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Medusa: A Greek Myth
by Laura Layton Strom Laura Strom Stefania BisaccoMedusa brags and brags about her beauty. She loves to look in the mirror. She loves to tell others that she is the prettiest. Find out what happens when a young lady spends all of her time bragging.
Meena's Saturday
by Kusum MepaniA slice-of-life story with a feminist message about a young Indian girl and her sisters managing a bustling house full of boisterous guests on a busy Saturday.Saturday mornings start early for Meena. She and her sisters watch the sun rise while drinking chai before they clean the house and then head to the grocery store . . . while their brother gets to stay in bed. As the guests arrive, including Meena's favorite cousins, the women crowd into the kitchen to cook. The doorbell rings nonstop as family, neighbors, and friends fill the bustling house. Once fresh chapatis are made, dinner begins—for the men. But Meena spots an empty seat at the table and decides today is the day she makes an important change.Meena&’s Saturday by Kusum Mepani, with exuberant illustrations by Yasmeen Ismail, is the charming story of a family&’s weekend ritual, a love letter to the gatherings of community and family, and an example of how changing long-standing traditions can start with you.
Meerkat Moves Out of the Desert (Habitat Hunter)
by Nikki PottsMeerkat is bored with its habitat! Follow Meerkat as it tries out different places to live. Which habitat will make the best home for Meerkat?
Meeselphe
by Claude PontiConfident, bristly-haired Meeselphe tumbles headfirst into a whimsical world of riddles, monsters, and magical landscapes – celebrated French children&’s book author-illustrator Claude Ponti&’s latest adventureLeaning out of her treehouse window, Meeselphe wonders what it&’s like way down on the ground, a place she&’s never been – but she&’s certain there are many unfamiliar, delightful, and curious things to discover. So she jumps! Landing on the forest floor and striding fearlessly into the wackanana landscape of chocolate rabbits and Penrose quinces beyond, bristly-haired Meeselphe encounters friends and feckless foes. Malivicious monsters stand in her way and nothing is as it seems in this whimsical and sometimes unfriendly world, but Meeselphe isn&’t fazed: she has an answer for every riddle and a red paintbrush for every self-conscious ladybug. In the final showdown, scheduled for pages 38 and 39, our bushy-haired heroine makes a triumphant stand against the malivicious monsters. In detailed illustrations and Claude Ponti&’s trademark wordplay, cleverly rendered in this inventive translation by Alyson Waters and Margot Kerlidou, young readers will experience the thrill of adventure and the pleasure of coming home again.
Meet Abraham Lincoln (Landmark Books)
by Barbara CaryThis warmly told biography of our sixteenth president is enriched by many authentic but seldom told anecdotes and complemented by bold color illustrations that capture the spirit of Lincoln and his era. From the Trade Paperback edition.
Meet Christopher Columbus (Landmark Books)
by James T. de Kay John EdensSchoolchildren will be fascinated by this clear account of Columbus's voyages and his encounters with storms, Indians, and political intrigue. A map of the world in Columbus's time and a detailed drawing of the Santa Maria add depth to this exciting, real-life adventure tale. From the Trade Paperback edition.
Meet Felicity: An American Girl (American Girls #1)
by Valerie TrippMeet Felicity Merriman, a spirited nine-year-old girl who lives in Williamsburg, Virginia, in 1774, just before the Revolutionary War. <P><P> She's impatient with "sitting down kinds of things," like stitchery or writing. She'd rather ride horses! That's why Felicity is so excited to hear about a new horse in town. <P>She falls in love with the copper-colored mare and names her Penny. But Penny is owned by a cruel man who beats his animals. When Penny's life is in danger, Felicity knows she must help.
Meet George Washington (Landmark Books)
by Joan HeilbronerThis valiant story of how young George Washington was drawn into his country's struggle for independence gives readers a vivid perspective on a crucial era in American history--and on the life of a revolutionary hero. From the Trade Paperback edition.
Meet Kirsten (The American Girls Collection)
by Janet ShawNine-year-old Kirsten and her family experience many hardships as they travel from Sweden to the Minnesota frontier in 1854.
Meet M & M
by Pat Ross Marilyn HafnerMandy and Mimi are best friends. They look alike, have the same tooth missing, and they're also neighbors--which means fun is never far away. But one day everything goes wrong. <P><P> They argue about what games to play, how to play them, and even where to play! Mimi storms upstairs to apartment 3B, while Mandy sulks at home in 2B. Can M and M find a way to meet halfway?
Meet Martin Luther King, Jr. (Landmark Books)
by James T. de KayIllus. with black-and-white photos. This revised edition of the popular Random House Step Up(TM) Biography of the great civil-rights leader and advocate for peaceful resistance now includes new text and additional dynamic photos. Reading level: 2.2. From the Trade Paperback edition.
Meet Maud the Koala (Maud the Koala)
by J. E. MorrisMeet Maud: the adorable--and often anxious--young koala just trying to cope with a sometimes-overwhelming world!J. E. Morris's charming illustrations and comic-like panels make this a unique format with a narrative style perfect for storytime or young graphic novel fans.Maud is a typical young koala--she likes to have fun at the playground, go to dance class, and practice tae kwon do. But sometimes she feels anxious, and she isn't sure how to handle it! By using her imagination and getting a little help from her friends, Maud discovers ways to face some of the things that at first seem so scary. In Fish Are Not Afraid of Doctors, Maud gets nervous waiting at the doctor's office for a checkup, so she looks to the fish tank in the waiting room for comfort. When she has to get a shot, she shuts her eyes and pretends she's a fish! In Much Too Much Birthday, Maud is having a birthday party with all her friends. But when the guests arrive and the party gets packed, she isn't so sure it was such a good idea after all. What will happen if Maud can't bear her own birthday?
Meet Me in Horrorwood: Meet Me In Horrorwood (Creepella von Cacklefur #2)
by Geronimo StiltonThis NEW Geronimo Stilton series spinoff stars spooky, silly Creepella von Cacklefur!Gorgo, the monster in Cacklefur Castle's moat, is in love with the famouse monster movie star Blobbina. When Creepella helps Gorgo write Blobbina a love letter, they discover that Blobbina has disappeared! Creepella heads to Horrorwood to search for the missing monster, but will she be able to find her?
Meet Me in the Middle: A VeeFriends Book
by Gary VaynerchukNew York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur, and internet personality Gary Vaynerchuk gives kids a jump-start on getting ahead in Meet Me in the Middle, an all-original picture book featuring his beloved VeeFriends characters!With its unique two-in-one flip-book format, Meet Me in the Middle encourages young readers to see how different the world looks from another point of view. Start the book from the front and readers will learn about Eager Eagle’s day. Flip it over and readers will see the same story from Patient Pig’s perspective. It’s a fun story about how real success comes from seeing how the other side does it.Inspired by the lessons in the million-copy bestselling book Twelve and a Half, Meet Me in the Middle gives parents and educators a way to talk to kids about empathy, problem solving, and compromise—the essential keys to success, at any age!
Meet Miss Fancy
by Irene LathamA charming and significant story set prior to the Civil Rights Movement about a boy who finds a way to challenge segregation laws.Frank has always been obsessed with elephants. He loves their hosepipe trunks, tree stump feet, and swish-swish tails. So when Miss Fancy, the elephant, retires from the circus and moves two blocks from his house to Avondale Park, he's over the moon! Frank really wants to pet her. But Avondale Park is just for white people, so Frank is not allowed to see Miss Fancy. Frank is heartbroken but he doesn't give up: instead he makes a plan!Frank writes to the City Council so his church can host a picnic in the park, and he can finally meet Miss Fancy. All of his neighbors sign the letter, but when some protest, the picnic is cancelled and Frank is heartbroken all over again. Then Miss Fancy escapes the zoo, and it's up to Frank to find her before she gets hurt.
Meet Monster: The First Big Monster Book (Monster Bks. #Bk. 5)
by Ellen Blance Ann CookMonster is curious about making friends, finding a home, and exploring his city. This book collects six Monster stories—written by educators Ellen Blance and Ann Cook, who worked with children to write the books—brought to life by Quentin Blake's charming illustrations. Have you met Monster? He&’s not scary or mean like other monsters. He&’s kind of tall and his head is skinny, and he&’s purple. He&’s curious about everything: the city, the river, houses, cars, trains, and what people look like, the park, the kids, the swings, the stores and clothes and stuff. It is all new to him. &“Monster thinks the city is fine so he thinks he will live here.&” So begins the story of gentle, playful Monster, who conducts himself with grace and courtesy, and in short order finds a home, a best friend, and a bunch of kids to play with. First introduced in 1973, Monster returns in this omnibus edition of the first six stories of an extended emerging-reader series written not only for children, but also by them. Educators Ellen Blance and Ann Cook worked with schoolchildren to write stories a child would want, and be able, to read. While most children&’s books are meant to be read by adults to children, these are stories children can read to themselves or to adults. The book includes illustrations by the illustrious Quentin Blake, and a new letter to children (and one to parents) by the authors.
Meet My Friends! (Sonic the Hedgehog)
by Charlie MoonSonic the Hedgehog is racing back to the big screen in April 2022!This storybook is perfect for young fans who want to learn all about Sonic and the friends he made on Earth! Includes a sheet of character stickers!
Meet President Obama (Infomax Common Core Readers Ser.)
by Mel BartlettAligned to the Common Core State Standards, these leveled, informational texts are great for individual or small group reading instruction.
Meet Robert E. Lee (Landmark Books)
by George W. S. TrowMeet ROBERT E. LEE is the story of a great American leader forced to make a terrible decision. Robert E. Lee the Virginian, son of a Revolutionary hero, served in the U.S. Army as America moved towards Civil War. Loving his country, he hated to see the Union split, but he could not fight against the South. His agonizing decision, his brilliant military leadership, and the fine example he set when the battle was done, are all recounted in this thoroughly researched and richly illustrated book.
Meet Sonic!: A Sonic the Hedgehog Storybook (Sonic the Hedgehog)
by Penguin Young Readers LicensesThe world's fastest blue hedgehog is speeding to the big screen in November 2019. On time to celebrate the film's release is this adorable storybook that introduces readers to Sonic the Hedgehog. Illustrated in the modern 2D Sonic style, Meet Sonic! is the perfect introduction to Sonic for younger readers. In twenty-four easy-to-read pages, readers learn all about Sonic and his friends.
Meet The Construction Worker (People Around Town)
by Joyce JeffriesConstruction workers build our towns and cities! In this book, beginning readers will get to meet the community helpers who turn wood and metal into houses and schools. Readers will meet roofers, pipe fitters, and other essential builders that make the places we call home. Full-color photographs depict people hard at work, and a picture glossary reinforces vocabulary with vivid photographs of buildings and supplies, ready for work! [ High-interest topic engages young readers [ Strong picture-text correlation aids in comprehension [ Reading level supports beginning readers [ Picture glossary helps develop vocabulary skills [ Comprehendible index guides readers through each book
Meet The Farmer (People Around Town)
by Joyce JeffriesIntroduces farmers, the work that they do, and the equipment that they use.
Meet The Fireman (People Around Town)
by Joyce JeffriesA fireman works very hard to keep people safe, and early learners discover for themselves what the life of a firefighter is really like. Through the use of accessible text, readers take an exciting trip through a fire station and are introduced to the equipment firemen use to put out fires and save lives. A picture glossary helps beginning readers strengthen their vocabulary skills, and vibrant photographs show firemen working hard in a variety of thrilling situations.
Meet Thomas Jefferson (Landmark Books)
by Marvin Barrett Pat FogartyWhen Thomas Jefferson was young, Virginia was still a colony of England. Jefferson thought that many English laws and taxes were unfair, so he studied hard to become a lawyer and help make better laws. Soon he and others came to believe that the colonies should become a new country, and Jefferson was chosen to write the Declaration of Independence. As the third president of the United States, he focused on exploring the country and making it grow. His fairness and love of learning made him one of the most beloved presidents of all time.From the Trade Paperback edition.
Meet Yasmin
by Saadia FaruqiIn this compilation of four separately published books, Pakistani American second grader Yasmin learns to cope with the small problems of school and home, while gaining confidence in her own skills and creative abilities.