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Rocket's Very Fine Day (Rocket)
by Tad HillsKids are learning to read with Rocket! Tad Hills, the #1 New York Times bestselling author is back with another Level 1 Step into Reading story about the beloved dog Rocket, this time about making the most of a rainy day. Rocket, the star of the New York Times bestselling picture books How Rocket Learned to Read and Rocket Writes a Story, returns in an all-new Step 1 Step into Reading leveled reader. It's a beautiful sunny day and Rocket and Bella have big plans for fun in the sun. That is until a drop of rain falls and the clouds roll in. With predictable patterns, simple words, lots of repetition, and bright, colorful illustrations, young readers will love this new Rocket book, which they can read all by themselves!Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. Perfect for early readers of Rocket the Brave and Drop it, Rocket! and children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading
Rocks Hard, Soft, Smooth, and Rough
by Natalie M. RosinskyThe rocks you see everyday can be grouped into different types, like igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic. Some rocks are actually minerals, and you can even find fossils in some types of rocks.
Rodeo Red
by Maripat PerkinsA girl and her dog are happier than two buttons on a new shirt―until her new baby brother shows up. A rip-roarin' sibling tale perfect for story time!Rodeo Red and her hound Rusty are happier than two buttons on a new shirt—until Sideswiping Slim shows up.Red is sure that anyone who hollers that much will be hauled to the edge of town and told to skedaddle, but her parents seem smitten with the new addition to the family. So when that scallywag sets his eye on Rusty, Rodeo Red had better figure out a way to save her best friend in the whole world. Can a cowgirl make a bargain with a varmint?Author Maripat Perkins pairs Old West lingo with big laughs to tell this laugh-out-loud sibling story. Adorable illustrations by Caldecott Honor winner Molly Idle add to the fun.
Rodney Was a Tortoise
by Nan ForlerThis comforting and gently humorous picture book about bereavement and the strength of friendship shows how a child overcomes the sadness of her beloved pet's death.Bernadette and Rodney are the best of friends. Rodney's not so good at playing cards, but he's great at staring contests. His favorite food is lettuce, though he eats it VERRRRRRY SLOOOOOWLY. And he's such a joker! When Bernadette goes to sleep at night, Rodney is always there, watching over her from his tank. As the seasons pass, Rodney moves slower and slower, until one day he stops moving at all. Without Rodney, Bernadette feels all alone. She can't stop thinking about him, but none of her friends seem to notice. Except for Amar. Rodney Was a Tortoise is a moving story about friendship and loss. It shows the importance of expressing kindness and empathy, especially in life's most difficult moments.
Roll
by Darcy MillerWinner of the 2018 Burr/Worzalla Award * A CCBC (Cooperative Children’s Book Center) Choices 2018 Pick * A Bank Street Best Children's Book of 2017A hilariously funny and poignant debut novel, perfect for fans of Jerry Spinelli, Kat Yeh, Gary D. Schmidt, and Rebecca Stead.When Lauren (but call him “Ren,” pretty please) Hall sees birds falling from the sky, he knows something is wrong. But just as he’s starting to worry, he realizes that the birds are plummeting toward the ground on purpose.Turns out they’re Birmingham Roller Pigeons, and his new neighbor Sutton is training them for a competition.Sure, it’s strange, but Ren’s best and only friend Aiden has picked this summer to start hanging with the popular kids. So Ren starts training pigeons with Sutton—what’s the worst that could happen? A bird falls on his head?You’ll have to read Roll to find out.
Roll, Chickens, Roll! (Step into Reading)
by Lauren ClaussMecha Elmo, Mecha Abby, and Mecha Cookie Monster help chickens speed across the finish line!The chickens are ready to race in the Chicken Roll, but the race gets off to a slow start when the chickens don't roll. The Mechas realize that gravity will start the race so they build the perfect ramp and solve the problem! This Step 2 Step Into Reading Comic Reader features word balloons and eye-catching graphic panels. Based on an episode of Mecha Builders, from the creators of Sesame Street.
Roller Coaster
by Marla FrazeeClickity, clackity. Clickity, clackity. The roller coaster car is going up, up, up to the highest spot. And one of the people in the car has never ridden on a roller coaster before...ever.--From book jacket
Roller Coaster Kid
by Mary Ann RodmanA grandfather and grandson share a special love Zach and his grandpa love all of the same things . . . except the roller coaster. His grandpa once rode it one hundred times! But Zach doesn't like the roller coaster. So when Grandpa goes on it every summer, Zach goes on the Big wheel with Grandma. She understands. But one summer, Grandma is gone and Grandpa is not the same. He misses her terribly. So does Zach. But he also wants his grandpa to be happy again. What will it take? Maybe a ride on the roller coaster? Heart-warming and uplifting, here is a story for every family that loves and cares for one another.
Rolling Thunder
by Kate MessnerAn award-winning author and an acclaimed artist honor the sacrifices of American veterans and their families in this poetic tribute.Lines of bikes are miles long, shining, half a million strong. Rumbling, grumbling, engines roar. Peace signs. High fives. Spirits soar. Every Memorial Day in Washington, D.C., more than a million veterans and their supporters gather for the Rolling Thunder Ride for Freedom, a demonstration that pays tribute to the men and women of the U.S. armed forces. This lyrical story honors the bravery and sacrifice of those American heroes—the ones who have returned home, and the ones who haven’t.Praise for Rolling Thunder“A tribute to the phenomenon that is the Rolling Thunder Ride for Freedom . . . Ruth’s background in comics illustration is evident in his skillful use of palette to reflect mood . . . A lyrical ode to our nation’s fallen heroes and those who keep their memories alive, suitable for one-on-one and small group sharing. A good choice for most collections.” —School Library Journal“Sincere, affecting pages . . . pay tribute to the sacrifices of veterans and their families . . . An emotional wringer.” —The Wall Street Journal“Respectful, eloquent, and moving.” —Booklist
Roly the Hedgehog (Roly and Friends)
by Frances RodgersLet your little nature lover learn how to help the adorable animals that like to visit your yard.Meet Roly. She&’s a curious, prickly hedgehog who loves to explore yards, including yours! The yard can often be a dangerous place, and Roly needs your help to face these challenges. Are you in?This illustrated children&’s book about nature is perfect for gently introducing young readers to the idea of animal conservation and protection. It includes: • Beautifully illustrated spreads. • An engaging storyline that kids can follow and relate to, as the book refers to the wildlife that can be found in their own backyard or garden. • Fun-filled facts about hedgehogs. • A thoughtful and timely message about protecting wildlife, with tips for doing so. Join Roly on a garden adventure of a lifetime! Bursting with fun trivia and colorful illustrations, this sweet animal picture book shows kids just how unique hedgehogs are, which makes them worth preserving. Perfect for children ages 3-5, this wonderful preschool book provides animal-loving toddlers with plenty of helpful tips and tricks to help keep all their garden guests safe and roaming freely. It&’s the ultimate gift for curious children or budding environmentalists.Roly the Hedgehog is part of a beautiful series from DK that aims to inspire youngsters to discover so much of what is unseen in their yards, and teach them how to care for their yard-dwelling friends. Other titles in this series include Rory the Garden Bird, Roxy the Butterfly and Rosy the Bumblebee.
Romeo and Juliet: No Fear Shakespeare Side-by-Side Plain English (No Fear Shakespeare)
by William Shakespeare SparkNotesThis No Fear Shakespeare ebook gives you the complete text of Romeo and Juliet and an easy-to-understand translation. Each No Fear Shakespeare contains The complete text of the original play A line-by-line translation that puts Shakespeare into everyday language A complete list of characters with descriptions Plenty of helpful commentary
Ronald Reagan: A Little Golden Book Biography (Little Golden Book)
by Lisa RogersHelp your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biographyabout actor-turned-president Ronald Reagan! The perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages!This Little Golden Book about Ronald Reagan—the 40th president of the United States who loved horses and jellybeans—is an inspiring read-aloud for young girls and boys. Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: • George W. Bush • John McCain • My LGB About the White House • My LGB About Johnny Appleseed
A Roof!
by Stephanie Ellen SyA dazzling picture book debut about a young girl in the Philippines who returns a neighbor&’s roof after a typhoon with the help of her community.Typhoons are a regular part of Maya&’s life in the Philippines, but after this storm, she finds something unusual in her backyard—a roof! There&’s an address written on it, and Maya is determined to return it to its family. She&’ll need help to make her way through the damage left behind by the typhoon. As she sets out with her tatay, Maya collaborates with a farmer and his carabao, a couple of fishers and their boat, a sapatero, a labandera, a kusinera, and more of her neighbors. Together, they sail around knotted tree roots, hauling, heaving, pushing, and dragging the roof until they find its family—and begin to rebuild their community.Told by Stephanie Ellen Sy in a cumulative structure that begs to be read aloud, and paired with Daniel Tingcungco&’s lush and cinematic illustrations, A Roof! is a story about community care that celebrates the Filipino spirit of bayanihan.
Room for Bear
by Ciara GavinA huggable picture-book debut about a bear who doesn't quite fit--perfect for fans of Karma Wilson's Bear Snores On and Philip C. Snead & Erin Stead's Bear Has a Story to Tell. When Bear wakes up one spring, he goes in search of a new home. And he thinks he's found the perfect place. Unfortunately, things are a bit . . . snug. Can five little ducks find room for one big bear in their home--and in their hearts? Ciara Gavin's luminous picture-book debut explores the unconditional love of families in all their colors, shapes, and sizes.
Room for the Baby
by Michelle Edwards Jana ChristyUH-OH!What's a family to do when there's a baby on the way but no place to put a crib?The big brother-to-be is worried. His mom does have a sewing room, but its every nook and cranny is stuffed with cast-off items and outgrown clothes that people have given her to recycle and reuse--some day. Now that day has come--because the new arrival will need someplace to sleep and something to wear. So the resourceful mom gets to work, making new clothes from old to outfit the baby-to-be.Inspired by her creativity, the neighbors get involved, and soon everyone is stitching and knitting something. As the months go by and the family celebrates the Jewish holidays from Passover to Hanukkah, big brother helps his mom get ready, too. But things move slowly and he continues to worry: will there ever be room for the baby?
Room for the Baby: Read & Listen Edition
by Michelle EdwardsUH-OH! What's a family to do when there's a baby on the way but no place to put a crib? The big brother-to-be is worried. His mom does have a sewing room, but its every nook and cranny is stuffed with cast-off items and outgrown clothes that people have given her to recycle and reuse—some day. Now that day has come—because the new arrival will need someplace to sleep and something to wear. So the resourceful mom gets to work, making new clothes from old to outfit the baby-to-be. Inspired by her creativity, the neighbors get involved, and soon everyone is stitching and knitting something. As the months go by and the family celebrates the Jewish holidays from Passover to Hanukkah, big brother helps his mom get ready, too. But things move slowly and he continues to worry: will there ever be room for the baby?This Read & Listen edition contains audio narration.
Rooney 'Roo: Vowel Combination Oo (Let's Read Together ®)
by Barbara deRubertisLet&’s Read Together books merge rhyme and vowel sounds in delightfully zany stories kids will want to read again and again. Each of the 15 books in this classic series by award-winning author/educator Barbara deRubertis will give your child a jumpstart on reading success."Story lines are silly and inventive, and recall Dr. Seuss&’s Cat in the Hat for the building of rhythm and rhyming words." —School Library JournalRooney 'Roo discovers that sharing books is a fine way to make new friends. (This easy-to-read story features the "oo" vowel combination.)
Rory the Garden Bird (Roly and Friends #Vol. 3)
by Frances RodgersPerfect for little animal lovers, this beautiful early learning book shows you how to help adorable animals that like to visit your yard.Meet Rory. He&’s a small, inquisitive bird who loves to visit yards and gardens, including yours! From stinky rubbish to hungry cats, the yard can sometimes be a dangerous place. Will you volunteer to help keep him safe?This illustrated children&’s book about nature is perfect for gently introducing young readers to the idea of animal conservation and protection. It includes: • Beautifully illustrated spreads. • An engaging storyline that kids can follow and relate to, as the book refers to the wildlife that can be found in their own backyard or garden. • Fun-filled facts about birds. • A thoughtful and timely message about protecting wildlife, with tips for doing so. Join Rory as he sets off into the yard, finding yummy bird mix to munch on and a cozy spot in the trees to rest in after a long, hard day of exploring. Bursting with fun trivia and colorful illustrations, this sweet animal picture book shows kids just how unique birds are, which makes them worth preserving. Perfect for children ages 3-5, this wonderful preschool book provides nature-loving toddlers with plenty of helpful tips and tricks to help keep all their yard guests safe and roaming freely. It&’s the ultimate gift for curious children or budding environmentalists.Rory the Garden Bird is part of a beautiful series from DK that aims to inspire youngsters to discover so much of what is unseen in their yards, and teach them how to care for their yard-dwelling friends. Other titles in this series include Roly the Hedgehog, Roxy the Butterfly and Rosy the Bumblebee.
Rory the Remarkable Dragon
by Kathryn RammellFor fans of Dragons Love Tacos and We Don't Eat Our Classmates, comes a hilarious new story about a very special dragon, named Rory!Rory isn't like the other dragons. She's a remarkable dragon. So remarkable in fact that she stands out from all the other dragons at school and quickly becomes the most popular student in class, thanks to her unique abilities that other dragons don't seem to possess. But the principal is certain something is off about Rory, and she wants to uncover the truth about this star student.From debut author-illustrator, Kathryn Rammell, comes a hilarious, upbeat story about accepting others for who they are, with a clever twist on the ugly duckling trope that is sure to make this a laugh-out-loud read!
Rosa's Song
by Helena Ku RheeIn this diverse picture book, a young immigrant from South Korea finds community and friendship in an apartment house filled with other newly arrived kids.When Jae looks out the window of his new home, he wishes he could still see his old village, his old house, and his old friends. But his new apartment feels empty and nothing outside is familiar. Jae just arrived from South Korea and doesn't even speak the new language. Yet, making friends is the same wherever you go and he soon meets a girl with a colorful bird perched on her shoulder. Rosa knows just how Jae feels and the two become fast friends. Not only does Rosa show Jae his new neighborhood but she shows him how his imagination can bring back memories of his old home. Then Rosa leaves unexpectedly one night but leaves her parrot for Jae. He thinks about the song that Rosa would sing: &“When I fly away, my heart stays here.&” And when Jae meets two other newly arrived kids, he teaches them Rosa's song and becomes their guide to this new world.From the creators of the highly acclaimed The Paper Kingdom, comes a new book about the importance of community and demonstrates how a simple act of kindness can be passed along to others.
Rose Weaves a Garden
by Rashin KheiriyehThis heartfelt picture book about the love shared between generations--and the traditions that bind them--shows how a grandfather teaches his grandchild to weave a beautiful rug.Rose&’s Baba joon (her grandfather) loves three things most in the world: His loom, where he weaves fine rugs for family and friends; his garden; and most of all, Rose!When Rose decides she wants to weave her own rug -- its design inspired by a drawing she made of their garden--Baba is thrilled to teach her. Working side-by-side at the loom, grandfather and granddaughter tie colorful strands of yarn into thousands of knots. But just as the rug slowly begins to take shape, Baba falls ill.Rose knows one thing that will make him feel better: a beautiful -- and finished! -- garden rug. But will she be able to weave the rest of the rug on her own?This tender portrait of a young girl and her grandfather is a moving tribute to the joy of learning from someone you love.
The Rosemary Spell
by Virginia Zimmerman"Rosie makes a sweet but stubborn protagonist, and she approaches the disappearance of her friend with a sense of pragmatism that balances the more magical elements of the story, making this a compelling blend of mystery and fantasy." —Bulletin "The incorporation of Shakespearean references and poetry gives the story a more mature feel and balances the youthful earnestness of Rosie and Adam. The mystery and magic are subtle, but the little clues that pop up keep the story tense." —School Library Journal * "Plays and lore of Shakespeare trickle through this expertly plotted novel, which will leaving lovers of—and newcomers to—the Bard wanting more." —Publishers Weekly, starred review "Zimmerman provides a wonderful blend of literary puzzles, adventure, and musings over memory and identity." —Booklist "[Zimmerman] deftly weaves the difficulty of loss into a tale of triumph, Rosemary's strength of character keeping her buoyed through the emotional tumult she must navigate to save her friend...A spellbinding story about friendship and the power of prose." —Kirkus &“Avid middle-grade readers, Shakespeare buffs and poets will revel in Zimmerman's earnest and engaging exploration of memory and memory loss, loss in general, growing up, evolving friendships, and the joy and power of words.&” —Shelf Awareness —
Roses Are Pink, Your Feet Really Stink
by Diane deGroatThis Valentine's Day favorite read-aloud will prompt lots of giggles, as well as discussions on kindness and forgiveness.Gilbert is all set to write fifteen friendly valentine cards to his classmates. But how can he write a nice poem for the boy who tweaked his nose, or the girl who made fun of his glasses? Instead, Gilbert writes two not-so-nice valentines...and signs the wrong name on both!When his classmates read his poems, their feelings are hurt, and Gilbert's prank quickly turns into pandemonium. But with the help of a friend and an honest apology, there's always time for a change of heart on Valentine's Day.
Rosey Posey and the Perfectly Pink Radish: Bloomers Island Garden of Stories #2 (Bloomers Island #2)
by Cynthia Wylie Courtney CarboneFollow young Rosey Posey in a magical, beautifully illustrated story as she attends boarding school on Bloomers Island to learn about gardening and growing her own vegetables. When Professor Sage announces the Very Very Veggie Challenge, Rosey isn&’t sure she wants to participate. But encouraged by headmaster Professor Sage and inspired by her favorite color, Rosey decides to grow a perfectly pink radish—in a perfectly pink pot on her perfectly pink windowsill! With patience and curiosity, she discovers just how fun and rewarding gardening can be, and not as hard as she thought!The Bloomers Island series brings to life the world of gardening and healthy-eating to young children in new and exciting ways.
Rosie and the Pre-Loved Dress
by Leanne HatchA sweet picture book about a girl who finds a special dress at a thrift store and imagines who may have owned the dress before her.When Rosie finds the most beautiful yellow dress at her local thrift store, the first thing she notices when she brings it home is a name written on the tag: Mila. Rosie wonders if Mila liked any of the same things she did, and what amazing things Mila might have done in the dress. The dress makes Rosie feel like her best self--like she can do anything. But soon it&’s time to donate the dress so someone else can make their own memories with it. Letting it go is hard, but Rosie smiles when she wonders what the dress&’s next owner will do while wearing it…. The joy and wonder of recycled clothing is brought to life by Leanne Hatch's charming text and whimsical illustrations.