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Mama, Is It Summer Yet?
by Nikki McClureAs spring slowly turns to summer, a little boy builds a fort and plant a garden in impatient anticipation in this book.
Mama, Why?
by Karma WilsonAges 3-7. The day is done. Night is nigh. And Polar Cub asks, "Mama, why?" The moon is high. The stars are bright. And Polar Cub asks, "Mama, why?" It's time for sleep. It's time for dreams. And Polar Cub asks, "Mama, why?" Share in this glowing, timeless lullaby from beloved, bestselling author Karma Wilson and award-winning illustrator Simon Mendez Picture descriptions present.
Mama, Will I Be Yours Forever?
by Anna PignataroThe precious follow-up to MAMA WILL YOU HOLD MY HAND? and MAMA, HOW LONG WILL YOU LOVE ME? From bestselling author/illustrator Anna Pignataro comes the third title in her bestselling series, MAMA, WILL I BE YOURS FOREVER?, a sweet and loving portrayal of what "forever" means. The world is a very big place filled with everyday wonders that can both fascinate and confuse young readers. But Anna's text and sweeping illustrations are reassuring and engaging, showcasing the love of a parent for their child as well as introducing children to the many wonders of nature and life.
Mamie Tape Fights to Go to School: Based on a True Story
by Traci HuahnMeet Mamie Tape, 8-year-old Chinese American changemaker who fought for the right to go to school in San Francisco in the 1880s. Follow Mamie's brave steps and discover the poignant history of her California Supreme Court case Tape v. Hurley.Mamie&’s mom always reminded her a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. So when Mamie wanted to go to school, even though Chinese children weren&’t allowed, she took her first step and showed up anyway. When she was turned away at the schoolhouse door, she and her parents took another step: they sued the San Francisco school board…and won! Their case Tape v. Hurley made its way up to the California Supreme Court, which ruled that children of Chinese heritage had the right to a free public school education. But even then, Mamie&’s fight wasn&’t over.Mamie Tape Fights to go to School is the story of one young changemaker&’s brave steps on the long journey to end school segregation in California. It began with a single step.
Mammals: A Question And Answer Book (Animal Kingdom Questions And Answers Ser.)
by Isabel MartinRoaring lions? Barking dogs? What does the word mammal mean to you? What do they eat? Where do they live? Get answers to all these questions and find out just what makes a mammal a mammal!
Man Who Saved Books
by Lynn PlourdeOne town&’s trashbecomes the dump man&’s treasure in this inspiring tale by award-winning author Lynn Plourde. Mr. Pottle, who oversees the town landfill, just cannot bear to see books thrown out and destroyed, so he rescues and recycles them for the community to enjoy. When Mr. Pottle takes a fall one day and is injured, that community—especially the children—comes to his rescue. The townspeople bring books to speed his recovery—and are amazed to discover that the book-loving man cannot read. That&’s when a town full of eager readers helps Mr. Pottle to fully enjoy his treasures.Illustrations by Mary Beth Owens are packed with details that capture the chaos and beauty of a dump and show Mr. Pottle&’s determination to let nothing of value to go to waste. Little ones will love the way favorite items keep showing up in different places around the dump.An enjoyable picture book in its own right, The Man Who Saved Books also delivers a heartwarming message about the treasures to be found in books, in reading together, and in friendship.
Manatees (Readers)
by Laura MarshIn this level 2 reader, young readers will explore the underwater world of lovable manatees. Follow these gentle giants, sometimes called "sea cows," through their marshy habitats, learn how manatees raise their young, and discover the threats to their environment. Beautiful photos and carefully leveled text make this book perfect for reading aloud or for independent reading.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.
Manfish: A Story of Jacques Cousteau
by Jennifer Berne Eric PuybaretBefore Jacques Cousteau became an internationally known oceanographer and champion of the seas, he was a curious little boy. In this lovely biography, poetic text and gorgeous paintings combine to create a portrait of Jacques Cousteau that is as magical as it is inspiring. <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 in the future.</i>
Mango Memories
by Sita SinghHere is a completely captivating picture book that celebrates family, tradition...and mangoes!Every summer, the branches of a little girl's favorite tree droops heavy with mangoes. And this year, she is finally old enough to help her family harvest them. Her brother shares a memory about his first time mango picking: his father holding him steady as he reached high above for the fruit. But when the girl climbs the tree, she becomes too dizzy. Then her grandma shares a mango memory: learning, many years ago, to toss a stone that knocked the fruit from the branches. But when the girl throws her stone, she keeps missing.How can this little heroine create her own mango memory if she can't even pick a mango?Narrated by a determined young Indian child, and set in a lush mango grove, here is a picture book that honors generational traditions and beautifully introduces young readers to a culture with which they may not be familiar.
Manifest Your Destiny: The Nine Spiritual Principles for Getting Everything You Want
by Wayne W. DyerFrom the inspirational leader and author of the international bestsellers Your Sacred Self and the classic Your Erroneous Zones comes this mind-awakening guidebook for making your desires reality. Based on ancient principles and spiritual practices, Manifest Your Destiny introduces the Nine Spiritual Principles that will help you overcome the barriers--both within and around you--that prevent you from getting what you want, including:Developing spiritual awarenessTrusting yourselfReconnecting to your environmentAttracting your desiresAccepting your own worthinessPracticing unconditional loveMeditating to unlock the power within youLetting go of demandsFilled with warmth and insight, this invaluable book will help you achieve your goals--and take you to a level higher than you've ever dreamed.
Manrattan: The Truth is Finally Revealed
by Sir RhymesalotAnyone who has been to 'Gotham City' and wandered about a bit has most likely spotted a giant inflatable rat or two. There are many stories as to why they are there but, until now, nobody had discovered the real truth about their secret lives. Join celebrated children's author, Sir Rhymesalot as he goes undercover to burrow down to the inflated-rat-underworld for a ride that lifts you high into the sky. As with all Sir Rhymesalot titles, rhythm and rhyming verse lead the way, and sing you through the steps of the adventure.
Mantequilla de maní y jalea, ¡Sí! (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Read Aloud Module 8 #3)
by Janet Nolan Julia PattonNIMAC-sourced textbook
Many Hands: A Penobscot Indian Story
by Heather Austin Angeli PerrowWhy does everyone keep telling Lily that many hands make the basket? Didn't she make the basket with her very own hands? It is the most beautiful basket of her 10-year-old life and no one will give her the credit she deserves. In the end, she learns a valuable lesson about pride and the spirit of community. Into the story is woven the process of basket making and a Wabanaki animal legend, as well as some words of the Penobscot language.
Many Homes (Into Reading, Level B)
by Jane Hearn<p>NIMAC-sourced textbook <p>Homes are made with all kinds of things. Look at homes in this book and read what they are made with!</p>
Many Lands, Many Stories
by Ruth Ra David CongerFor thousands of years, children and adults the world over have loved to tell and listen to folktales. Each country has its own set of interesting stories, and it is especially enjoyable to discover tales that one may not have heard before. The fifteen folktales collected in this book, representing five countries of Asia, are stories that the author has heard directly from friends and acquaintances from those lands, or that are found in the classicliterature of the countries. From India we read of snakes and mongooses,and of lions and rabbits that can talk. From Japan comes " The Crane's Gratitude," one of the most beloved stories of that land. The tales from China are fantastic yarns of magic about people who paint pictures that come to life, or who fly away into the sky and live happily ever after. Some stories tell us how things came to be (like " How the Sea Became Salty," from Japan) and why things are the way they are (such as " Why Cats and Dogs Don't Get Along," from Korea). Others teach a lesson, as in the tale from Thailand in which a jeweler learns the importance of not being greedy.The folktales in this collection each accompanied by an illustration, will bring delight to children and adults alike. We recommend them highly both for personal reading and for reading aloud to others.
Many Things At Once
by Veera HiranandaniIn this poignant picture book about family and belonging, the child of a Jewish mother and a South Asian father hears stories about her family history. Sometimes she doesn't feel Jewish enough or South Asian enough, but comes to realize you can feel--and be--many things at once.Based on the author's own family history, here is a moving story about a young girl from two different backgrounds. The girl&’s mother tells her stories about her mother, a Jewish seamstress in Brooklyn, New York. She lived in a tiny two-bedroom apartment and sewed wedding dresses shimmering in satin and lace.Her father tells stories of his mother, the girl&’s other grandmother, who liked to cook bubbling dal on a coal stove in Pakistan. They tell stories about how both sides came to America, and how, eventually, her parents met on a warm summer evening in Poughkeepsie.The girl sometimes feels as if she's the &“only one like me.&” One day, when she spots a butterfly in her yard, she realizes it&’s okay to be different—no two butterflies are alike, after all. It&’s okay to feel alone sometimes, but also happy and proud. It&’s okay to feel-- and be-- many things at once.
Manzanas por todo el país (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Leveled Reader Benchmark K-2, Level L #12)
by Gary Miller Ralph CanadayNIMAC-sourced textbook
Mao Mao's Perfectly Imperfect Day
by Laan ChamA free-spirited new student helps a perfectionist panda embrace his more spontaneous side in this charming classroom story.Mao Mao strives for everything to be absolutely, 100%...PERFECT!But when Olivia joins his class, Mao Mao realizes that not everyone is this way. Olivia is messy. And noisy. And clumsy. So, Mao Mao decides to teach Olivia the art of how to be *PERFECT.* How hard could it be?With speech balloons and kawaii-influenced illustrations by Laan Cham, this relatable picture book celebrates individuality and self-expression and invites little ones to redefine what it means to be "perfect." It also champions embracing differences and learning from one another—an important lesson for any child starting school.
Map Scales (Maps Ser.)
by Jennifer M. BeselGrab a map, and figure out how far from here to there. Learn how to use map scales to find distances.
Maple and Rosemary
by Alison JamesA touching story about a sugar maple tree who finds a lifelong friend when a young girl comes to seek comfort in its branches.For the longest time, Maple was on her own, ignored by the cedars and the pines. All she wanted was a friend she could talk to. Then one day, Rosemary climbs into her branches, sad and searching for a friend of her own. Together they form a bond as real as roots. Through the seasons and across a lifetime, Maple and Rosemary tells a story of true friendship, one in which the experiences we share become a part of who we are. Alison James&’s spare, eloquent text is accompanied by luminous illustrations that capture the shifting seasons in all their glory, by Jennifer K. Mann, creator of the much-acclaimed picture book, The Camping Trip.
Mapping My Country: (learn About) (Learn About)
by Jeanette FerraraA perfect first introduction to maps and map skills for young readers!There are families living in countries across the Americas and all around the world. From Canada, the United States, and Mexico to Central America, countries can look very different but still have a lot in common. Learn how to use map features like a key, compass rose, and a scale to answer questions about direction, measurement, and symbols. Look at photos of different countries, and use the maps inside the book to navigate and compare what is the same and what is different between them. At the end, you will be ready to draw a map of your own country. All this and more in Mapping My Country!ABOUT THIS SERIES:Starting from their bedroom, and moving to their home, street, neighborhood, town, state, country, continent, and finally, planet, children will gain a whole new understanding of their place in the world with this engaging picture book series. With illustrated maps drawn at different scales and vibrant photographs throughout to illustrate real locations, children will learn about map features, how to read maps and answer questions, and how to draw their own maps. Maps are everywhere and understanding them is key to navigating our world. With this brand new and original four-book series, children will expand their role as citizens.
