrey B. Fuerst Brooke HarrisNIMAC-sourced textbook
The Twist-a-Roo
by Kathleen DohertyA modern spin on &“The Ant and the Grasshopper,&” this warm-spirited, woodland tale celebrates the power of community and coming together to share in times of need.Winter is fast approaching the forest and everyone is storing food for a long hibernation, except Badger who is determined to find something fun to play with during the cold months ahead. After poking around in people town, Badger finds a Twist-a-Roo. It makes flashy shapes, splashy shapes, and shapes that slide and slip! It&’s perfect for brightening Badger&’s den with lots of color. But when the snow starts piling on deeper and deeper, Badger&’s cupboards go bare! All that razzle dazzle can&’t fill her belly. Then…knockity-knock. Someone&’s at the door!From the creators of The Thingity-Jig, this cozy, cuddle-up tale from Kathy Doherty is lovingly illustrated by Kristyna Litten with enchanting details for little ones to discover.
The Two Golden Geese
by Joanna Korba Jackie Urbanovic Jeffrey FuerstPerform this script about two golden geese.
The U.S. Air Force (The\u. S. Military Branches Ser.)
by Matt DoedenUp, up, and away! The brave men and women of the United States Air Force are always hard at work protecting their country. Pilots, mechanics, air traffic controllers, and other airmen all have important jobs. They get help from high-tech vehicles such as the MQ-9 Reaper drone and advanced guns and missiles. Beginning readers are sure to enjoy learning about all-things Air Force, from jobs to weapons and equipment.
The U.S. Capitol: Introducing Primary Sources (Introducing Primary Sources Ser.)
by Kathryn Clayprimary sources; William Thornton; George Washington; Senate Wing; House Wing; War of 1812; Exhibition Hall
The U.S. Constitution (Shaping The United States Of America Ser.)
by Laura K. MurrayEncourage good citizenship and teach young readers about primary sources as they learn about the U.S. Constitution. Readers will get an inside look at the document on which our nation was founded, along with the branches of government, courts of law, amendments, and rights. Written at-level and with curriculum-based content, students will learn about the events leading up to the 1787 Constitutional Convention and how this important document still impacts America today.
The U.S. Constitution and Other Important American Documents (No Fear #4)
by SparkNotesUnderstand the documents that made America the nation it is today!The Declaration of Independence The Articles of Confederation The Constitution The Gettysburg Address These documents have all helped define the fundamental laws, beliefs, and history of the United States. Each one served a different function and altered the way Americans perceived their country. This No Fear compilation presents their original texts side-by-side with modern translations; it doesn&’t interpret—especially where the writers have deliberately left things vague—but simply modernizes the language so readers can draw their own conclusions. There never was a better, more necessary time for this illuminating book.
The U.S. House of Representatives (U.S. Government)
by Amy KortuemHow does the U.S. House of Representatives work? Discover who can be a representative, what they do, where they work, and more. Descriptive main text, full-color photos, fast facts, and callout definitions work together to support understanding.
The U.S. Marine Corps (The\u. S. Military Branches Ser.)
by Jennifer ReedU.S. Marines pride themselves on being the “first to fight” for their country. By sea, by land, and by air, Marines work as a team. They get help from high-tech vehicles such as the F/A Hornet fighter jet and weapons such as M-4 rifles. Beginning readers are sure to enjoy learning about various aspects of the Marine Corps, from jobs to weapons and equipment.
The Ugly Bug Ball
by Anissa FreemanStanley the Stinkbug is upset: he isn’t invited to the Ugly Bug Ball because of his stench! Garden meanie Prissy Pray refuses to let Stanley attend the party, and that makes Stanley feel really bad about himself. Will his friends help him see how important every part of him is? Will he let Prissy Pray bully him into not going to the ball? Or will he gather his courage and overcome his fears?
The Ugly Doodles
by Valeria WickerThis hilarious and adorable picture book about creativity, fear of failure, and embracing your imperfections is perfect for kids and budding artists of all ages.After an inspiring visit to the local art museum, Raven Rembrandt is eager to create her own beautiful masterpieces. But the only thing she can seem to draw are ugly doodles -- and they won't go away, no matter how hard she tries to discard them! After a few increasingly inventive attempts to get rid of them, Raven realizes that the only way to learn to love her art is to just create.Valeria Wicker's endearing and quirky art style adds humor to her sweet and whimsical story about overcoming a fear of imperfection and failure.
The Ugly Duckling
by Jacqueline Rogers Carrie Smith Sera Y. ReycraftHave you ever felt different and alone? Read this fairy tale about a lonely duck who finds out that being different can be good!
The Ugly Duckling
by Rachel IsadoraSet in the wilds of Africa, Caldecott Honor winner Rachel Isadora's stunning interpretation of the beloved Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale portrays African animals and landscapes with beautiful detail. As the ugly duckling searches for a place where he can fit in, Isadora's vibrant collages capture the beauty in everything from glistening feathers to shimmering sunsets.
The Ugly Vegetables
by Grace LinIn this charming story about celebrating differences a Chinese-American girl wishes for a garden of bright flowers instead of one full of bumpy, ugly, vegetables. The neighbors' gardens look so much prettier and so much more inviting to the young gardener than the garden of "black-purple-green vines, fuzzy wrinkled leaves, prickly stems, and a few little yellow flowers" that she and her mother grow. Nevertheless, mother assures her that "these are better than flowers." Come harvest time, everyone agrees as those ugly Chinese vegetables become the tastiest, most aromatic soup they have ever known. As the neighborhood comes together to share flowers and ugly vegetable soup, the young gardener learns that regardless of appearances, everything has its own beauty and purpose. THE UGLY VEGETABLES springs forth with the bright and cheerful colors of blooming flowers and lumpy vegetables. Grace Lin's playful illustrations pour forth with abundant treasures. Complete with a guide to the Chinese pronunciation of the vegetables and the recipe for ugly vegetable soup!
The Ultimate Unofficial Encyclopedia for Minecrafters: An A–Z Guide to Unlocking Incredible Adventures, Buildplates, Mobs, Resources, and Mobile Gaming Fun (Encyclopedia for Minecrafters)
by Megan MillerFrom the New York Times bestselling author Megan Miller comes this crucial guide to navigating Minecraft&’s AR game play mode! What do a muddy pig, a moobloom, and a minecoin have in common? They&’re all featured in Minecraft Earth and they&’re all in the M section of this easy-to-use encyclopedia for gamers of all ages. The Ultimate Unofficial Encyclopedia for Minecrafters: Earth covers everything from A to Z, from Adventure loot chests to zombies, giving Minecraft fans the ability to transform their own neighborhood into an incredible Minecraft playground. All you need is a mobile phone or tablet and this user-friendly guide. You&’ll learn how to: Use the overworld map to find tappables and get all the resources you needEnter Minecraft Adventures where you can solve challenges and battle hostile mobs with friends!Create unique masterpieces using build plates in tabletop or life-size view modeLocate and identify the best resources in the gameCollect and breed rare mobsFarm, craft, and battle with more successAvoid the pitfalls noobs make when playing Minecraft Earth Armed with this helpful guide to all the resources, mobs, and features that Minecraft Earth has to offer, you'll be ready to fight, craft, mine, and play with the best of them.
The Ultimate Unofficial Encyclopedia for Minecrafters: An A–Z Guide to the Mysteries of the Deep (Encyclopedia for Minecrafters)
by Megan MillerFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Hacks for Minecrafters comes a whole new encyclopedia on the underwater world of Minecraft! What's a Red-Lipped Blenny? How can you find more buried treasure? Where do you find blue ice, and why is it valuable? For Minecraft knowledge hunters, ocean animal-lovers, and adventurers ready for the Minecraft life aquatic, this encyclopedia of the underwater world of Minecraft is a game-changing resource. Find out all you need know in this easy-to-use, A to Z, illustrated encyclopedia covering everything from anemones to underwater zombies. You&’ll learn how to: Build an aquariumActivate a conduitFind the precious Heart of the SeaUse dolphins to uncover shipwrecks and other underwater ruinsAnd more! Armed with this helpful guide to all the resources the sea has to offer, you'll be ready to fight, craft, mine, and thrive in the watery depths of Minecraft with The Ultimate Unofficial Encyclopedia for Minecrafters: Aquatic.
The Umbrella
by Beth FerryFrom the New York Times bestselling creators behind Stick and Stone comes an inspiring story of persistence, kindness, and curiosity—a perfect read-aloud, rain or shine.In a dreary town where it always rains, a little girl and her dog discover an unexpected way to spread the light. Told with surprise and humor, here is a story of generosity, perseverance, and the way that happiness can be contagious—all it takes is one person and a bright idea.This gorgeously illustrated story is a feel-good classic in the making for all bedtimes and story times.
The Un-Fairy (Itty Bitty Princess Kitty #6)
by Melody MewsItty lends a helping hand to a struggling fairy in this sixth Itty Bitty Princess Kitty chapter book.There are many different types of fairies in Lollyland. There are announcement fairies, garden fairies, food fairies, builder fairies, art fairies, and more! The fairies take their jobs very seriously. So what happens when a new fairy named Bree can&’t find the right role? Itty decides to help Bree figure out where she fits in, but that&’s proving to be difficult! What if Bree was never meant to be a fairy? What if she&’s…an un-fairy? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on every page, the Itty Bitty Princess Kitty chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.
The Un-Friendship Bracelet: The Un-friendship Bracelet; Making The Band; Tie-dye Disaster; Dream Machine (Craftily Ever After #1)
by Xindi Yan Martha MakerIn the first book of the Craftily Ever After chapter book series, a new student gets between best friends Emily and Maddie—and changes the meaning of their friendship bracelets!Emily Adams, Maddie Wilson, Bella Diaz, and Sam Sharma are eight-year-olds with one special thing in common: they love to create. They each have unique talents, too! Emily is great at constructing and building; Maddie has an eye for fashion, fabrics, and sewing; Bella is a gadget whiz; and Sam is a gifted artist. Together, these four crafty friends dream up new projects to design, build, and create and through their experiences, they’ll learn how to handle various obstacles at school and in their everyday eight-year-old lives. In the first Craftily Ever After book, best friends Emily and Maddie are so close that they spend most of their free time together, and wear matching friendship bracelets, too! One day, a new student named Bella Diaz shows up at Mason Creek Elementary. Maddie immediately befriends her, discovering that she too is really crafty. As Maddie and Bella spend more time together, Emily finds herself spending more time alone…until she realizes that the boy who’s been sitting next to her in class this whole time loves to draw and create just like she does. When Emily’s friendship bracelet falls off and Maddie doesn’t even notice, Emily begins to think that maybe it was an un-friendship bracelet after all. With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Craftily Ever After chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.
The Unbudgeable Curmudgeon
by Matthew BurgessA BANK STREET BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR"For any kid or parent that's having a bit of a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day, this book is an instant pick me up. Great for siblings, too!" --Red Tricycle "After reading aloud, listeners might discover their own ways to unbudge curmudgeons."--Publishers Weekly"Playful language and a subtly rhyming text create an enjoyable read-aloud about frustrations and bad moods." --Booklist What do you do with a curmudgeon that just won't budge? Why, shake off the grumpy 'tude and embrace the fun!Have you ever seen a curmudgeon that looks like your brother, but is in such a bad mood you hardly recognize him? You can try all the peanut butter sandwiches and brownies you have, but he is not moving.Nothing works, especially nudging, and he just makes you so grumpy that eventually you have no choice but to fight back--and then...Have you ever become a curmudgeon that just won't budge?Matthew Burgess's playful depiction of bad moods and sibling rivalry is matched perfectly by Fiona Woodcock's unique childlike art style.