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Dolphins at Daybreak (Magic Tree House #9)
by Sal Murdocca Mary Pope OsborneJack and Annie are ready for their next fantasy adventure in the bestselling middle-grade series--the Magic Tree House! <P><P>IT'S SINK OR SWIM for Jack and Annie when the Magic Tree House whisks them off to the middle of the ocean. <P><P> Luckily, they find a mini-submarine on a coral reef. Unluckily, they are about to meet a giant octopus and one very hungry shark. <P>Will the dolphins save the day? Or are Jack and Annie doomed to be dinner?
Dolphins at Daybreak
by Mary Pope Osborne Sal MurdoccaThe #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time celebrates 25 years with new covers and a new, easy-to-use numbering system! It's sink or swim for Jack and Annie when the Magic Tree House whisks them off to the middle of the ocean. Luckily, they find a mini-submarine on a coral reef. Unluckily, they are about to meet a giant octopus and one very hungry shark. Will the dolphins save the day? Or are Jack and Annie doomed to be dinner? Did you know that there’s a Magic Tree House book for every kid? Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter books Merlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced reader Super Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventure Fact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures Have more fun with Jack and Annie at MagicTreeHouse.com!
Dolphin's Grace: An Unofficial Minecrafters Novel (Aquatic Adventures in the Overworld #3)
by Maggie MarksFollow along with brothers Mason and Asher in the third Aquatic Adventures in the Overworld book! Brothers Mason and Asher have only ever known the comfort of dry land in the Overworld. But when a terrifying shipwreck leaves them stranded, their new friend Luna urges them to safe haven—underwater. In each story of the all-new series for Minecrafters, Aquatic Adventures in the Overworld, this unlikely trio must make the choice of staying in the world they know best and risk death, or voyaging into an unknown world where anything could happen. Follow their journey as Mason, Asher, and Luna face incredible obstacles and discover strength they never knew they had in Aquatic Adventures in the Overworld. When Asher doesn&’t return from his hunt for buried treasure, Mason wonders what became of his brother. Then Luna appears, insisting that the pod of dolphins swimming nearby have a message for Mason. Do they know where Asher is? To find out more, Mason and Luna have to first earn the dolphins&’ trust. But when danger strikes, Mason wonders—is it too late to save his brother, and can he and Luna save the dolphins, too?
The Dominican Republic (Blastoff! Readers: Exploring Countries)
by Walter SimmonsThe Dominican Republic was the first place Christopher Columbus landed when he sailed to the Americas from Europe in 1492. Today, the people of this Caribbean nation are known for their love of music, dance, and baseball. In this title, readers will learn about the geography and culture of the Dominican Republic.
Domino (Kitty Corner #3)
by Ellen MilesFrom the bestselling author of THE PUPPY PLACE! Mia and Michael Battelli would love a kitty of their very own. But until their family is ready for a full-time pet, they foster cats and kittens. They give them lots of love and attention, and help these cute kitties find the perfect home. On a cold winter night, Michael discovers an adorable tuxedo kitten lost in the snow. Domino is wearing a collar, but the tag is missing. He's scared, hungry, and all alone. It's up to Michael to help this kitten in need. Will he be able to find Domino's home?
Doña Esmeralda, Who Ate Everything
by Melissa de la CruzA silly, laugh-out-loud read-aloud picture book debut from #1 New York Times bestselling author Melissa de la Cruz!Once upon a time, in the middle of a group of seven thousand happy islands named after King Philip of Spain, there lived a lady named Doña Esmeralda.She had a big bouffant hairdo and was much smaller than you.And she was always hungry...And so begins the wickedly hilarious tale of one very old, but very stylish little lady who loves to eat, but can only find the ooey, gooey, mushy, smelly leftovers of naughty children to nosh on. But what happens when Doña Esmeralda finds out about all the tasty treats that children do eat? Hold on to your hairdos as Esmeralda eats everything in sight in a cumulative read-aloud inspired by stories from author Melissa de la Cruz's childhood in the Philippines!
Dona Flor: A Tall Tale About a Giant Woman with a Great Big Heart
by Pat MoraDoña Flor is a giant woman who lives in a puebla with lots of families. She loves her neighbors–she lets the children use her flowers for trumpets, and the families use her leftover tortillas for rafts. So when a huge puma is terrifying the village, of course Flor is the one to investigate. Featuring Spanish words and phrases throughout, as well as a glossary, Pat Mora&’s story, along with Raúl Colón&’s glorious artwork, makes this a treat for any reader, tall or small. Award-winning author Pat Mora&’s previous book with Raúl Colón, Tomás and the Library Lady, received the Tomás Rivera Mexican American Children&’s Book Award, an IRA Teacher&’s Choice Award, a Skipping Stones Award, and was also named a Texas Bluebonnet Award Master List title and an Americas Award for Children&’s and Young Adult Literature commended title. She lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Doña Flor
by Pat MoraDoña Flor, una señora gigante, vive en un pueblo pequeñito. Los vecinos la adoran y ella adora a sus vecinos. Deja que los niños utilicen las flores de su jardín como trompetas y las tortillas como balsas. A Doña Flor le encanta leer y con frecuencia puedes verla rodeada de niños que escuchan atentos las historias de sus libros. Un día un tremendo aullido de animal proveniente de las afueras del pueblo asusta a todos, incluida a Doña Flor. Quiere proteger a sus queridos vecinos y con ayuda de sus amigos los animales, se dirige hacia la meseta más alta, en busca de la terrible fiera. Pero cuál no será su sorpresa cuando descubre que tras semejante estruendo se esconde una pequeña criatura. Pat Mora y Raul Colón colaboran nuevamente para traernos una tierna historia sobre una mujer gigante con un corazón muy grande. El último trabajo de Pat Mora y Raul Colón, Tomás y la señora de la biblioteca, fue galardonado con el premio Tomás Rivera.
Donate Money (Earn It, Save It, Spend It! Ser.)
by Emily RaijWhy do people donate money? People donate money to support a cause. Find out more about the different ways people can donate money.
Donavan's Word Jar (Trophy Chapter Bks)
by Monalisa DeGross Cheryl HannaThe classic story about the power of wordsDonavan Allen doesn’t collect coins, comics, or trading cards like most kids. He collects words—big words, little words, soft words, and silly words. Whenever Donavan finds a new word, he writes it on a slip of paper and puts it in his word jar.But one day, Donavan discovers that his word jar is full. He can’t put any new words in without taking some of the old words out—and he wants to keep all his words. Donavan doesn’t know what to do, until a visit to his grandma provides him with the perfect solution.
¿Dónde está Brinca? (¡Arriba la Lectura!, Level K #36)
by Misha Herenger Jeff HopkinsBrinca es una rana arbórea. Descubre qué aprenden los niños de su nueva compañera de clase. NIMAC-sourced textbook
¿Dónde se esconden los dragones?
by Camille Lockstein Rkh Bowman Joan Casler Heather StannardDescubre las aventuras de Robert en su busqueda por los elusivos dragones, de los cuales ha escuchado cada noche cuando su padre le lee antes de irse a dormir. Niños desde los 4 años disfrutaran este encantador cuento imaginativo.
¿Dónde va a parar?
by Julia AlvarezEl nuevo libro ilustrado en español de la novelista próspera (How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents) y autora de niños (The Tia Lola Stories) Julia Alvarez es un poema bellamente elaborado para niños que aborda delicadamente el lado emocional de la muerte. El libro pregunta, &“Cuando alguien muere, ¿dónde va a parar? / ¿Será con el viento cuando le da con soplar? … ¿Me hacen guiños—como estrellas cuando les pido un favor—parpadeando &‘Eres perfecta, no hay que ser algo mejor? …&” Ilustrado por la artista de grabado de Vermont, Sabra Field, ¿Donde va a parar?, es una hermosa y reconfortante meditación sobre la muerte, haciendo preguntas lectores jóvenes de español podrían tener acerca de lo que pasa a las personas que aman después de que mueren.
Donde va a parar?
by Julia Alvarez Rhina Espaillat Sabra FieldEl nuevo libro ilustrado en español de la novelista próspera (How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents) y autora de niños (The Tia Lola Stories) Julia Alvarez es un poema bellamente elaborado para niños que aborda delicadamente el lado emocional de la muerte. El libro pregunta, “Cuando alguien muere, ¿dónde va a parar? / ¿Será con el viento cuando le da con soplar? … ¿Me hacen guiños—como estrellas cuando les pido un favor—parpadeando ‘Eres perfecta, no hay que ser algo mejor? …” Ilustrado por la artista de grabado de Vermont, Sabra Field, ¿Donde va a parar?, es una hermosa y reconfortante meditación sobre la muerte, haciendo preguntas lectores jóvenes de español podrían tener acerca de lo que pasa a las personas que aman después de que mueren.
¿Dónde viven los animales?: Animales asombrosos y sus extraordinarios hábitats (Journey Through)
by Derek Harvey13 hábitats extraordinarios, 13 historias inolvidablesDonde viven los animales te invita a recorrer los continentes en busca de los animales que los habitan. No pierdas el rastro al águila americana mientras surca majestuosamente los picos de las Montañas Rocosas; sigue la migración del ñu africano a través del parque nacional Serengueti mientras trata de cruzar peligrosos ríos bajo la mirada atenta de hambrientos depredadores; sigue el rastro del solitario leopardo del Amur (el felino más extraño del planeta) mientras acecha silenciosamente a su presa a través de los helados bosques de Siberia.Entrañables imágenes invitan al lector a sumergirse en cada página. Las inolvidables historias en el texto narrativo le animan a pasar las páginas. Pequeñas unidades de texto informativo se aseguran de que el lector aprende mientras se divierte.Donde viven los animales es un regalo ideal para niños de 4 a 8 años amantes de la naturaleza y la ecología, así como para inspirarles en su tareas escolares y a aprender de manera independiente en casa.
The Donkey Egg
by Janet Stevens Susan Stevens CrummelFeaturing Bear and Hare from their Caldecott-Honor winning Tops & Bottoms, the Stevens sisters celebrate perseverance and teamwork in this laugh-out-loud story of triumph over trickery.Bear would rather sleep all day than work on his farm, and Fox knows just the kind of help he needs—a donkey! When Fox tricks Bear into buying a donkey egg, Bear can't wait for it to hatch so he can meet his new friend. But donkeys don't come from eggs! And when the "egg" finally opens, Bear gets a fruity surprise. Luckily, Bear doesn't have to face disappointment alone . . . Hare is there to help!
The Donkey's Gone!
by Omid ArabianA Rumi story turned into a fun, illustrated allegory for kids.The 13th century Sufi mystic, Islamic scholar, Persian poet and storyteller Rumi remains a towering cultural force, and possibly the most widely read poet in the world--especially on the subject of love. Here a simple tale about a donkey keeper staying at an inn becomes a parable for life lessons of joy and sorrow that will be universally understood by children in this adaptation by the Rumi scholar Omid Arabian, illustrated with great humor and authenticity by the Iranian-born artist Shilla Shakoori.The Donkey's Gone is based on a story from The Masnavi, which is an epic compilation of Rumi's wisdom in the form of poems and short stories. Adapted for children, it retains Rumi's wit and insight while also relating a cautionary tale about what we stand to lose when we imitate others and conform.
The Donkey's Song: A Christmas Nativity Story
by Jacki KellumChildren will experience the first Christmas through new eyes in this heart-tugging story of the Nativity, told by the gentle but determined donkey that carried Jesus's parents to Bethlehem. It's a perfect Christmas gift book for snuggling up and sharing.Sleepy but strong, I clip-clopped alongto rest in a stable with straw.The wonder of the first Christmas miracle is movingly told with descriptions of scented pine, warm candlelight, fresh hay, and a "sweet angel sound" as a gentle donkey welcomes the baby Jesus. Each page has adorable, moonlit images of the humble farm animals that were there to witness and comfort.This luminous, soothing song of hope, friendship, conviction, and faith is one that families will return to each Christmas for years to come.
Don't Be a Menace on Sundays
by Adolph J. Moser David MelionPeople who act violently are not new to the world. Thousands of years ago, our ancestors fought with one another.
Don't Be Such a Turkey!
by Nancy KrulikKatie is learning about the Pilgrims in preparation for Turkey Day (aka Thanksgiving). Her class visits a reconstructed Pilgrim village where all the "inhabitants" portray a 17th century character. Can you guess what's coming? The magic wind, of course, transforming 21st-century Katie into Patience Mitchell, who is supposed to know all about spinning wool and making cornhusk dolls. In the second adventure, a family trip to New York City finds Katie switcheroo-ed into one of the performers at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here's two for-one fun for all of Katie's many fans .
Don't Blink!
by Amy Krouse RosenthalThis interactive book may seem to be on your side, reluctant sleeper -- but it's truly a bedtime book in disguise! New from New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Amy Krouse Rosenthal and David Roberts!Here's how it works: if you can avoid getting to the end of this book, you can avoid bedtime, simple as that. (It's a pretty sweet deal, actually.) But each time you blink, you have to turn a page. Those are just the rules. So whatever you do, DON'T BLINK!From New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Amy Krouse Rosenthal and David Roberts comes a playful, super-duper interactive bedtime story, narrated by a cheeky stuffed owl. Kids love a challenge, and you can bet they'll do their darndest to rise to the one set out in Don't Blink!...especially when bedtime is on the line!
Don't Blow Your Top!
by Ame DyckmanEverybody gets angry sometimes, even a little volcano. But with some rock-steady advice, Little Volcano finds a way to process their steamy emotions.Spend a day in paradise with Little Volcano and Big Volcano. Everything is beautiful and calm until an out-of-control bird drops a coconut on Little Volcano's crater. Will Little Volcano blow their top? Can Big Volcano help? Don't Blow Your Top! is a hysterical and explosive read-aloud story that will have kids of all ages erupting with laughter as Little Volcano and Big Volcano try to deal with their anger and go with the flow. The book features some tips for kids and volcanoes of all ages to help them navigate their fiery emotions and learn to be cool when things get a little out of control.
Don't Call Me Special: A First Look at Disability (A First Look at…Series)
by Pat ThomasAre there kids in your life who need a comforting and reassuring way to learn about physical disabilities? This is the perfect book and will show the grit that is shown when people with a physical disabilities or special needs live happy and full lives.Parents, teachers, and gift givers will find:questions and concerns about physical disabilitiesinformation about special equipment that is available to helpa helpful book written by a psychotherapist and counselora whole series of books for children to explore emotional issuesThe A First Look At series promotes positive interaction among children, parents, and teachers, and encourage kids to ask questions and confront social and emotional questions that sometimes present problems. Books feature appealing full-color illustrations on every page plus a page of advice to parents and teachers.
Don't Chicken Out
by Shawn K. Stout Victoria YingIn addition to ballet, Fiona Finkelstein is out to prove she has other talents. It's a flat-out fact that the world needs more love, and Fiona is just the person to make some excellent romantic matches--or so she thinks. Fiona sets out to start a club with her friends and classmates to pair up pals and even teachers...but in the end, learns that she is much better at match-BREAKING.
Don't Cook Cinderella
by Francesca SimonIt's just an ordinary day at Mother Goose's Academy. There's Miss Good Fairy teaching the Three Little Pigs, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Hansel and Gretel and Little Red Riding Hood to read and write - while Miss Bad Fairy is inciting the Ugly Sisters, the Big Bad Wolf, Troll, Wicked Stepmother, Wicked Witch and Jealous Queen to gobble them all up. The result? Chaos!Witty, fast-paced and anarchic, this is a complete story with ten short chapters ('C.A.T. Spells Dog', 'What Troll Learned', 'Snakes and Snails for Lunch') that take us through the school day. Originally published as Big Class, Little Class, this freshly illustrated reissue brings Francesca Simon and Tony Ross together again in a wonderful romp that Horrid Henry fans will revel in.