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Refugee
by Alan GratzJOSEF is a Jewish boy living in 1930s Nazi Germany. With the threat of concentration camps looming, he and his family board a ship bound for the other side of the world . . . ISABEL is a Cuban girl in 1994. With riots and unrest plaguing her country, she and her family set out on a raft, hoping to find safety in America . . . MAHMOUD is a Syrian boy in 2015. With his homeland torn apart by violence and destruction, he and his family begin a long trek toward Europe . . . All three kids go on harrowing journeys in search of refuge. All will face unimaginable dangers -- from drownings to bombings to betrayals. But there is always the hope of tomorrow. And although Josef, Isabel, and Mahmoud are separated by continents and decades, shocking connections will tie their stories together in the end. Alan Gratz delivers an action-packed novel that tackles topics both timely and timeless: courage, survival, and the quest for home. A New York Times Bestseller
Refugee 87
by Ele FountainA young refugee crosses continents in this timely, heartbreaking, and ultimately uplifting novel of survival.Shif has a happy life, unfamiliar with the horrors of his country's regime. He is one of the smartest boys in school, and feels safe and loved in the home he shares with his mother and little sister, right next door to his best friend. But the day that soldiers arrive at his door, Shif knows that he will never be safe again--his only choice is to run. Facing both unthinkable cruelty and boundless kindness, Shif bravely makes his way towards a future he can barely imagine.Based on real experiences and written in spare, powerful prose, this gripping debut illustrates the realities faced by countless young refugees across the world today. Refugee 87 is a story of friendship, kindness, hardship, survival, and -- above all -- hope.
Refugee: The Graphic Novel
by Alan GratzThe timeless #1 New York Times bestseller Refugee is brought to life in a stunning graphic novel adaptation!JOSEF is a Jewish boy living in 1930s Nazi Germany. With the threat of concentration camps looming, he and his family board a ship bound for the other side of the world...ISABEL is a Cuban girl in 1994. With riots and unrest plaguing her country, she and her family set out on a raft, hoping to find safety in America...MAHMOUD is a Syrian boy in 2015. With his homeland torn apart by violence and destruction, he and his family begin a long trek toward Europe...All three kids must endure harrowing journeys. All face unimaginable dangers. But there is always the hope of tomorrow. And although Josef, Isabel, and Mahmoud are separated by continents and decades, shocking connections will tie their stories together in the end.Refugee is a modern classic that has spent over 5 years on the New York Times bestseller list, and garnered several awards and much acclaim. Brought to life with rich, gorgeous illustrations by artist Syd Fini, this hotly anticipated graphic novel will attract a whole new generation of fans.
Regarding the Fountain: A Tale, in Letters, of Liars and Leaks
by Kate Klise M. Sarah KliseThe Dry Creek Middle School drinking fountain has sprung a leak, so principal Walter Russ dashes off a request to Flowing Waters Fountains, Etc. asking "... We need a new drinking fountain. Please send catalog." Florence Waters responds: "I'd be delighted... But please understand that all of my fountains are custom-made." And so begins the hilarious chronicle, in letters, cards, transcripts, and official town documents, as collected by Mr. Sam N.'s fifth-grade class... Flo Waters, an artist who looks everywhere for inspiration, solicits suggestions from the fifth graders-- ... a fountain big enough to splash around in; ... a glass-sided fountain with fish; ... buttons for dispensing lemonade and root beer; and from Mr. Sam N. -- ... a hot tub and whirlpool for the teachers. Flo is thrilled. Mr. Russ is beside himself-- ... "We don't need a fountain like you create for palaces and hotels. Send bid as soon as possible, or sooner." But it's too late. The fountain project has taken on a life of its own. Flo is supplying designs from all over the world.
Reggie Miller: From Downtown (Superstar Ser. #Vol. 6)
by Joe FrisarReggie Miller is the NBA's all-time leader in three-pointers made and attempted. He has led the Pacers in scoring for nine straight seasons, and was the first player in team history to start an NBA All-Star Game. In 1999 Miller led the Pacers in scoring and three-pointers made and attempted, and had the best free-throw percentage in the NBA (.915). A graduate of UCLA, he ranks third on the school's all-time career scoring list with 2,095 points. Miller is involved with a variety of children's charities, and is the national spokesperson for the Reading is Fundamental Program.
Reggie and Me (Archie Comics Presents)
by Archie SuperstarsREGGIE AND ME is the first of a chronological collection of titles featuring the classic series. This is presented in the new higher-end format of Archie Comics Presents, which offers 200+ pages at a value while taking a design cue from successful all-ages graphic novels.Archie's rival, Reggie, got his own book at the tail end of the 1940s. For over 120 issues, he caused mischief for his fellow Riverdale High students in the most hilarious ways possible! We'll take a look back at that series' best stories and craziest pranks. Will this class clown have the last laugh?
Regions of Our Country, Interactive Student Notebook
by Teachers' Curriculum InstituteNIMAC-sourced textbook
Regions of the United States, Inquiry Journal (Impact Social Studies)
by William Deverell Kevin P. Colleary James BanksNIMAC-sourced textbook <p>The Inquiry Journal is a soft-covered worktext that students can write in. It starts the inquiry process with the Essential Question from the chapter. Following critical analysis of images, students share viewpoints and cite evidence for their opinions as they work together to problem-solve and complete chapter inquiry projects. Reader’s Theater scripts are also provided to bring social studies content to life!</p>
Regions of the United States: Impact Explorer Magazine
by McGraw-Hill Education<p>NIMAC-sourced textbook</p> <p>The IMPACT Explorer Magazine is a soft-covered collection of articles, in a variety of genres, including graphic texts, where students can go deeper in chapter content, experience other viewpoints and connect back to the chapter Essential Question. Also available as an interactive online text!</p>
Regions: Adventures in Time and Place
by James A. Banks Barry K. Beyer Gloria ContrerasLearn more about people and places around the world through this history and geography textbook.
Regreso al pasado (Back to Life): La historia como la vivieron sus protagonistas
by DKImagine if you could travel back in time and walk the streets of the past. Where would you go first?Incredible History turns back time to reveal realistic reconstructions of the most incredible locations and exciting moments in history. You'll feel the roar of the crowd in the Roman Colosseum, walk the ramparts of the Great Wall of China, and ride the first railways. Each story begins with an archaeological site or artifact. You'll learn when and how it was discovered, and what it teaches us about how the people who lived at the site might have spent their days. Then, you'll see the location recreated in jaw-dropping 3D detail. Using archaeological evidence, the people and places of the past will be brought back to life before your very eyes. With each page packed with fantastic facts and extraordinary pictures, Incredible History brings together the best parts of history and archaeology to recreate the entire history of the world.
Regular Show Original Graphic Novel: Comic Conned (Regular Show)
by Mattia Di Meo Nicole Andelfinger Cristina Rose ChuaIt’s time for City ComicFest & Convention of Comic Culture! When the one-and-only comic extravaganza comes to town, Mordecai and Rigby do everything they can to secure tickets for the once in a lifetime opportunity to meet their favorite action hero: Bulk Berk! But what starts as innocent fun soon becomes much more complicated when Bulk Berk asks them for help getting a super rare item that can only be found at the show. Join writer Nicole Andelfinger (Munchkin, Adventure Time Comics) and illustrator Mattia di Meo (Adventure Time/Regular Show) as Mordecai and Rigby embark on an incredible journey through their local comic convention. <P><P> <i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Reinvention of Edison Thomas, The
by Jacqueline HoutmanEddy's a science geek and has problems communicating with others. The combination gives the class bully, who pretends to be Eddy's friend, plenty of ammunition. Eddy Thomas can read a college physics book, but he can't read the emotions on the faces of his classmates. He can spend hours tinkering with an invention, but he can't stand more than a few minutes in a noisy crowd, like the crowd at the science fair, which Eddy fails to win. When the local school crossing guard is laid off, Eddy is haunted by thoughts of the potentially disastrous consequences and invents a traffic-calming device, using parts he has scavenged from discarded machines. By trusting his real friends, Eddy uses his talents to help others and rethinks his purely mechanical definition of success.Named to the Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List; CCBC--Best of the Year; Tofte/Wright Children's Literature Award; starred review in Library Media Connection.
Rekkar the Screeching Orca: Book 13
by Adam BladeDanger strikes once again for Max and Lia when they become trapped in the infamous Lost Lagoon. Legend tells that there's no escape - but could tackling another of Cora Blackheart's Robobeasts hold the key?The first thrilling book in Sea Quest Series 4: The Lost Lagoon. Don't miss the rest of the series:Tragg the Ice Bear, Horvos the Horror Bird and Gubbix the Poison Fish!
Relatos cercanos y lejanos (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Level P #19)
by Diana Kizlauskas Jacqueline Greene Martin MelangoNIMAC-sourced textbook
Relax to the Max (Jeanie & Genie #2)
by Trish GrantedIn the second book of the Jeanie and Genie series, Willow Davis accidentally transforms her best friend, Jeanie, into a super-mellow version of herself! Will Jeanie and Willow be able to fix this mess—or will Jeanie be stuck on relax mode for good?Super-studious Jeanie accidentally makes a wish that she could relax like her classmate, Max. In a flash, Willow grants the wish and suddenly, Jeanie is so not herself…she&’s showing up to school in her PJs, passing notes in class—and she doesn&’t even care about her favorite things, books and homework, anymore! Will Willow be able to reverse the wish and turn Jeanie back into her old self again? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Jeanie & Genie chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Release the Wolves
by Stefan BachmannWhen a blacksmith’s apprentice witnesses a friend being killed by a legendary monster, he must decide between waiting for war in fear and silence, or risking everything to fight back. An extraordinary novel about friendship, tradition, obedience, and the monsters lurking behind every corner from internationally bestselling author Stefan Bachmann. For readers of Scary Stories for Young Foxes and Serafina and the Black Cloak.One thousand years ago, the Elduari conquered the country of Varen in a brutal war. Now, every few generations they subject their one-time enemies to a terrible tradition: bloodthirsty monsters are unleashed across the land, attacking indiscriminately, keeping the population in a perpetual dark age.For Argo, fear of another Release is something he has always lived with. When his friend is killed by a monster during a routine patrol, Argo suspects that another Release is coming, and sooner than everyone expects. But in a country built on fear, getting answers is dangerous. Elduari spies are hiding behind the most familiar faces, and any hint of disobedience could lead to the death of thousands.As whispers of dissent circulate, rebellion grows in the villages. Now Argo and his new ally, Ana—the King’s eldest daughter who is also a monster hunter in disguise—must decide whether or not to join the fight. But what if it’s already too late?From Stefan Bachmann, the internationally renowned author of The Peculiar and Cinders & Sparrows, Release the Wolves is an atmospheric, suspenseful, and haunting novel about friendship, family, power, and the monsters all around us.
Relevo inesperado en el sóftbol
by Jake MaddoxRaisa Kumar juega al sóftbol desde hace años, y gracias al apoyo de su equipo, los Tigres, figura entre las mejores lanzadoras de la liga. Cuando Annie, una nueva jugadora, se une al equipo y quiere aprender a ser lanzadora, Raisa no duda en ofrecer su ayuda. Pero está convencida de que su método es el mejor, lo que funciona para ella ha de funcionar para Annie. ¿Aprenderá Raisa a dar un paso atrás y compartir el montículo por el bien de su equipo? Raisa Kumar has been playing softball for years, and thanks to the support and encouragement of her team, the Tigers, she's one of the best pitchers in the league. When a new girl, Annie, joins the team and wants to learn how to pitch, Raisa is eager to help. But Raisa is sure her way is the best way, what words for her has to work for Annie. Can Raisa lean to step back and share the mound for the good of her team?
Remarkable Plants: Weird Trivia & Unbelievable Facts to Test Your Knowledge About Fungi, Flowers, (Challenge Yourself #3)
by Jeff ProbstDiscover the world's most remarkable plants with Emmy Award winning host of Survivor and New York Times bestselling author Jeff Probst! New from Emmy-Award winning host of Survivor and New York Times bestselling author of Stranded, Jeff Probst comes a dynamic and graphic line of trivia books! Packed with full-color photos, fascinating facts and trivia, and great callouts from Jeff, this series is perfect for every kid looking to know the coolest, weirdest facts and trivia around! Challenge yourself to discover the world&’s most remarkable plants! From the biggest trees to the deadliest fungus and everything in between, find out all the fascinating facts about the plants that surround us with the Emmy Award winning host of Survivor and New York Times bestselling author, Jeff Probst! Features quizzes, trivia, facts, and incredible stories that will shock and amaze!
Remarkables
by Margaret Peterson HaddixNew York Times bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix, the master of cliffhangers, delivers a pulse-pounding mystery perfect for fans of Jacqueline West and Kat Yeh, full of secrets, surprises, and the power of family.One minute they’re there: laughing and having fun at the house next door. The next minute, the teens are gone. Like magic. Marin can’t believe her eyes. Who are they? Can anyone else see them? What makes them so happy?Marin is lonely in this new town of hers and eager to figure out more. Then she meets Charley, who reveals that he knows about them, too.He calls them the “Remarkables.” Charley warns her to stay away from the Remarkables—and him. Charley and Marin both have painful secrets they’re holding on to, but could solving the mystery of the Remarkables help them both?In addition to building an intriguing world filled with mystery, Haddix also grounds the story with real issues that many children face. Characters deal with the complexities of bullying, the guilt children experience when parents have addiction issues, and the uplifting power found in strong families of all shapes and sizes.