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Wolfie and Fly: Band on the Run
by Cary Fagan Zoe SiA classic story of imagination, friendship, rock bands and high-speed helicopter chases. For fans of Ivy & Bean, Judy Moody or Nate the Great.Everyone's favorite odd couple is back. Our heroine, Renata Wolfman (Wolfie) does everything by herself. Friends just get in the way, and she only has time for facts and reading. But friendship finds her in the form of Livingston Flott (Fly), the slightly weird and wordy boy from next door. This time, Fly has convinced Wolfie to join him in his one-man band. Before they know it, they're playing live onstage in front of a stadium of screaming fans. But these fans are about to get out of control--and Wolfie and Fly have to make a daring escape!Even though Wolfie thinks she'd rather be at home reading by herself, playing the drums in a rock band is actually pretty fun. Maybe there is something to this friend thing...
Wolfish
by Christiane M. AndrewsFor fans of Kelly Barnhill, Wolfish is an expansive, adventurous fantasy unlike anything you've ever read, inspired by the myth of twin boys Romulus and Remus. Shortlisted for the Ursula K. Le Guin Prize for Fiction! Twelve-year-old Rae is content as the adopted daughter of shepherds, helping with the flock and reveling in the beauty of her family&’s hillside farm. But after a frightening encounter with a wolf—to whom she feels a sudden, peculiar connection—Rae realizes there is much more to her past, and her future, than she could have imagined. Meanwhile, a young girl named Alba goes about her days as an oracle&’s apprentice, a duty that confines her to a distant, watery cave. But when she bestows a troubling prophecy on the rising boy-king, her words unintentionally begin a reign of terror, and send Alba on a desperate mission alongside Rae and the wolf. Inspired by Roman mythology, this mysterious and uniquely magical adventure explores the intricate roles of nature and fate in our lives, the power of language to shape our world, and the boundless importance of love and kindness.
Wolven (Wolven Ser. #1)
by Di ToftThe exciting adventures of a boy and his pet...werewolf! When his big, hairy hound turns into a boy, Nat discovers he's caught up in a weird government conspiracy to train wolven as weapons!With his big snaggly teeth, patchy black fur, and glowing golden eyes, Woody is far from the cutest of dogs, yet Nat is strangely drawn to the rough mutt that howls at the moon. And before long Nat discovers that Woody's not a dog at all--he's a wolven: a shape-shifter who changes from wolf to boy without much warning. A secret government agency knows about Woody's mutant status, too, and wants to trap him and turn him into a hairy new breed of bioweapon. To escape capture, and to make sense of Woody's strange identity, the two friends--boy and werewolf--set off on a great adventure.
Wolverine vs. Tasmanian Devil (Who Would Win?)
by Jerry PallottaWhat would happen if a wolverine and a Tasmanian devil met had a fight? Who do you think would win?This nonfiction reader compares and contrasts two ferocious mammals. Readers will learn about each animal's anatomy, behavior, and more. Then compare and contrast the battling animals before finally discovering the winner!This nonfiction series is full of facts, photos, and realistic illustrations, and it includes a range of mammals, sea creatures, insects, and dinosaurs to satisfy all kinds of animal fans.
Wolverines (National Geographic Kids Readers)
by Melissa StewartSuperhero and comic book force? Sure, but also a real-life animal! Find out in this Level 3 Reader how fierce wolverines, who are expert survivors, can be even more fantastic than those in movies and graphic novels.Journey through harsh cold and rugged mountain ranges to see how wolverines take down prey, raise their young, and live in one of the world's harshest environments. Learn about how their bodies adapt for survival, and about the animal's challenges in a warming world.National Geographic Readers' combination of expert-vetted text, along with brilliant images and a fun approach to reading has proved to be a winning formula with kids, parents and educators. Level 3 text provides accessible, yet wide-ranging, information for fluent readers. Each reader includes text written by an experienced, skilled children's books author, a photo glossary, and interactive features in which kids get to reinforce what they've learned in the book.
Wolves at the Door
by Steve WatkinsWar. Wilderness. And the will to live.Asta and her younger sister, Pieta, have watched in terror as Hitler's invasion spreads across Europe. Eventually, the war arrives in their city, bringing with it destruction and death. As the Nazis clash with Stalin's Red Army and relentless bombing rains from above, the girls flee to their grandparents' farm in the countryside. But no place is safe. Surrounded by enemies, Asta and Pieta are presented with one chance at escape: a transport ship leaving from the Baltic Sea.Getting from the farm to the coast is an impossible trip through a brutal war in the dead of winter. With food scarce, warm clothing lacking, and few resources, the sisters have little chance of making it. And Asta and Pieta are not alone in their plans--everyone is headed to the harbor with the same desperate hope. Securing a place on the ship will require nothing short of a miracle. Their dangerous journey is only just beginning, though, and the sisters can't begin to imagine what they'll have to sacrifice to survive . . .
Wolves of the Beyond #1: Lone Wolf (Wolves of the Beyond #1)
by Kathryn LaskyFrom bestselling author Katherine Lasky comes the first book in WOLVES OF THE BEYOND, a stunning new spinoff from her legendary owl series, Guardians of Ga'hoole. A wolf mother has given birth, but the warm bundle snuffling next to her brings only anguish. The pup, otherwise healthy, has a twisted leg, and the mother knows what the harsh code of the pack demands. Her pup will be taken from her and abandoned on a desolate hill. The pack cannot have weakness - the wolf mother knows that her pup is condemned to die. But alone in the wilderness, the pup, Faolan, does not perish. This his story - a story of survival, of courage, and of love triumphant. This is Faolan's story, the wolf pup who rose up to change forevever the Wolves of the Beyond.
Wolves of the Beyond Collection: Books 1-3 (Wolves of the Beyond #3)
by Kathryn LaskyThe first three books in the stirring new Wolves of the Beyond series by Kathryn Lasky, bestselling author of Guardians of Ga'Hoole.In the harsh wilderness beyond the owl world of Ga'Hoole, a wolf mother hides in fear. Her newborn pup, otherwise healthy, has a twisted paw. The mother knows the rigid rules of her kind. The pack cannot have weakness. Her pup must be abdandoned on an icy riverbank - condemned to die.But alone in the forest, the pup, Faolan, does the unthinkable. He survives. These three books tell Faolan's story - the story of a courageous wolf pup who rises up to change forever the wolves of the Beyond.
Wolves vs. Zombies: An Unofficial Minecrafter's Novel (Secrets of an Overworld Survivor #3)
by Grace Sandford Greyson MannWith zombie attacks threatening their town, Will’s older brother urges him to act responsible by staying home to protect the villagers. But Will, ever the explorer, is already dreaming of his next destination: the snow-covered forests of the Taiga biome.Despite the danger facing his home, Will sneaks off on his adventure, and he soon finds that the wintery region is everything he hoped it would be-right down to the pack of wild wolves he could try to tame as pets.But when an urgent message from home tells him his brother’s in trouble, Will has to choose: stay in the Taiga biome and tame the wolf he’s always wanted, or return home and rescue his brother?The third book in the Secrets of an Overworld Survivor chapter book series, Wolves vs. Zombies is an epic adventure-perfect for introducing young gamers to reading!
Woman In The House (and Senate): How Women Came To Washington And Changed The Nation
by Ilene Cooper Elizabeth BaddelyFor the first 128 years of America's history, only men served in the Senate and House of Representatives. All that changed in January 1917 when Jeannette Rankin was sworn in as the first woman elected to Congress. From the women's suffrage movement to the 2018 election, Ilene Cooper highlights influential and diverse female leaders who opened doors for women in politics. <p><p> Women featured include Nancy Pelosi (the first woman Speaker of the House), Margaret Chase Smith (the first woman elected to the Senate), Patsy Mink (the first woman of color to serve in the House), and newcomers like Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ilhan Omar. <p> This updated book includes archival photographs and lively illustrations from Elizabeth Baddeley, as well as a chart of all the women who have served in Congress, appendices that define key terms and governmental procedures, and an index. In a great new reading format, this updated, revised edition is perfect for young feminists!
Women Invent!: Two Centuries of Discoveries That Have Shaped Our World
by Susan CaseyThese inspiring stories of women inventors take the reader through the process of inventing--from coming up with an idea to having it manufactured and sold.
Women Justices of the Supreme Court
by Jeffrey B. Fuerst Jeanette LeardiOnly four female justices have served on the Supreme Court: Sandra Day O'Connor, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Sonia Sotomayor, and Elena Kagan. These highly influential and groundbreaking women faced opposition and overcame hardships as they fought to achieve this high honor and uphold justice in the United States. (Set of 6 with Teacher's Guides and Text Evidence Question Card)
Women Who Changed the World: 50 Amazing Americans
by Laurie CalkhovenFrom the author of "I Grew Up to be President" comes an exciting new book that explores fifty influential and inspirational American women who changed the world.Women have always played an important role in the history of the United States. But before they were women, they were regular girls just like anyone else. So how did these seemingly ordinary girls grow up to be such extradorinary women?In WOMEN WHO CHANGED THE WORLD, you'll meet fifty of the most influential and inspirational American women who had a lasting impact on our nation and the world. Starting with some of America's "Founding Mothers" like Pocahontas and Abigail Adams, and continuing up to the present day with game changers like Hillary Clinton, Oprah, and Misty Copeland, the book features a unique and diverse cast from all walks of life. With a mix of photographs and quirky illustrations, Women Who Changed the World is a fun and exciting read that will inspire future generations of leaders for years to come!
Women Who Dared Volume 2: 52 More Stories of Fearless Daredevils, Adventurers, and Rebels (Women Who Dared)
by Linda SkeersWomen Who Dared Volume 2 brings readers 52 MORE incredible stories of daredevils and adventurers from around the world for readers of all ages. Celebrate and be inspired by the amazing, outrageous stories of women!Women have been doing amazing, daring, and dangerous things for years, yet they're rarely mentioned in our history books as adventurers. This sequel of short biographies features women throughout history who have risked their lives for adventure—some of whom you may know, many of whom you may not know, but all of whom you'll WANT to know, like:Katherine Cheung, the first Chinese woman to obtain an international flying licenseLaura Dekker, the youngest person to sail around the world single-handedlyKatharina Paulus, an exhibition parachute jumper and the inventor of the first collapsible parachute
Women Who Dared: 52 Stories of Fearless Daredevils, Adventurers, and Rebels
by Linda Skeers Livi GoslingWomen have been doing amazing, daring, and dangerous things for years, but they're rarely mentioned in our history books as adventurers, daredevils, or rebels. This new compilation of brief biographies features women throughout history who have risked their lives for adventure—many of whom you may not know, but all of whom you'll WANT to know, such as: Annie Edson Taylor, the first person who dared to go over Niagara Falls in a barrel Valentina Tereshkova, the first woman who dared to fly in space Helen Gibson, the first woman who dared to be a professional stunt person And many more!This is the perfect read for anyone who wants to know what it means to explore, discover, play, climb, and fight like a girl!
Women and the Right to Vote (A True Book (Relaunch))
by Cynthia Chin-LeeThe year 2020 brings the centennial celebration of the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which granted women the right to vote.That victory was the hard-won result of a difficult fight waged over many decades by women from all walks of life. Some of those women gave their lives to the cause, while others, including women of color, were sidelined from this most basic right. This book tells all their stories.Women are sometimes called the silent protagonists of history. But since before the founding of our nation until now, women have organized, marched, and inspired. They forced change and created opportunity.With engaging text, fun facts, photography, infographics, and art, this new set of books examines how individual women of differing races and socioeconomic status took a stand, and how groups of women lived and fought throughout the history of this country. It looks at how they celebrated victories that included the right to vote, the right to serve their country, and the right to equal employment. The aim of this much-needed set of five books is to bring herstory to young readers!
Women in World War Two (A True Book (Relaunch))
by Susan TaylorWorld War II completely disrupted life in the United States and throughout the world, and it was an empowering turning point in U.S. women's history.Some women joined the armed forces as nurses and pilots. Some went to work outside the home in factories producing munitions, and building ships and airplanes. Some even became spies! But despite all these accomplishments, women were rarely given the recognition they deserved or the same benefits as their male counterparts. This book tells their story.Women are sometimes called the silent protagonists of history. But since before the founding of our nation until now, women have organized, marched, and inspired. They forced change and created opportunity.With engaging text, fun facts, photography, infographics, and art, this new set of books examines how individual women of differing races and socioeconomic status took a stand, and how groups of women lived and fought throughout the history of this country. It looks at how they celebrated victories that included the right to vote, the right to serve their country, and the right to equal employment. The aim of this much-needed set of five books is to bring herstory to young readers!
Women in the Civil Rights Movement (A True Book (Relaunch))
by Kesha GrantAfter decades of segregation, women were at the forefront of the civil rights movement, the largest social upheaval since the end of the Civil War.Alongside men, they were leaders, planners, organizers, and protesters. They moved the needle toward groundbreaking legislation. They fought for women's rights and for justice for all. As the nation slowly moved toward political equality for people of color, these steadfast activists, alone or in groups, formed the backbone of the movement. This book tells their story.Women are sometimes called the silent protagonists of history. But since before the founding of our nation until now, women have organized, marched, and inspired. They forced change and created opportunity.With engaging text, fun facts, photography, infographics, and art, this new set of books examines how individual women of differing races and socioeconomic status took a stand, and how groups of women lived and fought throughout the history of this country. It looks at how they celebrated victories that included the right to vote, the right to serve their country, and the right to equal employment. The aim of this much-needed set of five books is to bring herstory to young readers!
Women in the Old West (A True Book (Relaunch))
by Marti DumasMany women of different backgrounds lived together in the American West.Former enslaved women left the racism of the Southern states to find a new life. White settlers traveled alone or with their families seeking their fortune as farmers, teachers, or gold miners. They met Mexican and Native American women who already lived in the territory. They were later joined by Japanese and Chinese immigrant women. All these women faced hardship and an unfamiliar life as they fought for their rights, their freedom, and their land in the American West. This book tells their story.Women are sometimes called the silent protagonists of history. But since before the founding of our nation until now, women have organized, marched, and inspired. They forced change and created opportunity.With engaging text, fun facts, photography, infographics, and art, this new set of books examines how individual women of differing races and socioeconomic status took a stand, and how groups of women lived and fought throughout the history of this country. It looks at how they celebrated victories that included the right to vote, the right to serve their country, and the right to equal employment. The aim of this much-needed set of five books is to bring herstory to young readers!
Women in the Renaissance: Bridges Edition (Set of 6) (Navigators Ser.)
by Kathleen SimpsonNIMAC-sourced textbook
Women's Suffrage: Giving the Right to Vote to All Americans
by Jennifer Macbain-StephensIt is the account of the struggle for women's suffrage, or the right to vote that was passed in August 1920 for American women.
Wonder
by R. J. PalacioI won't describe what I look like. Whatever you're thinking, it's probably worse. <P><P>August Pullman was born with a facial deformity that, up until now, has prevented him from going to a mainstream school. <P>Starting 5th grade at Beecher Prep, he wants nothing more than to be treated as an ordinary kid--but his new classmates can't get past Auggie's extraordinary face. <P><P>WONDER, now a New York Times bestseller, begins from Auggie's point of view, but soon switches to include his classmates, his sister, her boyfriend, and others. These perspectives converge in a portrait of one community's struggle with empathy, compassion, and acceptance. <P>In a world where bullying among young people is an epidemic, this is a refreshing new narrative full of heart and hope. R.J. Palacio has called her debut novel "a meditation on kindness" --indeed, every reader will come away with a greater appreciation for the simple courage of friendship. <P>Auggie is a hero to root for, a diamond in the rough who proves that you can't blend in when you were born to stand out.
Wonder Park: The Movie Novel
by Sadie ChesterfieldWelcome to Wonderland! When it comes to imagination, June Bailey has more than enough of it to go around! In fact, she's created an entire amusement park called Wonderland with her mom. But one day, June doesn't feel like building anymore...until she stumbles across the real Wonderland, which has somehow come to life! Now June's amusement park needs her help. Can she reignite her imagination and save the park of her dreams?Based on the whimsical, animated film Wonder Park, this junior novel includes an 8-page full-color insert and tells the story of June Bailey and her animal friends as they work together to save her park from forces that threaten to destroy it. TM & © 2019 Paramount Pictures. All Rights Reserved.
Wonder Woman 1984: Inspirational Quotes & Stories from Wonder Woman (Wonder Woman 1984)
by Alexandra WestWonder Woman 1984 is set to hit theaters in fall 2020, from Warner Bros. Pictures, and will see the return of Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman and Chris Pine as Steve Trevor, with Kristen Wiig joining the cast as friend turned foe Barbara Minerva, aka The Cheetah! Unlock your inner warrior in this inspirational collection of quotes and stories from the mind of the greatest female Super Hero of all time—Wonder Woman! This gift book is perfect for fans of all ages and not only includes stories from Wonder Woman, who is now living in the year 1984, but also quotes from both of the Wonder Woman films! Illustrated with unique, full-color artwork and written in Diana’s own voice, there’s no doubt that Truth, Love, & Wonder is sure to be a favorite of Wonder Woman fans everywhere!