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Abe Lincoln's Dream
by Lane SmithWhen a schoolgirl gets separated from her tour of the White House and finds herself in the Lincoln bedroom, she also discovers the ghost of the great man himself. Together they embark on a journey across the country to answer Lincoln's questions and quiet his concerns about the nation for which he gave his life. This wholly original tale is signature Lane Smith; Abe Lincoln's Dream is funny, touching, and surprising in a way only possible from this master picture book creator.
Abe Lincoln's Dream
by Lane SmithWhen a schoolgirl gets separated from her tour of the White House and finds herself in the Lincoln bedroom, she also discovers the ghost of the great man himself. Together they embark on a journey across the country to answer Lincoln's questions and quiet his concerns about the nation for which he gave his life. This wholly original tale is signature Lane Smith; Abe Lincoln's Dream is funny, touching, and surprising in a way only possible from this master picture book creator.
Abe Lincoln: Log Cabin to White House (Landmark Books)
by Sterling NorthAbraham Lincoln was born to a poor family on the American frontier. He was a hard worker, but he wanted more than a farmer's life. As he learned about the issues of his day, Abe longed to be a lawmaker himself, so he ran for the state legislature. Soon the farm boy would become the brilliant orator and admired president who finally proclaimed freedom for all Americans. Focusing on Lincoln's childhood and early manhood, this book explores the people and events that shaped one of America's greatest presidents.
Abe's Honest Words: The Life of Abraham Lincoln
by Doreen Rappaport Kadir Nelson Gary KelleyFrom the time he was a young boy roaming the forests of the unsettled Midwest, Abraham Lincoln knew in his heart that slavery was deeply wrong. A voracious reader, Lincoln spent every spare moment of his days filling his mind with knowledge, from history to literature to mathematics, preparing himself to one day lead the country he loved towards greater equality and prosperity. Despite the obstacles he faced as a self-educated man from the back woods, Lincoln persevered in his political career, and his compassion and honesty gradually earned him the trust of many Americans. As president, he guided the nation through a long and bitter civil war and penned the document that would lead to the end of slavery in the United States. The passion for humanity that defined Lincoln's life shines through in this momentous follow-up to Martin's Big Words and John's Secret Dreams. Told in Doreen Rappaport's accessible, absorbing prose, and brought to life in powerful illustrations by Kadir Nelson, Abe's Honest Words is an epic portrait of a truly great American president.
Abel's Island
by William SteigAbel's place in his familiar, mouse world has always been secure; he had an allowance from his mother, a comfortable home, and a lovely wife, Amanda. But one stormy August day, furious flood water carry him off and dump him on an uninhabited island. Despite his determination and stubborn resourcefulness--he tried crossing the river with boats and ropes and even on stepping-stones--Abel can't find a way to get back home.<P><P> Days, then weeks and months, pass. Slowly, his soft habits disappear as he forages for food, fashions a warm nest in a hollow log, models clay statues of his family for company, and continues to brood on the problem of how to get across the river--and home.<P> Abel's time on the island brings him a new understanding of the world he's separated from. Faced with the daily adventure of survival in his solitary, somewhat hostile domain, he is moved to reexamine the easy way of life he had always accepted and discovers skills and talents in himself that hold promise of a more meaningful life, if and when he should finally return to Mossville and his dear Amanda again.<P> Abel's Island is a 1976 New York Times Book Review Notable Children's Book of the Year and Outstanding Book of the Year, and a 1977 Newbery Honor Book.
Abigail & The Snowman #1 (Abigail and the Snowman #1)
by Roger LangridgeAbigail is a nine-year-old girl with a huge imagination who moves to a small town where she's the new kid at school, struggling to make friends. All that changes when she meets a Yeti named Claude who has escaped a top-secret government facility. Abigail and Claude become the best of friends, but to make sure he can truly be free from the "Shadow Men" chasing him, they must go on an adventure to find Claude's real home!
Abigail & The Snowman #2 (Abigail and the Snowman #2)
by Roger LangridgeIt didn't take long for Abigail to warm up to the idea of having a Yeti as a best friend, but no matter how much fun the two friends have together, they can't avoid the mysterious men in town up to no good in search of the Abominable Snowman.
Abigail & The Snowman #3 (Abigail and the Snowman #3)
by Roger LangridgeAbigail knows helping Claude find his way home won't be easy (goodbyes never are), but just as the two best friends set off on their journey, the Shadow Men put their top and most dangerous agent on the job of tracking the missing yeti down.
Abigail & The Snowman #4 (Abigail and the Snowman #4)
by Roger LangridgeAbigail and Claude's adventure comes to an end in this oversized finale! The world's most lovable Yeti is one boat ride away from making it back home to the Himalayas, but before they can say their goodbyes, Abigail and Claude will have to find a way to outsmart everything the Shadow Men throw their way.
Abigail & The Snowman (Abigail and the Snowman)
by Roger LangridgeEisner and Harvey Award-winning cartoonist Roger Langridge (Thor: The Mighty Avenger, Snarked) takes readers on a heart-warming journey of loyalty and friendship. Abigail is a nine-year-old with a huge imagination but when she and her dad move to a small town, that imagination only makes it harder to fit in at her new school. All that changes when she meets a loveable and sophisticated yeti named Claude who has escaped a top-secret government facility. Abigail and Claude quickly become best friends, even if no one believes that he's real. The fun can't last and it's not long before the mysterious Shadow Men chasing Claude are hot on his trail. Collects the complete limited series.
Abigail Adams
by Kem Knapp SawyerHighlights the life and accomplishments of the wife of the second president of the United States, a dedicated wife and mother who spoke up against slavery and for women's rights.
Abigail Adams and the Women Who Shaped America (Social Studies: Informational Text Ser.)
by Torrey MaloofThe Primary Source Readers series will ignite students' interest in history through the use of intriguing primary sources. This nonfiction reader features purposefully leveled text to increase comprehension for different learner types. Students will learn about the life and times of Abigail Adams. Text features include captions, a glossary, and an index to help build academic vocabulary and increase reading comprehension and literacy. This book prepares students for college and career readiness and aligns with state standards including NCSS/C3, McREL, and WIDA/TESOL.
Abigail Adams in Her Own Words
by Blair BeltonAbigail Adams holds an honored place in American history, not only for being a First Lady of the United States, but for the invaluable letters she left behind. Through her writings, people today can experience what it was like to be a woman, a mother, and an American in the early days of the United States. This fascinating look at Abigail's life uses primary sources to expose the wit, intelligence, and opinions of this early advocate for women's rights. Sidebars, fact boxes, and a timeline further provide evidence that this "founding mother" is a must-know.
Ablaze
by Christopher KrovatinChristopher Krovatin is on fire with his latest horror thriller for Scholastic.Aly Theland doesn't understand what's happening to her. She comes from a very normal family and lives a very normal life.There's only one thing off. When Aly gets angry, things burst into flame.Aly doesn't feel she's in control of this. But as the fires get better and the stakes get higher, something has to be done. Because it's not just flames Aly's unleashing, it's... evil.
Aboard the Titanic (A True Book (Relaunch))
by John SonRediscover the story of the largest and most luxurious ship ever built!There were close to 2,200 people aboard the Titanic for its maiden voyage, including about 900 crew members. Among the ship's first-class passengers were some of the richest people in the world -- from business tycoons to movie stars. In second- and third-class compartments were people from across Europe who were sailing to a new life in America. Also aboard that April were Joseph Laroche, the only Black passenger on the Titanic, Masabumi Hosono, the only Japanese passenger, and a group of six Chinese men travelling in third class. Take a fateful trip with all these travelers in the pages of Aboard the Titanic.ABOUT THIS SERIES: On the night of April 14-15, 1912, the largest and most luxurious ship ever built hit an iceberg and sunk on her maiden voyage. More than 100 years later, the Titanic continues to fascinate. How did this supposedly "unsinkable" ship meet its icy fate? Who were the people who sailed on the ship, and what was that experience like before, during, and after the disaster? What did explorers discover in 1985 when they found the sunken ship at the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean? Featuring historical imagery, first-hand accounts, and lively text, the four titles in this series will answer all these questions… and more.
Abominable Movie Novelization (Abominable)
by Tracey WestDon’t miss this middle grade retelling of DreamWorks Animation’s latest film, Abominable, sure to melt hearts everywhere! Abominable roars into theaters on September 27, 2019!When Yi and her friends meet a lovable yeti and name him Everest, their friendship is anything but chilly! Fans of the movie will love this sweet retelling of the film. This book comes with eight pages of glossy full-color images from the movie. © 2019 Universal Studios and Shanghai Pearl Studio Film and Television Technology Co. All Rights Reserved.
About Average
by Andrew Clements Mark Elliott<P>Can average be amazing? The bestselling author of Frindle shows that with a little kindness, it can. <P>Jordan Johnston is average. Not short, not tall. Not plump, not slim. Not gifted, not flunking out. Even her shoe size is average. She's ordinary for her school, for her town, for even the whole wide world, it seems. <P>Then Marlea Harkins, one of the most popular girls in school--and most definitely the meanest--does something unthinkable, and suddenly nice, average Jordan isn't thinking average thoughts anymore. She wants to get Marlea back! <P>But what's the best way to beat a bully? Could it be with kindness? Called "a genius of gentle, high concept tales set in suburban middle school" by The New York Times, bestselling author Andrew Clements presents a compelling story of the greatest achievement possible--self-acceptance.
About Teaching Mathematics: A K-8 Resource
by Marilyn BurnsIn this fourth edition of her signature resource, Marilyn presents her current thinking and insights and includes ideas from her most recent teaching experiences. <P><P> Part 1, “Starting Points,” reflects the major overhaul of this book and addresses twenty-three issues important to thinking about teaching mathematics today. Part 2, “Problem-Solving Investigations,” opens with how to plan problem-solving lessons; followed by whole-class, small-group, and individual investigations organized into five areas of the curriculum: Measurement, Data, Geometry, Patterns and Algebraic Thinking, and Number and Operations. Part 3, “Teaching Arithmetic,” focuses on the cornerstone of elementary mathematics curriculum, offering ideas and assessments that build students’ understanding, confidence, and competence in arithmetic. In Part 4, “Questions Teachers Ask,” features Marilyn’s responses to pedagogical questions she’s received from teachers over the years. <P><P> More than forty reproducibles for About Teaching Mathematics are available to download in a printable format.
About Time: A Children's Guide to the History and Science of Time
by Alom Shaha Rebecca StruthersA children’s guide to the science and history of telling the time and clockmaking in a fun and interactive way.This interactive book will help children aged 7-9 understand how clocks work and learn how to tell the time on various devices.Time is central to our experience as humans, and it’s important for children to know not just how to tell the time, but also how to make the most of it. About Time uses fun and unique elements to teach children about the topic of time and introduce concepts like time zones and time management.This time book for children offers:Content written by experts in the field, a scientist, and a Horologist (the study of time).A unique book on an underrepresented topic, looking at how humans learned to measure time, how it shapes our lives, and the amazing science behind time.Interactive and practical activities for children to get involved with and learn about the subject.This book combines the expertise of an award-winning watchmaker and a physics teacher to explore the mechanics and history of timekeeping while aligning with the national curriculum. With this book children can learn much more than just how to tell the time, they can also find out how clocks are built and even explore the history behind timekeeping.
About Time: A First Look at Time and Clocks
by Bruce Koscielniak<P>Time to read a book. Time to wash dishes. Time to do this or that. You say things like this every day, all the time. <P>But there was a time when time itself was undefined-no one knew the difference between a minute, an hour, or a day. Then people started creating tools to measure time. First they used the big stuff around them-the sun, the moon, water. Soon after, using the knowledge they got from their natural time-telling tools, people began to build clocks-huge clocks unlike the ones we use today. They also used their knowledge of the sun and moon to create calendars made up of months and years. <P>Now, centuries later, we have clocks all around us. We can easily figure out how long a month is. But it took many years of tinkering and inventing to perfect the art of telling time. You could take a few moments now to read all about time. If you have a minute, that is. <P>[This text is listed as an example that meets Common Core Standards in English language arts in grades 4-5 at http://www.corestandards.org.]
About-Face Space Race (AstroKids #5)
by Robert ElmerFun and funny, this book will make even reluctant readers eager to turn the pages. When a space scooter race becomes a battle between the boys and girls, who will step in and remind the AstroKids to work as a team?
Above (Scholastic Press Novels)
by Roland SmithWhat dangers lurk above?Pat O'Toole and his brother, Coop, are on the run from an enemy that specializes in hiding in plain sight. Along with their new companion, Kate, they've narrowly escaped a cultlike community situated beneath the streets of New York City. Kate has lived underground since birth, and the world above thrills her, but it's treacherous as well. With the cult's leader -- Kate’s grandfather -- hatching a new scheme of global consequence, the three runaways may be the only ones who can stop him. Will they face him head-on, or will they spend the rest of their lives as fugitives? The adventure that started Beneath concludes Above in this action-packed middle-grade thriller by Roland Smith!
Above the Clouds
by Karen Leon Anne Flounders Kitty HigginsPerform this script about a weather reporter's turbulent ride in a hot air balloon.
Abracadabra! It's Alive!
by Peter LerangisWhen the Abracadabra Club visits the Museum of Natural History, Jessica, Max, Selena, and Quincy learn about the dinosaurs that died out in the Great Extinction. But what if all the dinosaurs didn't become extinct? What if one of them is still alive today -- and roaming the halls of Rebus Elementary School? Impossible? Maybe not ...
Abracadabra: The Story of Magic Through the Ages
by HP NewquistA magician never reveals his secrets . . . but HP Newquist does, in this illustrated history of magic and famous magicians!Magic is a word we use to describe something amazing, awe-inspiring, or spectacular. Truly great magic makes us believe in things we know can't be real. In the hands of the greatest magicians, even a simple card trick can become truly wondrous.Now, in this nonfiction narrative of magic through the ages, HP Newquist explains how the world's most famous tricks were created. From the oracles of ancient Egypt and the wizards of medieval Europe on to the exploits of Houdini and modern practitioners like Criss Angel, this book unlocks the secrets behind centuries of magic and illusion.Fully illustrated and including step-by-step instructions for eight classic magic tricks, this book will have middle-grade readers spellbound.