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Madeline Finn and the Library Dog
by Lisa PappA delightfully warm, encouraging story of a young girl and the special library dog who helps her develop patience, acceptance, and confidence as she learns to read, from award-winning author-illustrator Lisa Papp.Madeline Finn does NOT like to read. But she DOES want a gold star from her teacher. Except stars are for good readers, for understanding words, and for saying them out loud—things that Madeline Finn doesn't believe she can do.Fortunately, Madeline Finn finds a little help when she meets Bonnie, a library dog. Reading out loud to Bonnie isn't so bad, and when Madeline Finn gets stuck, Bonnie doesn't mind. As it turns out, it's fun to read when you're not afraid of making mistakes. Bonnie teaches Madeline Finn that it's okay to go slow—and, most importantly, to keep trying.Lisa Papp offers an inspiring and comforting story, perfect for new readers who just need a little confidence to overcome their fears.
Madeline Finn and the Shelter Dog
by Lisa PappMadeline Finn finds a new way to help more dogs and read more stories, in this latest book from award-winning author-illustrator Lisa Papp.After Madeline Finn meets library dog Bonnie, she asks her mother for a puppy of her own every single day. Finally, Mom says yes, and Madeline Finn chooses Star, one of Bonnie's puppies.Then Bonnie's owner, Mrs. Dimple, tells Madeline Finn about animal shelters―places many other pets come from. A visit to their local shelter leads Madeline Finn to ask some questions. Does anyone play with the shelter dogs, or snuggle with them, or read to them? Questions lead to answers, and ideas, and soon Madeline Finn and her human and animal community discover there are lots of ways for small people to make a big difference.Award-winning author-illustrator Lisa Papp offers a kind, empathetic exploration of life in an animal shelter in this perfect story for dog lovers, pet adoption and rescue advocates, and young readers learning how to make a difference through community service.
Madeline Finn and the Therapy Dog
by Lisa PappMadeline Finn is training her dog Star to become a therapy dog. Will they pass the test? A beautiful story of empathy, perseverance, and community from Lisa Papp.Madeline Finn and Star are off to Walker Oaks, a retirement community where Star will take his tests to become a therapy dog. Accompanied by Mom, Mrs. Dimple, and Bonnie the library dog, Madeline and Star make their way through a variety of challenges and meet several new friends. But Madeline Finn can't stop thinking about an elderly man in a wheelchair who never smiles. Is there something she and Star can do to help?Author-illustrator Lisa Papp's empathetic, feel-good story explores the therapy dog training process and provides a realistic and appealing example of a young person making a difference. Paired with warm, gentle illustrations, this book is ideal for social emotional learning and discussions about self-esteem, volunteering, community, and—of course—therapy animals.
Madeline's Rescue
by Ludwig BemelmansThe lively adventures of the twelve famous little girls and Genevieve, the dog, take us once more to Bemelmans' unique and delightful Paris. Images and image descriptions available.
Mae Among the Stars
by Roda AhmedA beautiful picture book for sharing and marking special occasions such as graduation, inspired by the life of the first African American woman to travel in space, Mae Jemison. An Amazon Best Book of the Month!A great classroom and bedtime read-aloud, Mae Among the Stars is the perfect book for young readers who have big dreams and even bigger hearts.When Little Mae was a child, she dreamed of dancing in space. She imagined herself surrounded by billions of stars, floating, gliding, and discovering.She wanted to be an astronaut.Her mom told her, "If you believe it, and work hard for it, anything is possible.”Little Mae’s curiosity, intelligence, and determination, matched with her parents' encouraging words, paved the way for her incredible success at NASA as the first African American woman to travel in space.This book will inspire other young girls to reach for the stars, to aspire for the impossible, and to persist with childlike imagination.
Maggie and Pie and the Big Breakfast (Highlights Puzzle Readers)
by Carolyn Cory ScoppettoneHighlights Puzzle Readers offer an innovative approach to learning that integrates puzzles and stories to develop motivated, confident readers. These Level 1 books are perfect for kids who are reading simple sight words and sounding out decodable text.Fans of Amelia Bedelia will love these bird buddies! Maggie, a scatter-brained magpie, and Pie, a rule-following pigeon, love to cook together, but sometimes Maggie gets a little mixed up! In this Level 1 Highlights Puzzle Reader, kids solve visual logic puzzles to help find the right ingredients. With a bonus recipe so kids can make their own applesauce pancakes, Maggie and Pie and the Big Breakfast is perfect for beginning readers.
Maggie and Pie and the Cookie Contest (Highlights Puzzle Readers)
by Carolyn Cory ScoppettoneHighlights Puzzle Readers offer an innovative approach to learning that integrates puzzles and stories to develop motivated, confident readers. These Level 1 books are perfect for kids who are reading simple sight words and sounding out decodable text.Maggie and Pie are bird buddies that love to cook—but sometimes Maggie gets a little mixed up! As they bake cookies in this Level 1 Highlights Puzzle Reader, kids can use clues in the story to find the supplies they need in simple visual puzzles that double as picture support for the text. With a bonus recipe, Maggie and Pie and the Cookie Contest will appeal to junior chefs who are just discovering reading.
Maggie and Pie and the Perfect Picnic (Highlights Puzzle Readers)
by Carolyn Cory ScoppettoneHighlights Puzzle Readers offer an innovative approach to learning that integrates puzzles and stories to develop motivated, confident readers. These Level 1 books are perfect for kids who are reading simple sight words and sounding out decodable text.Maggie and Pie are bird buddies that love to cook—but sometimes Maggie gets a little mixed up! As they make fruit salad, in this Level 1 Highlights Puzzle Reader, kids can use clues in the story to find the supplies they need in simple visual puzzles that double as picture support for the text. With a bonus recipe, Maggie and Pie and the Perfect Picnic will appeal to junior chefs who are just discovering reading.
Maggie and Pie and the Pizza Party (Highlights Puzzle Readers)
by Carolyn Cory ScoppettoneHighlights Puzzle Readers offer an innovative approach to learning that integrates puzzles and stories to develop motivated, confident readers. These Level 1 books are perfect for kids who are reading simple sight words and sounding out decodable text.Fans of Amelia Bedelia will love these bird buddies! Maggie, a scatter-brained magpie, and Pie, a rule-following pigeon, love to cook together, but sometimes Maggie gets a little mixed up! In this Level 1 Highlights Puzzle Reader, kids solve visual logic puzzles to help find the right ingredients. With a bonus recipe so kids can make their own pizza, Maggie and Pie and the Pizza Party is perfect for beginning readers.
The Maggie B.
by Irene HaasA little girl's wish to sail for a day on a boat named for her "with someone nice for company" comes true. Images and image descriptions available.
Maggie’s Treasure
by Jon-Erik LappanoWhen Maggie’s treasure collection grows too big to manage, she finds a creative solution. Maggie finds treasure wherever she goes. Whether it’s a button, a feather or a shiny stone, she picks it up and takes it home. At first the neighbors and city workers are grateful to Maggie for cleaning up; the mayor even gives her an award. But over time Maggie’s collection grows bigger and bigger, until it spills out of her house and garden in an unsightly mess. Her parents tell her “Enough treasure!” and eventually even Maggie realizes that something must be done. Finally, inspired by a bird outside her window, she finds a way to share her treasure that enchants and transforms the entire neighborhood. Jon-Erik Lappano and Kellen Hatanaka, winners of the Governor General’s Literary Award for Tokyo Digs a Garden, have created a stunning picture book about a child who turns her passion for collecting into a pleasure for her community. Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.2 Retell stories, including key details, and demonstrate understanding of their central message or lesson.
Magic by the Lake (Tales of Magic #2)
by Edward EagerBook three in the series called "truly magic in a reader's hands" by Jack Gantos, Newbery Medal winner for Dead End in Norvelt.When wishing for magic, it’s hard not to wish for too much.If Jane, Mark, Katharine, and Martha had stopped to think—oh, if they had only stopped to think!—they would have ordered magic by the pound, or by the day, or even by the halves as they had in Half Magic. But no, they asked for magic by the lake—and now they have to deal with a whole lakeful of enchantment!Soon the children find themselves cavorting with mermaids, outwitting pirates, and—with the help of a cranky old turtle—granting a little magical help to the one person who needs it most.This funny and gentle classic series is an enjoyable read-aloud and also a strong choice for independent reading. For fans of such favorite series as The Penderwicks and The Vanderbeekers.Enjoy all seven of the middle grade novels in Edward Eager's beloved Tales of Magic series!
Magic For Sale
by Carrie ClickardOn the corner of Hemlock and Blight, the magic shop of Miss Pustula Night is open for business. Creepy curiosities and endless enchantments fill the shelves, but it&’s the rumor of a shop ghost that really has kids excited. Brave Georgie McQuist has been double-dared to find the phantom, and he's up to the task-- but he never expected that he'd give the ghost a fright! Together, boy and ghost take on the task of cataloging every last treasure in Miss Pustula's crowded and cavernous cellar, down to the last spell and skeleton-- but what will the witch do when she catches them there? The deliciously spooky, tongue-twistingly clever rhymes in this story are illustrated in lavish detail-- each creep and kraken crawls across the pages, and Miss Night's shelves are crowded with pickled elves and dusty potions. From the first friendly fright to the last lurking ghoul, this adventure is perfect for Halloween. . . and beyond.
The Magic Hat
by Mem Fox Tricia TusaOne fine day, from out of town--and without any warning at all--a magic hat appears in the sky. It tumbles and bounces through the air and makes magic wherever it lands. Everyone is delighted as, one by one, the townspeople are transformed into giant playful animals. And then a wizard arrives..... With irresistible rhyming language and bright, whimsical illustrations, this perfect read-aloud by internationally acclaimed author Mem Fox will weave its way into the hearts of young children everywhere.
Magic in the Attic (A Button & Squeaky Adventure)
by Jim ShoreA teddy bear and a balloon animal learn about friendship in this heartwarming tale.Button the teddy bear is feeling a little blue and needs something to do! He&’s never been up to the attic before—perhaps today is the day! He climbs up the creaky stairs and enters a world full of wonder. There&’s so much to see and play with! He&’ll soon find something very special that will change everything.A charming story filled with imagination, love, and the joy of friendship, Magic in the Attic is the first-ever children&’s book by award-winning and best-selling artist Jim Shore. It is the perfect bedtime story that kids will want to read again and again!&“A beautiful tale about finding friendship in even the most unimaginable of places!&” —Junior Magazine &“A very cute story for all ages!&” —Kayla Zampino, Founder, Disney on Display &“Packed with gorgeous illustrations, Magic in the Attic is a wonderful story for children about adventure, imagination, and friendship. Thoroughly enjoyed reading it with my son.&” —Kanupriya Sindhu, KiddinglyThis is a fixed-format ebook, which preserves the design and layout of the original print book
Magic Mixies: Castle Quest! (I Can Read Level 1)
by Mickey DomeniciBased on the bestselling toy and all-new animated YouTube series, Sienna and her Mixies friends arrive at an enchanted Castle!When they arrive at the enchanted Castle, Sienna and her friends discover that things aren’t always as they appear. Turns out getting Sienna home is going to be harder than they thought. Stay tuned until the end, because this adorable early reader even includes a fun search-and-find at the end of the story!This book is a Level One I Can Read, perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.Get ready to make real magic and discover the world of Magic Mixies Mixlings, a spellbinding new Collectible from Magic Mixies! Join Sienna in all her adventures as she encounters a whole new realm FILLED with magic creatures. Magicus Mixus!
Magic Mixies: A Mixed-Up Adventure (I Can Read Level 1)
by Mickey DomeniciBased on the bestselling toy and all-new animated YouTube series, Sienna and her enchanting friends find themselves in a real magical mix-up!After a bumpy start to their adventure, Sienna and her friends arrive in the beautiful seaside town of Enchanters Edge. As they set up camp for the night, the group decide to have an impromptu talent show. But when Luggle becomes sick, haywire magic causes major havoc. Stay tuned until the end, because this adorable early reader even includes a fun search-and-find at the end of the story!This book is a Level One I Can Read, perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.Get ready to make real magic and discover the world of Magic Mixies Mixlings, a spellbinding new Collectible from Magic Mixies! Join Sienna in all her adventures as she encounters a whole new realm FILLED with magic creatures. Magicus Mixus!
Magic Mixies: Welcome to Mixia! (I Can Read Level 1)
by Mickey DomeniciBased on the bestselling toy and all-new animated YouTube series, enter the magical world of Mixia and meet a whole new crew of Mixie and Mixling friends! Follow Sienna on her magical journey through the world of Mixia as she is joined by new friends like Carrot, Luggle, Parlo, and more. Stay tuned until the end, because this adorable early reader even includes a fun search-and-find at the end of the story!This book is a Level One I Can Read, perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.Get ready to make real magic and discover the world of Magic Mixies Mixlings, a spellbinding new Collectible from Magic Mixies! Join Sienna in all her adventures as she encounters a whole new realm FILLED with magic creatures. Magicus Mixus!
The Magic of Dreams! (Step into Reading)
by RH DisneyA Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader featuring the beloved characters from Walt Disney's animated classic--soon to be a live-action film in Fall 2021!Disney fans ages 4 to 6 can relive the magic of the film in this Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader featuring press-out figures. And the beloved Disney characters star in the live-action feature coming to theaters Fall 2021. Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
Magic Ramen: The Story of Momofuku Ando
by Andrea WangWorld War II was over, but in Japan, lines for a simple bowl of ramen noodles wound down the sidewalk. What Momofuku Ando did next would change food forever. Andrea Wang, author of Watercress (a Newberry honor book and winner of the Caldecott Medal), tells the true story behind the creation of one of the world's most popular foods."An inspiring story of persistence and an ideal purchase for any collection." School Library Journal, STARRED review2021 Nutmeg Book Awards NomineeWinner of the 2020 Sakura AwardRead Across America Book of the Month, May 2021Center for Multicultural Children's Literature Best Book of 2019 ListSmithsonian Magazine '10 Best Children's Books of 2019′ ListEvery day, Momofuku Ando would retire to his lab--a little shed in his backyard. For years, he'd dreamed about making a new kind of ramen noodle soup that was quick, convenient, and tasty for the hungry people he'd seen in line for a bowl on the black market following World War II. Peace follows from a full stomach, he believed.Day after day, Ando experimented. Night after night, he failed. But Ando kept experimenting.With persistence, creativity, and a little inspiration, Ando succeeded. This is the true story behind one of the world's most popular foods.
The Magic School Bus Explores Human Evolution (The Magic School Bus)
by Joanna ColeWhen Arnold wishes he had more information for his family tree, Ms. Frizzle revs up the Magic School Bus and the class zooms back to prehistoric times. First stop: 3.5 billion years ago!There aren't any people around to ask for directions. Luckily Ms. Frizzle has a plan, and the class is right there to watch simple cells become sponges and then fish and dinosaurs, then mammals and early primates and, eventually, modern humans. It's the longest class trip ever!This is the story of a species, of our species, as only Ms. Frizzle can tell it. Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen tackle this essential topic with the insight and humor that have made the Magic School Bus the bestselling science series of all time.Hop on board for a class trip that spans billions of lifetimes!
The Magic School Bus Explores the Senses (The Magic School Bus)
by Joanna ColeTo celebrate its 20th anniversary, Scholastic is re-releasing the ten original Magic School Bus titles in paperback. With updated scientific information, the bestselling science series ever is back!On a most sense-sational trip that takes them through an eye, an ear, a tongue, and even a dog's nose, Ms. Frizzle's class learns about the senses. Using their trademark sense of humor, Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen provide facts about the senses in both the human and animal worlds.
The Magic School Bus Gets Programmed: A Book About Computers
by Joanna Cole Nancy White Bruce Degen Maggie Sykora John SpeirsThe school computer is going berserk, and Ms. Frizzle invites the kids to take a high-tech ride inside to check it out--and learn some cool computer facts along the way.
A Magical Day (Afro Unicorn)
by April ShowersUnicorn best friends Magical, Unique, and Divine are getting ready for a very special birthday party in this picture-book adventure. Celebrate your inner unicorn with the first book in the Afro Unicorn line!It's Magical&’s birthday! She and her unicorn friends can't wait to celebrate at her magnificent party. But when Magical's enchanted crown suddenly goes missing, it's up to everyone in the enchanted kingdom of Afronia to come together and find it before her big party is ruined.Join these three extraordinary unicorns in a story full of friendship, love, and fun.When Afro Unicorn creator April Showers realized that her favorite emoji—the unicorn!—was only available in white, she was inspired to create a more inclusive brand for children of color to celebrate how magical, unique, and divine they truly are. Don&’t miss the other books in the Afro Unicorn series—The Most Magical Time of the Year!We Are Afro Unicorns
The Magical Fantastical Fridge
by Harlan Coben#1 New York Times Bestselling novelist Harlan Coben partners with a talented debut illustrator in this fantastical and funny adventure for fans of David Wiesner and William Joyce It's family dinner night, and Walden would like to be anywhere other than the kitchen in the middle of chores. Suddenly his wish is granted: He is magically swooped into one of his own drawings on the fridge, and finds himself on a one-of-a-kind adventure. After battling a crayon monster, he catches a plane ride into an old photo, escapes a troop of monkeys by cannonballing into an aquarium ticket, survives an ice-maker earthquake, and more. Kids will love studying the dynamic, comic-book-inspired illustrations in this zany, surprise-filled journey that culminates in a heartfelt appreciation of family.