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Heads Up, Horses! (Wind Dancers, Book #5)
by Sibley MillerThe four Wind Dancers are a team---they're family. That is, until Kona, the leader of the quartet, who might just be a little competitive, decides to break up the foursome for a soccer game with the real-life horses, because winning at all costs is what matters. Or does it? THE LITTLE HORSES TEAM UP FOR A BIG SOCCER GAME
Healer of the Water Monster (Healer of the Water Monster series)
by Brian YoungAmerican Indian Youth Literature Award Winner: Best Middle Grade Book!Brian Young’s powerful debut novel tells of a seemingly ordinary Navajo boy who must save the life of a Water Monster—and comes to realize he’s a hero at heart.When Nathan goes to visit his grandma, Nali, at her mobile summer home on the Navajo reservation, he knows he’s in for a pretty uneventful summer, with no electricity or cell service. Still, he loves spending time with Nali and with his uncle Jet, though it’s clear when Jet arrives that he brings his problems with him.One night, while lost in the nearby desert, Nathan finds someone extraordinary: a Holy Being from the Navajo Creation Story—a Water Monster—in need of help.Now Nathan must summon all his courage to save his new friend. With the help of other Navajo Holy Beings, Nathan is determined to save the Water Monster, and to support Uncle Jet in healing from his own pain.The Heartdrum imprint centers a wide range of intertribal voices, visions, and stories while welcoming all young readers, with an emphasis on the present and future of Indian Country and on the strength of young Native heroes. In partnership with We Need Diverse Books.
Healing Breath: A Guided Meditation through Nature for Kids
by William MeyerA gorgeously illustrated guided meditation to calm and soothe as well as inspire and empower us to act on behalf of the natural world Join the award-winning team of writer and teacher Bill Meyer and illustrator Brittany R. Jacobs on a guided meditation journey through rich, colorful landscapes spanning the globe. Breathe into the experience of waves on the ocean, trees in a forest, and the warmth of a desert, and feel your connection to all of life, from barnacles to baboons to falcons to farmers. This magical meditation-in-a-book is ideal for anyone who wants to simultaneously calm down and rise up to the world in all its wonders.
Health Problems in the Classroom 6-12: An A-Z Reference Guide for Educators
by Dolores M. Huffman Karen Lee Fontaine Bernadette K. PriceThis unique A-Z guide provides at-a-glance medical information about 150 illnesses, injuries, and medical conditions that affect adolescents in middle schools and high schools, providing details about signs and symptoms, attendance, medications, and more.
Healthy Snacks
by Mari C. Schuh Gail Saunders-Smith Barbara J. RollsText and photographs present healthy snacks, examples of healthy snacks, and ways to enjoy healthy snacks.
Hearing (Learn About)
by Claire CaprioliHow do we experience the world? Let's learn all about the five senses!The sense of hearing is one of our five senses. And it is amazing! It helps us carry out a conversation and enjoy music and the sounds of nature. It also warns us if there is danger around. Learn about how we hear, and common problems and diseases connected with it with this perfect first introduction to the sense of hearing!ABOUT THE SERIES: The human body is amazing! It gives us five different ways to learn about the world around us: through the eyes, through the skin, through the tongue, through the ears, and through the nose. Thanks to these parts of our bodies, we can see, feel, taste, hear, and smell. These are the five senses! Why do bananas taste so good? Why does tickling cause so much laughter? Illustrated with familiar examples, this fun nonfiction set in the Learn About series gives readers a close-up look at the five senses, and it teaches them how each of the senses work.
Heart Berry Bling
by Jenny Kay DupuisOn a visit to her granny, Maggie is excited to begin her first-ever beading project: a pair of strawberry earrings. However, beading is much harder than she expected! As they work side by side, Granny shares how beading helped her persevere and stay connected to her Anishinaabe culture when she lost her Indian status, forcing her out of her home community—all because she married someone without status, something the men of her community could do freely.As she learns about patience and perseverance from her granny&’s teachings, Maggie discovers that beading is a journey, and like every journey, it&’s easier with a loved one at her side.In this beautifully illustrated book, children learn about the tradition of Anishinaabe beadwork, strawberry teachings, and gender discrimination in the Indian Act.
Heart Berry Bling
by Jenny Kay DupuisOn a visit to her granny, Maggie is excited to begin her first-ever beading project: a pair of strawberry earrings. However, beading is much harder than she expected! As they work side by side, Granny shares how beading helped her persevere and stay connected to her Anishinaabe culture when she lost her Indian status, forcing her out of her home community—all because she married someone without status, something the men of her community could do freely.As she learns about patience and perseverance from her granny&’s teachings, Maggie discovers that beading is a journey, and like every journey, it&’s easier with a loved one at her side.In this beautifully illustrated book, children learn about the tradition of Anishinaabe beadwork, strawberry teachings, and gender discrimination in the Indian Act.
Heart Takes the Lead: Maybe Brain Is Not Always Right
by Scott StuartA heartwarming new picture book about being yourself from bestselling children’s book creator, Scott Stuart.Heart loves puppies, and chocolate, and roller-coasters, and dancing to music. Brain likes lists, and broccoli, and safety rails, and sensible clothing. Heart loves spontaneity and trying new things. Brain wants everything to be predictable and perfectly orderly.Most of all, Brain loves being right.Can Heart and Brain learn to see the world from one another's point a view?A beautifully written and illustrated picture book for young readers about being true to yourself, and the importance of listening to your brain and your heart.
Heart and Soul: The Story of America and African Americans
by Kadir NelsonKadir Nelson's Heart and Soul--the winner of numerous awards, including the 2012 Coretta Scott King Author Award and Illustrator Honor, and the recipient of five starred reviews--now features eight pages of discussion and curriculum material. <P><P> The story of America and African Americans is a story of hope and inspiration and unwavering courage. This is the story of the men, women, and children who toiled in the hot sun picking cotton for their masters; it's about the America ripped in two by Jim Crow laws; it's about the brothers and sisters of all colors who rallied against those who would dare bar a child from an education. It's a story of discrimination and broken promises, determination, and triumphs. <P> Told through the unique point of view and intimate voice of a one-hundred-year-old African-American female narrator, this inspiring book demonstrates that in gaining their freedom and equal rights, African Americans helped our country achieve its promise of liberty and justice--the true heart and soul of our nation. <P> Supports the Common Core State Standards
Heart and Soul: The Story of America and African Americans
by Kadir NelsonThe story of America and African Americans is a story of hope and inspiration and unwavering courage. In Heart and Soul, Kadir Nelson's stirring paintings and words grace 100-plus pages of a gorgeous picture book—a beautiful gift for readers of all ages, a treasure to share across generations at home or in the classroom.Heart and Soul is about the men, women, and children who toiled in the hot sun picking cotton; it's about the America ripped in two by Jim Crow laws; it's about the brothers and sisters of all colors who rallied against those who would dare bar a child from an education. It's a story of discrimination and broken promises, determination, and triumphs.Kadir Nelson's Heart and Soul—the winner of numerous awards, including the Coretta Scott King Author Award and Illustrator Honor, and the recipient of five starred reviews—is told through the unique point of view and intimate voice of a one-hundred-year-old African-American female narrator.This inspiring book demonstrates that in striving for freedom and equal rights, African Americans help our country on the journey toward its promise of liberty and justice—the true heart and soul of our nation.
Heart of a Tiger
by Marsha Diane ArnoldAs the Name Day approaches, a young kitten tries to be worthy of a noble name, by following the path of a Bengal tiger.
Heart on Fire
by Ann Malaspina Steve JamesOn November 5, 1872, Susan B. Anthony made history--and broke the law--when she voted in the US presidential election, a privilege that had been reserved for men. She was arrested, tried, and found guilty: "The greatest outrage History ever witnessed," she wrote in her journal. It wasn't until 1920 that women were granted the right to vote, but the civil rights victory would not have been possible without Susan B. Anthony's leadership and passion to stand up for what was right.
Heart on Pluto
by Karl JonesLove is everywhere, even in the fartherst reaches of the Solar System. On NASA's first-ever mission to Pluto, the New Horizons satellite discovers that even when you're far from home, you are loved.New Horizons was the first NASA satellite to visit and take close-up images of Pluto. And though the journey was long and challenging, New Horizons discovered a message of love in the heart-shaped nitrogren ice lake on Pluto's surface.
Heat
by Tammy Jones Margie Burton Cathy FrenchThis book is about how we get, use, and measure heat. (Set of 6 with Teacher's Guide and Comprehension Question Card)
Heat Waves (Learn About)
by Cody CraneLearn about wild weather events, including how to prepare for them, with this new series of fascinating books! A heat wave is a period of unusually high temperatures that lasts for more than two days. Experts say climate change is making heat waves more frequent and more intense.Discover why heat waves happen, how they are measured, and how we can prepare for them in Heat Waves, a perfect first introduction to the topic for young readers.About This Series:In the era of climate change, wild weather events such as hurricanes, tornadoes, heat waves, and blizzards are becoming more frequent and more destructive. Now more than ever, education around these topics is essential. Using age-appropriate language and easy-to-understand science, the books in this series will offer a first exploration of different wild weather events that can be unleashed on Earth: why they happen, how they are measured, and how we can prepare for them. Illustrated with arresting full-color photography and sprinkled with fascinating facts, these books will follow pioneering climate change curricula for early elementary grades across the United States.
Heat of the Lava Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #18)
by Tracey WestDrake and Ana must find a Lava Dragon in the latest adventure 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!Evil wizard Astrid has trapped Drake's friends in stone and she is getting closer to casting an even more dangerous spell! To stop her, Drake and Ana travel in search of Ka, a mysterious and greatly feared Lava Dragon. But who is Ka's Dragon Master? Can a young girl find the dragon and stop Astrid -- before it's too late?Graham Howells's expressive black-and-white illustrations bring the action to life in this exciting series!
Heather and the Stormy Birthday (Heather Whirl, Weather Girl)
by Linda Oatman HighGet whisked away with Heather Whirl, Weather Girl, and her magical umbrella as she explores extreme weather and climate science in this new STEM chapter book series perfect for young readers ages 6–9.Heather Whirl is fascinated by the weather! With eyes that change color in response to rain or wind or heat, Heather would like nothing more than to be a meteorologist or a climate scientist when she grows up. When Heather turns eight, her eccentric great-grandmother gives her a family heirloom—an umbrella with the power to teleport her to areas experiencing wild weather conditions. Heather&’s umbrella has a built-in magical doppler that alerts her to wild weather happening somewhere. In the blink of an eye, Heather travels to the middle of a superstorm! Heather observes and learns about the weather, but also lends a helping hand and documents her adventures with her friend Edward and animal companions Fog the dog and a lizard named Blizzard. Her journal entries, notes from her helpers, definitions, and activities provide additional information for the curious reader.
Heather and the Wildfires (Heather Whirl, Weather Girl)
by Linda Oatman HighGet whisked away with Heather Whirl, Weather Girl and her magical umbrella as she and her friends experience wildfires and the impact of climate change in this chapter book for readers ages 6–9, the second in a series!Heather Whirl is fascinated by the weather and concerned about the climate. In this second adventure, Heather&’s magical umbrella, given to her by her eccentric great-grandmother, lands her and her friends near a raging wildfire! Heather and her friend Edward and animal companions–Fog the dog and a lizard named Blizzard–observe and learn how such fires come about. They also lend a helping hand in building a fire break, and document their adventures. Heather&’s journal entries, notes from her helpers, definitions, and activities provide additional information for children wanting to learn more about the weather and climate.
Heatwave
by Lauren RednissA picture book from an award-winning artist that uses vibrant reds and blues to stunningly evoke the intensity of a heatwave and the refreshing relief that comes with an unexpected downpour of a cooling rain.Sweltering. Sweating. It&’s 100 degrees… even in the shade.Games are canceled, temperatures reach record highs. The sun is hot.Finally, a wind picks up. One rain drop. Then another. A downpour. The sun sets and the moon rises, Relief at last.Heatwave is a book that vividly evokes a universal feeling--when the air is so hot and heavy you can barely move, when the sun is so bright your eyes play tricks on you. Renowned artist, writer and MacArthur genuis grant recipient, Lauren Redniss&’s choice to use just two vibrant and contrasting colors in her artwork and spare text makes for a bold and interesting exploration of extreme weather. Even the book itself is saturated in red as if the book itself is burning up.
Heavy-Duty Trucks (Step into Reading #Vol. 3)
by Joyce Milton Michael J DoolittleDid you know that monster dump trucks are so tall that drivers have to use ladders just to get to their seats? Or that cherry picker trucks don't pick cherries? Through easy-to-read text and realistic art, young truck enthusiasts will discover everything they ever wanted to know about their favorite mode of transportation.
Hector Afloat
by Elizabeth ShreeveOne night Hector falls asleep to the sound of rain rat-a-tat-tatting on the roof of his wumblebug hole. And even though the rain has been coming down for days, Hector is not worried. He's safe and snug. But then Hector wakes up to discover his hole is filling up with water fast! Hector is swept out of his home, along with all of his belongings. The next morning he sets off in search of a new place to live. And though Hector is sad to lose his old hole, he soon discovers what makes a hole a home.
Hector's Hiccups (Sofia Martinez Ser.)
by Jacqueline JulesSofia has tried everything to cure Hector’s hiccup problem. But nothing seems to work! If they can’t cure Hector’s hiccups, they won’t be able to go to the movies with Abuela. Spanish words are mixed into the text, and the art is bright and fresh. This early chapter book from the Sofia Martinez series includes a Spanish glossary, discussion questions, and writing prompts.
Hedge-Hedgey-Hedgehogs (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2)
by Bonnie BaderHedge-Hedgey-Hedgehogs is a unique and adorable book perfect for young readers! Learn about hedgehogs in this fact-and-photo-filled book that is just as cute as the animals themselves! Did you know that the name for a baby hedgehog is a hoglet? Or that hedgehogs make good pets because they prey on common garden pests? This nonfiction reader will teach kids how to take good care of these unique creatures.