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The Spider and the Beehive
by Stephen Lewis Kama EinhornA greedy spider eats fruit without sharing. He learns his lesson though in a beehive.
The Spider: The Disgusting Critters Series (Disgusting Critters)
by Elise GravelPart of a series of hilarious nonfiction about disgusting creatures, this book looks at the spider. It covers such topics as the spider's habitats (pretty much everywhere but outer space), the silk it spins (it can trap prey and makes a nifty bowtie), and its parenting practice (female spiders carry around their eggs in a silk purse). Although silly and off-the-wall, The Spider contains factual information that will both amuse and teach at the same time.
The Spinner Prince (Pride Wars)
by Matt Laney"Readers who like Erin Hunter&’s books will race through this title and will be highly anticipating the sequel."--School Library Journal, review —
The Spookiest Tricks & Treats Joke Book Ever!
by Editors of Portable PressTurn Halloween from scary to silly with hundreds of kid-friendly jokes!Get ready for Halloween with more than 900 brand-new Q&A jokes, knock-knocks, puns, riddles, and one-liners. The Spookiest Tricks & Treats Joke Book Ever! contains all types of kid-friendly jokes that are perfect to tell while trick-or-treating or at a spooky party. Whether your kids prefer to dress up as monsters or superheroes, they’ll laugh out loud at jokes such as... Q: What did one zombie say to the other zombie? A: “Get a life!” Q: Where do mummies go for pizza? A: Pizza Tut Q: What happened when the werewolf swallowed the clock? A: He got ticks.
The Spooky Halloween Activity Book: 40 Things to Make and Do for a Hair-Raising Halloween!
by Jane BullThis book has everything kids need for a spooky Halloween – step-by-step pictures and instructions for decorations, costumes, face painting, food, drinks, and games.From crafts and costumes to food and games, this Halloween activity book covers all aspects you can think of, making it the one book you need for the spookiest night of the year!By popular craft writer Jane Bull, The Spooky Halloween Activity Book is an updated edition of this classic Halloween title, with 40 things to make and do. Make a flickering jack o&’lantern or a cool treat bucket, play fun party games such as dangling doughnuts, put together a pirate, skeleton, witch, or fairy costume, and much more!This Halloween activity book for children offers:- 40 activities, including decorations, costumes, and masks to make, face painting, food and drink recipes, and party games.- Clear explanations with step-by-step instructions and photos for adults and children to make together.- A refreshed design, new decorative artworks, and text revisions in this new edition, with clear safety information at the start of the book and safety warnings for activities requiring adult help or supervision.Children will enjoy getting stuck in with this Halloween book filled with inspiration for making creepy paper-plate masks, trying out freaky face painting ideas, and creating a beastly buffet with monster bread rolls, sausage fingers, spider cupcakes and spooky drinks! Simple instructions and clear pictures ensure that every activity is easy to follow, and safety notes are included wherever children need an adult to help or supervise.
The Spooky Halloween Party
by Annabelle PragerIn a funny sequel to The Surprise Party young Albert is sure his friend's Halloween party can't be as scary as he says it's going to be. "Albert's bravado is dealt a swift blow when he finds himself among a host of party-going ghoulies who turn out not to be his old buddies in disguise.
The Spooky Sleepover: Eagle-Eye Ernie (Pictures described.)
by Susan PearsonFor Halloween Ernie invites three friends for her first sleepover, complete with a feast, games, a storm, and ghost stories. If they can stay up until midnight maybe they can find out if there's a ghost in Ernie's house. A Chapter book for children in early grades to read themselves.
The Spooky Sound (Step into Reading #Step 2)
by Melissa LagonegroAfter Mater and Lightning McQueen hear a mysterious sound one night, they decide to investigate. But when they can't figure out where it's coming from, Radiator Springs suddenly becomes very spooky Disney-Pixar's Cars fans will love this all-new Step 2 reader featuring all of their favorite characters.
The Spooky Sound (Step into Reading)
by Melissa LagonegroAfter Mater and Lightning McQueen hear a mysterious sound one night, they decide to investigate. But when they can't figure out where it's coming from, Radiator Springs suddenly becomes very spooky!Disney•Pixar's Cars fans will love this all-new Step 2 reader featuring all of their favorite characters.
The Spring Book
by Todd ParrNew York Times bestselling author Todd Parr captures the beauty of Spring with his signature blend of kid-friendly art and text in this sweet book about the wonders of a season. Birds are singing and everyone is sneezing because Spring is here! The Spring Book captures a variety of moments that encompasses this season. From rolling down hills or dancing in the rain, to celebrating mothers and honoring heroes everywhere, Todd Parr shows readers with simplicity and universal accessibility the delights of Spring.
The Spring Filly! (Spirit Riding Free)
by G. M. BerrowJoin Miradero's favorite PALs as they explore the frontier and beyond in the second installment of an adventurous original fiction chapter book series inspired by DreamWorks Spirit Riding Free.Spring is the season of change, and things are changing in Miradero--Lucky, Pru, and Abigail will soon be heading off to Palomino Bluffs Riding Academy! Before they go, the PALs want to become Frontier Fillies Trail Trainers. But to do that, the girls need to find and train a brand-new horse--something Lucky has never done! It seems as if everything is coming together when the PALs fall in love with a mini horse named Sandy and are given the chance to train her before the Miradero Founders' Day Parade. But training a horse turns out to be more difficult than Lucky could have imagined. Sandy likes kicking, doesn't like being ridden, and refuses to listen to any of the PALs!Can the PALs and their new friend Caroline find a way to reach Sandy and teach her how to be the best horse she can be before it's too late?DreamWorks Spirit Riding Free © 2020 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved.
The Spy Code Caper (An Eagle-Eye Ernie Story) (Pictures Described)
by Susan PearsonErnie and her friends see a man hiding his face trying to get into the empty house across the street. What is this spy doing? They find a spy code which makes them even more curious. An easy chapter book for children in early grades to read themselves. Look for more Books in the Eagle-Eye Ernie series in the Bookshare collection. Search for books by Susan Pearson. You will find Eagle-eye Ernie Comes to Town, The Bogeyman Caper, The Spooky Sleepover, and The Tap Dance Mystery.
The Squad of Lucky Landing: An Unofficial Fortnite Novel (Trapped In Battle Royale)
by Devin HunterGrey never expected his best friend, Finn, to end up trapped in Battle Royale as well, but now they both have to fight to get out. And there are only a few more weeks to do it. If Ben and Tristan hadn’t left Grey’s squad, he would have been a lot closer to the top five. But with the help of his new squad members, Grey is determined to climb back to the top. It won’t be easy when Grey’s old squad mates use his own tactics against him. He must use his creativity to find new ways to lead his squad back to the top twenty.
The Square Root of Possible: A Jingle Jangle Story
by David E. Talbert Lyn Sisson-TalbertA charming picture book story based on the Netflix holiday film Jingle Jangle, starring Phylicia Rashad, Forrest Whitaker, Anika Noni Rose, Keegan Michael Key, and newcomer Madalen Mills, about an eccentric toymaker, his adventurous granddaughter, and a magical invention, that if they can get it to work in time for the holidays, could change their lives forever.A heartwarming picture book story based on the song "The Square Root of Possible" from the Netflix holiday film Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey! A holiday tale set in the snow-covered town of Cobbleton, Jingle Jangle follows eccentric toymaker Jeronicus Jangle (Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker) whose fanciful inventions burst with whimsy and wonder. But when a betrayal by a former protégé (Keegan-Michael Key) leaves Jeronicus withdrawn and down on his luck, it's up to his bright and adventurous granddaughter, Journey (newcomer Madalen Mills) -- and a singularly magical invention -- to save the day. From the imagination of writer/director David E. Talbert and featuring original music by John Legend, Philip Lawrence, and Davy Nathan, Jingle Jangle reminds you that anything is possible...if you believe.
The Squatchicorns (Big Foot and Little Foot)
by Ellen PotterIn this tale by the author of The Monster Detector, a Sasquatch and a human boy make a new friend while dealing with a curse and celebrating a birthday.When a tribe of Sasquatches flee from a mysterious curse, they take refuge in Hugo’s home, Widdershins Cavern. These new Sasquatches look a bit . . . odd. For example, they all have unicorn horns on their heads! Always open to meeting new creatures, Hugo befriends one of these strange squidges, Nobb. Nobb offers to escort Hugo though the North Woods so that Hugo can attend Boone’s birthday party. Having never been inside a Human house, Hugo finds the experience confusing and somewhat disastrous. Just when it looks like Hugo may have ruined Boone’s birthday, they set out on a mission to solve the troubling curse in Nobb’s cavern. Praise for the Big Foot and Little Foot series“A delightful series about friendship and embracing difference.” —School Library Journal
The Stack
by Vanessa RoederFrom the creator of The Box Turtle comes a clever and stunningly illustrated bedtime story about doing (and building!) whatever it takes to reach for the starsLuna begins her stack with a single chair. But it's not quite tall enough. So she adds a stool, then some books . . . and her bed . . . and before she knows it, she's thrown a pile of plates, a bathtub (currently occupied), and a whale up there too. And yet the stack still isn't tall enough. Finally, after she flings and slings bigger and wackier things into the stack, and then climbs and stretches just so, she is able to reach into the sky for just what she wants: a star of her own to use as a night-light!
The Star Jumped Over the Moon
by John SchlimmGorgeous illustrations follow the friendship of an old apple tree and a tiny star through the seasons as the star learns to shine on its own.
The Star Shard
by Frederic S. DurbinCymbril feels like a bird in a cage. Her task is to sing, to draw crowds to the markets offered by Master Rombol, lord of the Thunder Rake, the only home Cymbril has known. The Rake is a city on wheels, a vast wagon that rolls over the land, its interior a labyrinth of stairways, corridors, chambers, and secret doors.When Cymbril befriends a fellow slave, a boy named Loric, one of the mysterious Fey, she dreams of a life beyond the Rake, and the two begin to plan their escape. But dangers haunt the shadows—the ominous Eye women, the perilous Night Market, the terrors of the Groag Swamp, and something that stalks the night’s dark byways, hunting . . . Survival will depend upon courage, loyalty, and perhaps upon a gift from Cymbril’s long-departed parents—the glowing and magical fragment of a star.
The Star Spangled Banner: Conductor Score (Pictureback(R))
by Francis Scott KeyDid you know that the largest sculptures in the world are the presidents' heads on Mount Rushmore? Featuring bright, bold pictures illustrating national pastimes, monuments, and moments in history, this patriotic Pictureback is a great way to introduce kids to our National Anthem. Lyrics to "The Star-Spangled Banner" are on each page, as well as fun and informational sidebars about America.
The Star Wars Book of Monsters, Ooze and Slime
by Katie CookThe strangest and yuckiest secrets of the galaxyWhat does the Zillo Beast feast on for breakfast? Does slimy Jabba the Hutt ever have a bath? What are the three yuckiest things he eats? Why are wampas so cuddly? And which monster makes the scariest sound? Take a trip on the wild side and discover the weirdest facts in the Star Wars galaxy! From gross creatures and strange bugs, to disgusting food, dangerous deserts, and sinister Sith, this icky, sticky picture book is the perfect gift for young readers.© and ™ 2020 Lucasfilm LTD.
The Star-Spangled Banner
by Peter SpierA book for every patriotic American kid! Never before has the riveting American saga of "The Star-Spangled Banner" been so beautifully and thoroughly presented. This info-packed story of our national anthem includes:★ Illustrated lyrics★ The fascinating history of the War of 1812 and the battle that inspired Francis Scott Key to pen the words★ Musical notation★ Historical images★ A reproduction of Key's original manuscriptCaldecott Medalist Peter Spier's magnificent tribute takes readers from our anthem's turbulent origins at the Battle of Baltimore through the flag's significance in modern-day America. It's a must-have for every American family's library.★ A Bank Street Book of the Year★ An American Bookseller Pick of the Lists"Spier . . . is one of our finest creators of children's books alive."—The New York Times Book Review"Beautifully illustrated by the award-winning artist."—Publishers Weekly
The Star-Spangled Banner (Shaping The United States Of America Ser.)
by Marcia Amidon LustedThe War of 1812 and an American victory inspired Francis Scott Key to write his famous poem, “The Star-Spangled Banner,” which later became the national anthem of the United States. The events surrounding the war and Key’s poem helped establish the American flag as a symbol of patriotism and freedom. Remind readers of our nation’s strength and perseverance through engaging historical content, carefully leveled text, and full-color images.
The Star-Spangled Banner Story
by Candice Kramer Karen Leon Jeffrey Fuerst Alan KramerPerform this script about two children who travel back in time to be with Francis Scott Key as he writes "The Star Spangled Banner. "
The Starkeeper
by Faith PrayA fallen star and one child's kindness lead to a chain of good works that change her town from a dreary, dark place to one of dazzling brightness.When a girl finds a fallen star, she decides to keep it hidden. But this star encourages kindness and needs to shine, so it comes out from the shadows. At first the glow from the star starts to fade, and the girl worries--maybe she's not a very good starkeeper. Then a chance gesture of kindness seems to brighten the star, and soon this kindness leads to a chain of good works that light up the once-dreary town.The art of the book follows the star's journey and lights up more and more with each act of kindness.
The Stars Beckoned: Edward White's Amazing Walk In Space
by Candy WellinsA lyrical picture book biography of Edward White, the first American to walk in space--and an ode to the beauty and wonder of the stars that brought him there.Edward Whiteloved the night,lived where stars were big and bright.The evening sky--so wide, so high.Made him wonder. Made him sigh.Edward White was the first American astronaut to walk in space. But before his spacewalk, he was just a boy who loved the stars. As he grew up, he would look up at the night sky in wonder--he knew that, one day, he would visit the stars themselves. In this touching and poignant picture book biography, we see how Edward's passion for the stars shaped the course of his life, and how he came to realize, even in the depths of space, what was ultimately most important to him--his family.With backmatter containing photos and more information on Edward's life, Candy Wellins and Courtney Dawson deliver a book that is as much a feast for readers' eyes as the stars were for Edward's. Praise for The Stars Beckoned:"The right stuff for children with the stars in their eyes." --Kirkus Reviews "An introduction to a space pioneer that&’s ideal for the youngest nonfiction readers." --Publishers Weekly