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California: Tesoros de lectura [Grade 1, Volume 1]

by Jana Echevarria David J. Francis Elva Durán

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Call Me Tree / Llámame árbol: Llámame Árbol

by Maya Gonzalez

An imaginary bilingual English/Spanish tale of self-discovery told by a child who grows, learns about the natural world, embraces others, and is free to become who they are meant to be--a child as unique as a tree.What does it mean to be like a tree?For one young child, it all beginsas a tiny seedthat is free to growand reach out to otherswhile standing strong and tall-just like a tree in the natural world. With this gentle and imaginative story about becoming your fullest self, Maya Gonzalez empowers young readers to dream and reach... and to be as free and unique as trees.

Call of the Sound Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #16)

by Tracey West

Drake needs to stop a dangerous wizard battle in this action-packed, bestselling series!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!Magic from a wizards' battle is destroying the city of Remus! To stop this dangerous duel, Drake and Petra team up with a Dragon Master named Tessa. Tessa, who is blind, has a very special connection with her Sound Dragon, Sono. Together, the Dragon Masters will need to find a Power Crystal! Can they save the city?

Callie Cat, Ice Skater

by Eileen Spinelli Anne Kennedy

Day and night, Callie Cat ice skates on the pond in her backyard. She loves to ice skate, loves it more than chocolate cake, more than going to the mall--more than her friends can understand. That is, until the Honeybrook Ice Rink announces a contest, and everyone thinks it could be Callie's big chance! Now Callie practices day and night. She wants to win the big prize . . . doesn't she?

Calligraphy for Kids (Calligraphy Basics #1)

by Eleanor Winters

For school, for art classes, for fun: this kid-friendly guide to the art of beautiful writing will be a hit anywhere. From the tools to the techniques to the fantastic projects, everything has been chosen specifically for children. Youngsters can use special, colorful, felt-tipped pens called chisel-edged markers to produce great-looking letters. The guidelines make it easier to get good results. Attractive pages, filled with brightly colored examples, get kids started with simple zigzags and then move on to small and large italics, gothic lettering, uncial, and Roman calligraphy. Children will enjoy using their new skills to write down favorite poems, fashion border designs, and create greeting cards and invitations.

Calling All Engines (Thomas & Friends)

by W. Awdry

Thomas and the Really Useful Engines are working hard getting the new airport ready for the grand opening. Then a terrible storm slows them down, and soon it is clear that all the engines are going to have to work together. The steamies and the diesels have never gotten along very well, but Lady appears in Thomas' dream and tells him it will be all right. But can they count on help from the biggest diesel of them all--Diesel 10?

Calling Doctor Amelia Bedelia (I Can Read! #15)

by Herman Parish

Amelia Bedelia is helping out at Dr. Horton's bustling office. She may not have a medical degree, but her own special prescription of "un"common sense works like a charm every time.

Calling the Water Drum

by LaTisha Redding

A moving story about a family's attempt to flee Haiti in a boat, and a young boy who bravely learns to navigate a new world through playing his drum.Henri and his parents leave their homeland, Haiti, after they receive an invitation from an uncle to come to New York City. Only able to afford a small, rickety boat, the family sets out in the middle of the night in search of a better life. Out at sea, Henri dreams of what life will be like "across the great waters." Then the small boat overturns, and Henri is placed on top of the boat as his parents drift further out at sea. Overcome with grief, Henri retreats into himself and is no longer able to speak once he reaches land. Encouraged by his uncle and neighbor, Henri takes a bucket and plays on it like a drum. The drumming becomes a link to his past and a conduit for his emotions. Slowly, through his drumming and the kindness of his uncle and friend, Henri learns to navigate this new and foreign world without his parents. Calling the Water Drum is a tender and beautiful tribute to the resiliency of children and the human spirit.

Calling the Wind: A Story of Healing and Hope

by Trudy Ludwig

Inspired by the Wind Telephone in Japan, this poignant story explores the stages of grief, the healing power of hope, and the unbreakable family bonds that connect us all. From the acclaimed author of The Invisible Boy and the award-winning illustrator of One.In a small village in Japan, a family mourns the loss of their loved one. Each family member grieves in their own way, but it is not until they discover an old-fashioned telephone booth on a windswept hill that they begin to heal. Through the telephone, they are able to express feelings long bottled up--speaking directly to their loved one and also to each other. Slowly but surely, the pain subsides, and hope blossoms anew.Inspired by Itaru Sasaki's Wind Telephone, which brought healing to the people of Japan in the wake of an Earthquake and tsunami this story explores grief and loss, and how we move forward by finding meaningful ways to connect with the family and friends we've lost, as well as those who are still with us."Truly beautiful and poignant. This book is for anyone who's ever experienced loss or grief, which is to say: all of us." —Katherine Applegate, Newbery Award-winning author of The One and Only Ivan

Calm: Mindfulness for Kids (Mindfulness for Kids)

by Wynne Kinder

Teach your kids how to focus their thoughts and notice the world around them with this fun mindfulness kids activity book.Mindfulness activities are a great way to teach children about their thoughts and feelings and how to understand them--while having fun at the same time.This book is packed with activities--make a mindfulness jar, learn how to appreciate food with mindful eating, and get out into nature and explore the outside world. An illustrated journal section at the back of the book encourages children to make notes about their own thoughts and feelingsCalm: Mindfulness for Kids has everything you need to know about focusing your child's mind to help them enjoy and appreciate things that they take for granted every day, while boosting their confidence and self-esteem. Children are guided through each activity, to make sure they achieve maximum enjoyment and awareness. All children will learn and react to each activity in a different way and parent's notes give advice on how to encourage children to embrace mindfulness in the modern world. Each specially designed activity is flexible for each child's needs and inspires them to seek calmness and tranquility in all situations. Calm: Mindfulness for Kids shows that supporting a child's positive mental health doesn't need to be expensive, time-consuming, or difficult. Activities help children to de-stress, focus, and get moving while having fun.

Calvin

by JR Ford Vanessa Ford

In this joyful and impactful picture book, a transgender boy prepares for the first day of school and introduces himself to his family and friends for the first time.Calvin has always been a boy, even if the world sees him as a girl. He knows who he is in his heart and in his mind but he hasn't yet told his family. Finally, he can wait no longer: "I'm not a girl," he tells his family. "I'm a boy--a boy in my heart and in my brain." Quick to support him, his loving family takes Calvin shopping for the swim trunks he's always wanted and back-to-school clothes and a new haircut that helps him look and feel like the boy he's always known himself to be. As the first day of school approaches, he's nervous and the "what-ifs" gather up inside him. But as his friends and teachers rally around him and he tells them his name, all his "what-ifs" begin to melt away.Inspired by the authors' own transgender child and accompanied by warm and triumphant illustrations, this authentic and personal text promotes kindness and empathy, offering a poignant and inclusive back-to-school message: all should feel safe, respected, and welcomed.

Cam Jansen and the Joke House Mystery

by David A. Adler Joy Allen

What's a contest without a prize? Aunt Molly has entered a joke-telling contest at a local comedy club and Cam, her best friend Eric, and Mr. Jansen are in the audience to watch her perform. The prizes are exciting, but the competition is stiff --there's a prop comic, a knock-knock joker, and more! As the show starts, Cam notices that one of the prizes, an engraved silver plate, has disappeared. Suddenly, everyone in the club becomes a suspect. Can Cam solve the mystery of the missing prize or will she be laughed out of the Joke House?

Cam Jansen and the Spaghetti Max Mystery

by David A. Adler Joy Allen

How do you find someone you've never seen? Mr. Jansen's best friend from childhood, "Spaghetti" Max, is coming for a visit. Cam Jansen, her best friend Eric, and Mr. Jansen go to the airport to meet Max. While they're looking for him, a distressed traveler asks Cam to help him find his missing daughter. But what use is Cam's photographic memory if she has never seen the missing girl? And where is Spaghetti Max? Can Cam solve this double mystery? Perfect for beginning chapter book readers, Cam Jansen and the Spaghetti Max Mystery is an exciting addition to the popular Cam Jansen series.

Cam Jansen: Cam Jansen and the Graduation Day Mystery #31

by David A. Adler

The beloved elementary school sleuth Cam Jansen is back in her 31st mystery!Eric's father is finally graduating from college. But before the celebration can begin, a very special present from Grandpa Shelton disappears. Was it lost--or stolen? There's no way Cam will let a thief ruin the graduation celebration! She must use her photographic memory to track down the gift. .

Camels Are Awesome! (Awesome Asian Animals Ser.)

by Allan Morey

Grunt! Camels roam the hot and sandy deserts, traveling to distant lands. Engaging text, bold photos, and colorful maps shine a spotlight on these amazing animals. Readers are introduced to physical features, behavior, habitat, and life cycle to find out why camels are awesome!

Camera: Eureka! The Biography of an Idea (Eureka! The Biography of an Idea)

by Laura Driscoll

Say "Cheese!" Around the world, millions of pictures are taken every second. Here is a "biography" of the camera, an essential invention that helps people capture the world around them!From the great Chinese thinker Mozi to Aristotle to Louis Daguerre and George Eastman, people have noticed the interesting effects of light passing through a small opening--the basic idea of a camera. Camera is a fun and informative look at an invention that makes a huge difference in our lives. This STEAM nonfiction title is part of the new Eureka! series, with each book focusing on one groundbreaking, world-changing discovery that millions of people use every single day.

Cameron of Today

by Jody Kemple

The most powerful way to alleviate hopelessness is to bring meaning and purpose to suffering. Cameron of Today demonstrates the power of mentorship, gratitude and the unfathomable omnipotence of unconditional love.Jody Kemple’s Freedom series features the lives of children walking in the rut of life with no hopes, dreams or passion and poignantly interweaves lessons of loyalty, humility, trust, integrity, and faith into the fabric of rigorous, coming-of-age adventures. Through mentorship, thankfulness, and love, each child transforms into a visionary trailblazer, giving back to their community in big ways. Cameron of Today tells the story of Cameron, an Italian-American boy living in the Bronx of New York City who travels west with his Uncle Ed to Oregon for a summer of fly fishing and whitewater rafting. Cameron’s summertime adventures and new challenges help him to develop the character and resilience he needs to become an intentional and effective servant leader.

Camouflage: Changing to Hide (Nature's changes series)

by Bobbie Kalman

It looks at camouflage as colors, patterns, and textures that some animals have on their bodies to protect them from predators. It also shows how other animals use camouflage to hide as they hunt for prey.

Camp Out!: A Graphix Chapters Book (Bug Scouts #2)

by Mike Lowery

The Bug Scouts go on a camping trip in the next installment of New York Times bestselling illustrator Mike Lowery's young graphic novel series!Bug Scouts Doug, Abby, Josh, and Luna are off to their next adventure! This time they’re going on a big camping trip to earn their “camping” Bug Badge. Everyone (except for Josh) is ready for a fun night of roasting s’mores, singing by the campfire, and telling spooky ghost stories. But suddenly they start hearing eerie noises! Is there a scary monster lurking in the woods with them? Will the Bug Scouts be able to spend the whole night in the tent?With laugh-out-loud humor, puns galore, kid-friendly artwork, and endless heart, Bug Scouts is the perfect early graphic novel series for enthusiasts of Dog Man, Narwhal and Jelly, and CatStronauts. So get on your hiking boots, put on your binoculars, and head into wacky adventures with THE BUG SCOUTS. Graphix Chapters are ideal books for beginning and newly independent readers. With approachable page counts, easy-to-follow paneling, and artwork that supports text comprehension, these engaging stories with unforgettable characters help children become lifelong readers.Get drawn into reading with Graphix Chapters!

Camp Tiger

by Susan Choi

Six Starred Reviews!Shelf Awareness Best Children's Book of 2019A 2019 New York Public Library Best Book for KidsImagination meets reality in this poetic and tender ode to childhood, illustrated by Caldecott Honor winner, John Rocco.Every year, a boy and his family go camping at Mountain Pond. Usually, they see things like an eagle fishing for his dinner, a salamander with red spots on its back, and chipmunks that come to steal food while the family sits by the campfire.But this year is different. This year, the boy is going into first grade, and his mother is encouraging him to do things on his own, just like his older brother. And the most different thing of all . . . this year, a tiger comes to the woods. With lyrical prose and dazzling art, Pulitzer Prize finalist Susan Choi and Caldecott-honor winning artist John Rocco have created a moving and joyful ode to growing up.

Camp Time in California (Magic Tree House (R) #35)

by Mary Pope Osborne

The #1 bestselling Magic Tree House series is ready to whisk you away through time with Jack and Annie--this time to the Yosemite National Park!The magic tree house whisks Jack and Annie to the Yosemite National Park in 1903. They are surprised to join John Muir and President Theodore Roosevelt on the most significant camping trip in conservation history!Did you know that there's a Magic Tree House book for every kid?Magic Tree House: Perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter booksMerlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced readerFact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventuresIf you're looking for Merlin Mission #35: Night of the New Magicians, it was renumbered as part of the rebrand in 2017 as Merlin Mission #7.

Campfire Morgan (Formac First Novels #36)

by Ted Staunton

Morgan's not a great camper. But that's not going to stop him from bragging to his friends about his family's upcoming camping trip. Unfortunately, Aldeen Hummel thinks camping sounds great, and she tricks Morgan and his family into taking her along. Morgan tries to scare Aldeen around the campfire, but Aldeen isn't the only one who is scared.

Campfire Stories (Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol #8)

by Andres Miedoso

Desmond Cole goes camping and tells some scary campfire stories in the eighth book of the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol series!Camping with Desmond Cole is a lot of fun, until he starts telling ghost stories around the campfire. Most kids tell creepy stories that are totally fake, but Desmond tells totally true stories that will give you goosebumps. So, settle in while Desmond, Andres, and their ghost-friend, Zax, take turns trying to tell the scariest story of all. With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.

Campfire Stories: Spooky, Funny, Mysterious, and Strange Stories to Share and Delight

by Kelly Anne McLellan

Tell exciting tales around the campfire—for kids 6 to 9 Camping with your family can be a blast. You can build campfires together. You can roast marshmallows. And best of all, you can tell stories. This camping book for kids is filled with amazing tales children will love sharing. From a mysterious fog to two heads in a suitcase, these stories are sure to excite and delight!A terrific range of tales—Discover 16 stories divided into four categories: spooky, funny, mysterious, and strange. Whether kids want to scream with laughter or fear, there's something for everyone.The perfect length—These stories are purposely crafted to be quick and engaging, guaranteeing they'll capture every child's attention. Plus, they make for great reading practice!Enhance the experience—Kids can easily augment their trip with awesome storytelling tips, suggestions for games to play, and ideas on how they can help out around the campsite.Ensure your kids have a memorable campout with this excellent collection of campfire stories.

Campfire Vampire (Boo Bks.)

by John Sazaklis

While on a camping trip, a group of young scouts come face-to-face with a hungry vampire! Are their necks on the line? Or does this vampire have a frightful sweet tooth? With short chapters, easy-to-read text, and enhanced back matter, Boo Books deliver just-right frights (without the sleepless nights) for the earliest readers.

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