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Global Activists: Women Who Made a Difference (Super SHEroes of History)
by Devra Newberger SperegenMeet the Super SHEroes of History, the women who have shaped history and society since ancient times.Greta Thunberg was only fifteen years old when she started School Strike for Climate in Sweden. Today, she leads a global opposition to climate change. Activist Wangari Maathai promoted the planting of 51 million trees in her native Kenya. Read about the bravery and courage of these and more women who have taken a stand against exploitation, poverty, and environmental destruction. They range from missionaries, academics, and writers to figureheads who keep their campaigns in the public eye and on the political agenda. This book tells their stories and describes their vital contributions.ABOUT THIS SERIES:From leading warriors into battle in Tang China to fighting for Civil Rights, exploring the deserts of Asia, and standing up for Indigenous peoples around the world, women have shaped history and society since ancient times. Often, however, their achievements went unrecognized. With lively text, compelling photography, and art, Super SHEroes of History brings herstory to life, illuminating the achievements of remarkable women from all backgrounds and all periods of time. The aim of this four-book series is to bring their inspiring stories to young readers — and to use engaging interactive prompts and questions to persuade them that anyone can grow up to change the world!
Global Warming (Smithsonian-science)
by Seymour SimonAward-winning science writer Seymour Simon gives you a full-color photographic introduction to the causes and effects of global warming and climate change. <P><P>Earth's climate has always varied, but it is now changing more rapidly than at any other time in recent centuries. The climate is very complex, and many factors play important roles in determining how it changes. Why is the climate changing? Could Earth be getting warmer by itself? Are people doing things that make the climate warmer? <P><P>Supports the Common Core State Standards
Global Warning
by Steven B. FrankA group of 12-year-old friends concerned about climate change proposes a new way to save the earth: amending the U.S. Constitution. Their project propels these activists on an amazing journey across America—and all the way to Norway—with plenty of outside-the-box hijinks and civil disobedience, as they work to save the planet and their futures on it. For sixth grader Sam Warren and his friends Catalina, Alistair, Jaesang, and Zoe, the effects of climate change are too pressing to ignore. Adults don’t seem to be up to the challenge of taking action to make real change, but kids know it’s their futures on the line. If their parents, teachers, and government officials won’t step up well, then, they will! And these young people will stop at nothing to save the planet and their futures on it. With a little help from a retired kids' rights lawyer and a grandma who knows how to march, they are ready to think big: Constitutional amendment big. But can a bunch of 12-year-olds really draft an amendment that protects the planet, get it to pass in Congress, and change enough hearts and minds across the country to get it ratified before the clock runs out? Steven B. Frank crafts another funny and fast-paced story of heightened-reality wish-fulfillment, loaded with the witty patter of smart kids, in this book that reads like Aaron Sorkin for middle grade and plumbs the complexities of the Constitution and the critical turning point of global climate change.
Gloria's Big Problem
by Sarah Stiles BrightGloria loves to sing, dance, and act in her bedroom, but not in public. No way. Gloria’s big problem makes sure of that, following her wherever she goes and constantly reminding her that she’s anxious and frightened, that she’s not good enough, and that everyone will laugh at her. Anxious Gloria worries all the time, about everything. Until, one day, Gloria summons all her courage to try out for a community theater production. She marches herself to the audition, and her big problem marches right in behind her. She gets up on stage, and her big problem takes a seat in the front row and starts to laugh at her. And then at last she yells “STOP!”, and her big problem shrinks to a little problem, and Gloria wins a part in the play.
Glory Be
by Augusta ScattergoodA Mississippi town in 1964 gets riled when tempers flare at the segregated public pool.As much as Gloriana June Hemphill, or Glory as everyone knows her, wants to turn twelve, there are times when Glory wishes she could turn back the clock a year. Jesslyn, her sister and former confidante, no longer has the time of day for her now that she'll be entering high school. Then there's her best friend, Frankie. Things have always been so easy with Frankie, and now suddenly they aren't. Maybe it's the new girl from the North that's got everyone out of sorts. Or maybe it's the debate about whether or not the town should keep the segregated public pool open. Augusta Scattergood has drawn on real-life events to create a memorable novel about family, friendship, and choices that aren't always easy.
Glow in the Graveyard (Orca Shivers)
by François GravelThere’s nothing to be afraid of in graveyards... Clara and her family have always lived near graveyards. Most would find it creepy, but not Clara. After all, a graveyard is really nothing more than a big garden planted with tombstones. But Clara can't help but feel there is something her parents aren't telling her... One night, Clara is spooked when she sees an eerie glow flickering between the graves from her bedroom window. Soon, she can't ignore the light's hypnotizing pull and follows it into a mausoleum, where Clara is visited by the spirit of a young girl who died by drowning. Clara is convinced she has to help the restless spirit find peace, but can she safely set the spirit free without being lured into a terrifying trap?
Glow-in-the-Dark Animals (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Gold #Level M)
by Carmen MoraisGlow-in-the-Dark Animals Author: Carmen Morais
Glowrushes
by Roberto PiuminiA beautiful, wise tale about imagination, chronic illness, and friendship for young readers by an Italy's foremost children's book author.&“I don&’t think I have read anything like this before – a tale of life, death, love and beauty. . . . I hope this unforgettable story finds all the readers it deserves.&” —Philip PullmanLong, long ago, a boy lies confined by sickness to his windowless bedchambers. He can never experience the outside world, never breathe fresh air or feel the warmth of the sun on his skin, so his doting father summons a painter to embellish his rooms with beautiful murals. The artist sets to work, and soon there is a fabulous world on the walls, a colorful, shifting landscape peopled by shepherds and lovers, criss-crossed by armies and pirate ships. As the boy&’s health fades, the artist paints on, turning the simple commission into a generous labor of love. Can he show this child the richness and beauty of the world—and of life itself—with nothing but paints and brushes? Glowrushes is a heartbreakingly beautiful classic of Italian children&’s literature.
Glue Fingers
by Matt ChristopherReluctant to play football because he stutters, Billy Joe's first game discloses that he has no reason to fear ridicule.
Gluten-free Food for Kids: More than 100 quick and easy recipes for coeliac children
by Louise BlairGluten-free children need never miss out again with fantastic ideas for every occasion from everyday dinners to snacks, bakes and puddings as well as special occasions. All the recipes are simple to make and so delicious that the rest of the family will love them too! With tasty recipes including Dreamy NY Pancakes, Fruity Lamb Meatballs, Mini Beef Pies, Banana Flapjacks and Coconut Mango cake, the choice is endless!
Gnome Invasion
by Eileen CookThe third in a series of books about Willow's adventures as she masters her secret fairy powers, navigates sprite training, tries to ignore her perfect older sister, and maintains a friendship with Katie, the most un-normal of humans. Willow Avery seems to be advancing in her fairy training with alarming speed. In addition to being able to talk to animals (a very unusual power), she can also fly! But it isn't all good news. Willow's human bff, Katie, has discovered that fairies exist and that's put the Averys in a difficult position. They're under review from the Fairy Council as to what humans' knowledge of fairies could mean. Meanwhile, Willow is entering the school science fair and she's vowed not to use her magic to help her win. So she tests different methods of watering plants the old fashioned way: trial and error. However, a vindictive garden gnome, Jakob DeGroot, is appalled at her plant abuse and does everything in his power to thwart her science project. Of course, drama continues with Bethany and Katie, and new crush Nathan at school. And it looks like Jakob might be meddling with her human classmates' projects too! Can Willow stop the meddling gnome and still be able to compete--all without magic?
Gnome Is Where Your Heart Is
by Casey LyallLemon Peabody is certain that aliens visited Grandpa Walt thirty years ago, but she's running out of time to prove it before he forgets his best story. This humorous and tenderhearted story about family, friendship, and always believing in yourself is for fans of Greg van Eekhout, Stuart Gibbs, and Hour of the Bees.Lemon Peabody loves spending time with Grandpa Walt. Even though he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and moved to an assisted living facility, he’s still the same funny, loving grandpa he’s always been. One of Grandpa’s claims to fame is his story about meeting an alien years ago—and that it looked like a garden gnome. Ever since, it’s been something of a town-wide joke, and the cause of a rift between Grandpa and Lemon’s dad. Lemon is determined to find those extraterrestrial gnomes and vindicate Grandpa Walt—while Grandpa can still remember it.Late one night, after seeing the flash of a spaceship during a storm, Lemon enlists the help of two friends to find out what might have crashed in the woods. But then the aliens find her, and nothing goes the way she expected. Lemon is sure she can convince the aliens to fix Grandpa Walt’s memory and bring back the grandpa she misses so much for good. But the aliens are dealing with problems of their own. With a little creativity and compassion, maybe they can all help one another.Casey Lyall’s lively, voice-driven novel bursts with heart and humor. With family and friendship—and aliens!—at its core, Gnome Is Where Your Heart Is will captivate readers of Rebecca Stead’s and Wendy Mass’s Bob, Greg van Eekhout’s Weird Kid, and Adam Rex’s The True Meaning of Smekday.
Gnome and Rat: (A Graphic Novel) (Gnome and Rat #1)
by Lauren StohlerReaders will get a kick out of the whimsical and hilarious everyday shenanigans of best friends, Gnome and Rat, in the first book of this new early graphic novel series.Gnome and Rat are best friends who live together in a charming forest. Rat enjoys drinking tea and finishing crossword puzzles. And Gnome... well, Gnome likes to polish his pointy red hat and eat delicious sausages.Join these funny friends on their various adventures, whether it's celebrating Hat Day, perfecting magic tricks, or tracking down a new signature hat for Gnome. Whatever their antic, these two know exactly how to have a good time: with each other.
Gnome and Rat: (A Graphic Novel) (Gnome and Rat #2)
by Lauren StohlerYour favorite hilarious best friends are BACK and ready to party in the second installment of this early graphic novel series.Gnome and Rat--the silly and endearing best friends from the Enormous Forest--can't wait to celebrate Gnome's 133rd birthday! Gnome has a few things to accomplish in preperation for his big extravaganza. But what about Rat? He's feeling a little left out... what big day can he celebrate for himself?Put on your party hats and join these funny friends as they come up with an entirely new holiday, make an unexpected birthday wish, and try to jazz up their exercise routine. But no matter the occasion, these two will always have something special to celebrate: each other.
Gnome and Rat: (A Graphic Novel) (Gnome and Rat #3)
by Lauren StohlerThere's snow place like home! Sausage-loving Gnome and pragmatic Rat are BACK and ready to hit the slopes in the third installment of this early graphic novel series.Gnome and Rat can't wait to hang out with Rat's family for Nest Fest! But a blizzard has hit and Gnome wants to enjoy it with snowy activities. Surely, they have enough time to enjoy the snow and arrive on time to the festival... right?Bundle up with these funny friends as they practice their ice dancing skills and break out the Gnomeboggan for a ride to remember. But will they make it to Nest Fest before it's over?One thing is for sure, these two snow exactly how to have a good time on the way: with each other.
Gnome-a-geddon
by K. A. Holt Colin JackBuck discovers that his favorite book series might be less fictional than he thought in this delightful middle grade adventure.Harry Potter. Percy Jackson. Custard the Gnome. Buck is a super fan of the book series, The Triumphant Gnome Syndicate. He knows all the trivia. The properties of the Troll Vanquishing Mace, and even what kind of snack Custard, the Gnome of the West, prefers. But when the book’s author disappears in a cloud of smoke at the release party for book three, and Buck’s little sister disappears into a bottomless dumpster, Buck realizes that the world of gnomes and trolls might really exist. What the heck? As it turns out, the real Custard (don’t call him that) needs Buck’s help to find the Troll Vanquishing Mace. And Buck needs to find his sister. So Buck and his best friend Lizzie set off on an adventure that would make any fan’s head spin. But not everything is as Buck expected—it seems the books did not tell the whole truth about this not-so-make-believe world. Buck soon discovers that real life doesn’t work like a story, and the heroes and villains might not be who they seem. Holy trolls! What’s a super fan to do? Buck is about to fulfill the ultimate fantasy: going on adventures with his favorite characters, and getting the chance to save the world. Assuming he can figure out whose side he’s really on.
Go Eat Worms!: Go Eat Worms!; Ghost Beach; Return Of The Mummy; Phantom Of The Auditorium (Goosebumps #21)
by R. L. StineGoosebumps now on Disney+!Todd loves his basement worm farm. Worms are fascinating creatures--it's just a convenient bonus that they happen to gross out his family. But when Todd starts to find worms in unlikely and unwanted places, like his bed, his toothbrush, and his spaghetti--the tables have turned. Now Todd is the one running scared!
Go For The Gold, Atalanta! (Myth-o-mania #8)
by Denis Zilber Kate McMullanThe story about Atalanta losing a race because she stopped to collect the golden apples Melanion threw in her path is completely wrong. The myth most people know is a lie created by that myth-o-maniac Zeus. In reality, Atalanta could have won that race no matter what! Hades is back to reveal the truth behind another Greek myth.
Go Math!
by Matt Larson Miriam A. Leiva Thomasenia Lott Adams Juli K. Dixon Anne M. GoodrowIn this mathematics program meant for 4th graders , there are hands-on activities to do and real-world problems to solve.
Go Math! Common Core [Grade 4], Student Resources
by Edward B. Burger Juli K. Dixon Steven J. LeinwandNIMAC-sourced textbook
Go Math! Florida [Grade 4]
by Matt Larson Thomasenia Lott Adams Juli K. DixonNIMAC-sourced textbook
Go Math! Grade 4, Florida Standards Practice Book for Home or School
by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing CompanyNIMAC-sourced textbook
Go Math! Grade 4, Standards Practice Book for Home or School
by Houghton Mifflin HarcourtNIMAC-sourced textbook