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Understanding Money Using Money
by Gail FayThis title takes a look at checking and savings accounts and the various ways that people use their money.
Understanding Our Head (Brains, Body, Bones! Ser.)
by Lucy BeevorHow do our eyes and ears work? What do our noses do? This book explores the anatomy of the human head. From hair and skin down to muscle and bone, find out how each part works, and how it is all controlled by our amazing brain.
Understanding Our Muscles (Brains, Body, Bones! Ser.)
by Lucy BeevorWithout muscles we would not be able to move. Muscles keep our digestive system working too, and our heart is a large muscle that works all the time. This book looks at how muscles, tendons and nerves all work together to help us move every part of our body.
Understanding Our Organs (Brains, Body, Bones! Ser.)
by Lucy BeevorHeart, lungs, kidneys, stomach—all these organs keep our bodies working, but what really goes on inside them? This book explores beneath the surface to find out how our organs work.
Understanding Our Skeleton (Brains, Body, Bones! Ser.)
by Lucy BeevorBones are the framework of our bodies, but they are much more than that.This book looks at the functions of bones: what they are made of, how they connect to muscles, and how joints work.
Understanding Personification (Figuratively Speaking)
by Paula SmithAttributing human qualities or characteristics to an object or idea is a form of figurative language called personification. This creative resource provides readers with strategies to recognize and decode this literary device. Imaginative examples and vibrant images make the words in this book "leap off the page!"
Understanding The US Constitution (Documenting Early America)
by Sally Isaacs Baron BedeksyThe United States Constitution is arguably the most important document in America. Full color photos and thrilling text makes learning about the different branches of government and the document that forged them fun for young readers.
Understanding Viruses with Max Axiom, Super Scientist: 4d An Augmented Reading Science Experience (Graphic Science 4d Ser.)
by Agnieszka BiskupJoin Max Axiom as he explores the science behind viruses. Max helps young readers understand how virus attack our bodies and what we can do to protect against them.
Understanding and Using Reading Assessment, K-12
by Peter AfflerbachWell established as a teaching resource and course text, this guide to the "whats," "how-tos," and "whys" of reading assessment is now in a thoroughly revised fourth edition. Peter Afflerbach succinctly introduces major types of assessments, including formative and summative performance assessments, teacher questioning, and high-stakes testing. He provides an innovative framework (the CURRV model) for evaluating the suitability of assessments and combining them effectively to meet all students' needs. Emphasis is given to assessing core reading skills and strategies as well as noncognitive and social–emotional aspects of reading development. Helpful features include detailed examples of assessment done well, within-chapter "Enhance Your Understanding" questions and activities, and 25 reproducible and downloadable checklists and forms. New to This Edition *Explains assessment in a science-of-reading context. *Increased focus on equity issues, plus updated theory and research throughout. *Chapter on assessing early reading. *Chapter on assessing digital and critical reading.
Understanding the Main Idea (The Jamestown Comprehension Skills Series)
by McGraw-Hill - Jamestown Education StaffThis innovative program helps students devote effort to only those specific comprehension skills that give them trouble. The computerized testing system diagnoses weaknesses and prescribes proper placement in Comprehension Skills books. While the computer manages the data, you can concentrate on instruction, expanding comprehension skills with a five-part lesson plan proven to succeed. Computerized follow-up testing tracks progress by comparing "before" and "after" results.
Underwater Art (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading Grade 4)
by Jacqueline AdamsART TO THE RESCUE One of the largest coral reef systems in the world was in danger of being damaged beyond repair. The solution? A unique museum, dreamed up by an environmentalist, a businessman, and an artist, all working together. NIMAC-sourced textbook
Underwater Mission (Pokémon: Graphix Chapters)
by Simcha WhitehillThe adventure and humor of the Pokemon animated TV series springs to life in this full-color comics collection!Dive in to two action-packed adventures!Kids who love Pokemon won't want to miss this cool comic compilation! This book includes two full-color graphic stories.The Search for Kingdra: Ash, Goh, and their Pokemon pals explore under the sea on a trial mission for Project Mew. Can Goh catch a wild Kingdra?Team Rocket In Luck: After one loss too many, Jessie, James, Meowth, and Wobbuffet go on a wild chase after Pelipper. Will their bad luck ever improve?With tons of art on every page from the animated show streaming on Netflix, this graphic novel is the perfect format for Pokemon fans.
Underwater World: Aquatic Myths, Mysteries, and the Unexplained
by Tamara MacfarlaneDive into the depths and discover the mysteries of the world of water in this beautiful book for young readers.From myths and legends, folklore and fables, to amazing discoveries, and undiscovered depths – children will love exploring the amazing world of water in this beautifully illustrated book for young readers.Dive between the pages of Underwater World into the ocean depths to discover sunken lands, and sail in and out of legends laden with weird and wonderful monsters. This educational book for 7-9 year olds will teach curious children all about the ocean, magical creatures and mythology, mysteries and the unexplained. Ready for an adventure? Dive straight in to discover: - A strikingly visual guide to the innermost depths of our Earth- Exquisite hand-drawn illustrations and maps making the information engaging and accessible- A diverse range of fascinating information using captions and detailed cross sectionsWater – it can be hard as rock, silky soft, and often barely there. We can&’t live without it, but can&’t breathe within it. This shape-shifting element washes in on our shores, pours on our towns, and winds through our fields. We are mostly made out of water, but how much do we really know about it? Children will love learning all about the world of water in this beautifully illustrated and colorful book. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? If you like Underwater World, then why not complete the collection? Take a peek inside the enchanting and mythological world of dragons with Dragon World, and discover their fascinating history.
Uneven Bars: Tips, Rules And Legendary Start (Gymnastics Ser.)
by Tracy Nelson MaurerEver wonder what it takes to be an uneven bars champion? Find out the tips and tricks to spinning, tucking, and sticking an uneven bars routine, as well as the legends that have shaped the sport into how we know it today.
Unexpected Super Spy: Book 2 (Planet Omar #2)
by Zanib MianWelcome back to Planet Omar! The second book in Zanib Mian's laugh-out-loud series, with amazing cartoon-style illustrations from Nasaya Mafaridik. Perfect for fans of Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid. * Chosen asThe Times Children's Book of the Week: 'Mian's gentle mixing of humour and Muslim tradition is fresh and necessary' *Omar and his friends have been saving up their pocket money for ages so they can have the world's most epic Nerf Blaster battle. But when Omar discovers that his mosque is in trouble, they decide to donate their pennies to help save it. Then they try to raise some more money by:Doing some chores (boorrring)Selling some home-made cookies (deeelicious)Holding a talent contest (YESSSSSSS)Everything goes PERFECTLY until the money mysteriously goes missing. Can they work out who has taken it in time to stop the mosque closing down? And what exactly is Omar's sister Maryam hiding in her room...?*Zanib Mian is a World Book Day author for 2021 with her Planet Omar title, Operation Kind.*Have you read the first book in the series, Accidental Trouble Magnet? Love Reading 4 Kids called it 'irresistible reading'!
Unexpected Visitors (Diary of an Accidental Witch)
by Honor Cargill Perdita CargillThe sixth graders at Extraordinary are excited to learn that there will be some VERY IMPORTANT visitors coming to the school, and they need to prepare. Will everyone be ready?Bea and the other sixth graders at Extraordinary learn that there will be some VERY IMPORTANT visitors coming to the school soon! It's all hands on deck as the teachers and students prepare the school for their guests. They have to clean, decorate, and prepare the classrooms and hallways with the very best examples of the students' work. Will they be ready in time? With black-and-white illustrations throughout. Told through Bea's diary entries, the Diary of an Accidental Witch series invites readers to follow Bea on a humorous journey of self-discovery as she learns where she truly belongs.
Unfadeable
by Maurice BroaddusPerfect for fans of Jason Reynolds and Kelly Yang, readers will love this heartfelt and genuine story about building community, finding family, and the power of Black girl magic. Bella “Unfadeable” Fades is determined to stay out of trouble. A wiser-than-her-years graffiti artist known for tagging walls and bridges in her Indianapolis neighborhood, the Land, Bella plans to spend her summer break laying low and steering clear of anyone who might tip off to social services that she’s living on her own. But keeping a low profile is all but impossible when Bella discovers people in high places are trying to defund the Land. She has to find a way to fight back.Getting involved will mean putting herself out there—making connections with unlikely friends and attracting potential enemies. But if Bella doesn’t put her trust in her neighbors and learn how to bring her community together, her home—and her future—will never be the same.
Unfriendly Competition
by Jessica BurkhartThis is the final book of the Canterwood Crest books starring Sasha Silver. Though the series will continue, there will be a new main character to narrate the series!
Unfriendly Competition
by Jessica BurkhartThis is the final book of the Canterwood Crest books starring Sasha Silver. Though the series will continue, there will be a new main character to narrate the series!
Unfriendly Competition
by Jessica BurkhartThis is the final book of the Canterwood Crest books starring Sasha Silver. Though the series will continue, there will be a new main character to narrate the series!
Unhappy Campers (The Underdogs #3): The Underdogs #3
by Tracey WestThe third chapter book in this fun, highly illustrated series about four dog best friends who learn that being yourself is much more fun than being Best in Show. From the bestselling author of Dragon Masters and the illustrator of Diary of a Pug!The Underdogs and their classmates are taking a break from competing in the K-9 exams to go on a camping trip! The fourth years at Barksdale Academy are heading to Camp Ruffing It for a few days of hiking, swimming, and roasting marshmallows by an open fire.Or, that was the plan. But Harley keeps getting distracted by all the sounds and smells in the forest. Every time she runs after a chipmunk or a shiny fish, she accidentally messes things up for her friends. Can Harley stay focused long enough to save the rest of the camping trip? Or is it back to civilization for the Underdogs?With black-and-white illustrations on every page and hilarious antics throughout, this series is perfect for readers who are just starting to read chapter books on their own, or for anyone who loves a good underdog story!
Unhooking the Moon
by Gregory HughesMeet the Rat: A dancing, football-playing gangster-baiting ten-year-old. When she foresaw her father's death, she picked up her football and decided to head for New York.Meet her older brother Bob: Protector of the Rat, but more often her follower, he is determined to find their uncle in America and discover a new life for them both. On their adventures across the flatlands of Winnipeg and through the exciting streets of New York, Bob and the Rat make friends with a hilarious con man and a famous rap star, and escape numerous dangers. But is their Uncle a rich business man, or is the word on the street, that he something more sinister, true? And will they ever find him? Hughes has created a funny, warm, unique world that lives and breathes. Like I Capture the Castle, Breakfast at Tiffany's, The Curious Incident, Hughes' story and characters will resonate for many and for years to come.
Unhooking the Moon
by Gregory HughesWhen an adventurous sister-and-brother duo become orphans, a funny and heartbreaking roadtrip to New York ensues, as the pair searches for their long-lost uncle.Meet the Rat: A dancing, soccer-loving, fearless ten-year-old from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Meet her older brother, Bob: Protector of the Rat, though more often than not her faithful follower, Bob is determined to build a new and better life for him and his sister in America. Of particular concern for him are his sister's mysterious fits, which keep getting more and more severe.On their adventures traveling alone from the flatlands of Winnipeg, southward across the border into America, Bob and the Rat make friends with a host of unlikely characters, including a hilarious con man and a famous rap star. As they struggle to survive in the big city, they realize that finding your uncle in New York is incredibly difficult if you have almost no information about him--even if he is rumored to be one of the city's biggest drug dealers...From the Hardcover edition.
Unico: Awakening (Volume 1): An Original Manga
by Samuel SattinAn adventure across space and time awaits!"A spellbinding masterpiece." -- Dav Pilkey, #1 bestselling creator of Dog ManUNICO tells the incredible story of a young unicorn who, after enraging the evil goddess Venus, is banished from the heavens and forgets all he once was. Saved from oblivion by the kindhearted West Wind, Unico continues to help others, before having to escape Venus again and begin a new adventure.In this first manga, Unico awakes in a mysterious land and is befriended by a resourceful watch cat, Chloe, who feels protective of the young unicorn. When they find themselves near a small village in the forest, they take refuge with a kindly, but helpless, old woman. To take care of her, Chloe begs Unico to turn her into a human girl, but that act of kindness has unforeseen consequences: Unico's love has awakened Venus and her minion, Byron, who want to destroy them both!Conceived anew by Eisner-nominated author Samuel Sattin and Eisner-winning artist team Gurihiru, and developed in collaboration with Tezuka Productions, UNICO: Awakening is a groundbreaking reboot of a beloved story by Astro Boy creator Osamu Tezuka, the "God of Manga." With striking full-color artwork and reading left to right in the Western comics style to match the original manga, UNICO is a brilliant manga series featuring storytelling at its best. Join Unico on an unforgettable journey!
Unico: Hunted (Unico)
by Samuel SattinStill hunted by Venus, Unico befriends a sickly girl imprisoned by an evil robotic machine.Lost in space and time, Unico awakens in an abandoned factory town. Saved by the resourceful mouse, Garapachi, Unico befriends Chiko, a human girl. But he soon learns that a sinister force is at work in the town's factory, bent on killing all living things. Meanwhile, Venus unleashes a fierce hunter who will stop at nothing to find Unico. Can Unico save Chiko? Can the West Wind save Unico?Conceived anew by Eisner-nominated author Samuel Sattin and Eisner-winning artist team Gurihiru, and developed in collaboration with Tezuka Productions, UNICO: Hunted is the second volume in a groundbreaking reboot of a beloved manga by Astro Boy creator Osamu Tezuka, the "God of Manga." With striking full-color artwork and reading left to right in the Western comics style to match the original manga, UNICO is a brilliant series featuring storytelling at its best. Join Unico on an unforgettable journey!