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Mason Jar Science: 40 Slimy, Squishy, Super-Cool Experiments; Capture Big Discoveries in a Jar, from the Magic of Chemistry and Physics to the Amazing Worlds of Earth Science and Biology
by Jonathan AdolphHeatproof, transparent, and durable, the mason jar is a science lab just waiting to be discovered. Unlock its potential with 40 dynamic experiments for budding scientists ages 8 and up. Using just a jar and a few ordinary household items, children learn to create miniature clouds, tiny tornadoes, small stalactites, and, of course, great goo and super slime! With a little ingenuity, the jar can be converted into a lava lamp, a water prism, a balloon barometer, and a compass. Each fun-packed project offers small-scale ways to illustrate the big-picture principles of chemistry, botany, biology, physics, and more. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.
Masquerade
by Jessica BurkhartCanterwood Crest Academy cordially invites you to a costume party--with a special sweetheart surprise.Canterwood is known for its fabulous parties, and Halloween is no exception. Lauren Towers is especially excited for the big day. Not only is it her favorite holiday, it's also her birthday! And this year, she and her friends will celebrate in style--by attending Canterwood's first-ever masquerade ball. What Lauren doesn't know is that there's a special someone behind a mask, just waiting to be revealed. Will this mysterious guest make this masquerade magnifique, or will her perfect birthday bash become a bummer?
Massacre of the Miners
by T. Neill AndersonThe fourth book in the Horrors of History historical fiction series follows several characters in Colorado in 1914, just before and during the Ludlow Massacre, which was an attack by the Colorado National Guard and Colorado Fuel and Iron Company camp guards on a tent colony of 1,200 striking coal miners and their families.
Masseur & Massage Therapist (Earning $50,000 - $100,000 with a High S)
by Connor SyrewiczFor many high school graduates, college is a way to get ahead, but going to college is not the only way for young adults to succeed. Many people choose to enter the workforce after high school to start earning money and gaining experience right away. These motivated young workers can have rewarding jobs without ever having to earn a 4-year college degree. If you're interested in making others feel good and don't know that you want to--or can--go to college, a career in massage therapy might be for you. Young people need only a high school diploma or equivalent to start in massage, and they can eventually earn more than $50,000 a year. In Masseurs & Massage Therapists, you'll learn how to start a career in massage therapy and what you need to succeed in the field. Find out about the prospects for massage careers in the future, how much masseurs can make each year, and whether your path to success includes a career as a masseur or massage therapist.
Massie (Clique Summer Collection #1)
by Lisi HarrisonMassie gets BE-yoo-tiful: After Massie Block gets kicked off her high horse and out of her ultra exclusive Westchester riding camp, her parents force her to do the unthinkable-find a summer job. Not one for dog-walking or brat-sitting, Massie comes up with the ah-bvious solution: She'll be a sales rep for the cosmetics brand Be Pretty. Massie fully hearts her new role as fairy gawdmother of makeup-until she discovers transforming LBRs into glam-girls takes more than a swish of her royal purple mascara wand.
Master Puppeteer
by Katherine PatersonWho is the man called Sabura, the mysterious bandit who robs the rich and helps the poor? And what is his connection with Yosida, the harsh and ill- tempered master of feudal Japan's most famous puppet theater? Young Jiro, an apprentice to Yosida, is determined to find out, even at risk to his own life.<P><P> Meamwhile, Jiro devotes himself to learning puppetry. Kinshi, the puppet master's son, tutors him. When his sheltered life at the theater is shattered by mobs of hungry, rioting peasants, Jiro becomes aware of responsibilities greater that his craft. As he schemes to help his friend Kinshi and to find his own parent, Jiro stumbles onto a dangerous and powerful secret....<P> Winner of the National Book Award
Master of Deceit: J. Edgar Hoover and America in the Age of Lies
by Marc AronsonIn this unsparing exploration of one of the most powerful Americans of the 20th century, accomplished historian Marc Aronson unmasks the man behind the FBI - his tangled family history and personal relationships; his own need for secrecy, deceit, and control; and the broad trends in American society that shaped his world.
Master of Mirrors
by Amanda MarroneMaggie has discovered a kobold--a creature similar to a house brownie but with an evil bent. Her grandfather trapped a particular kobold thirty years ago to keep it away from Maggie's father, but the creature has escaped and is out to punish Maggie's family. Narrowly escaping the creature in her house, Maggie and Hasenpfeffer head to Mr. McGuire's Magic Repair Shop to repair the spell and end up in a tricky spot thanks to Milo the Magnificent. Milo may still be trapped in the magice mirror, but he's trying to get out, and in the kobold he may have found someone to help him--even if that includes kidnapping Fiona and Mr. McGuire! Can Maggie foil Milo's plans, stop the kobold, rescue her friends, and escape the mirror maze? Or will she be stuck inside forever?
Mastering Mathematics (Mathematics For Christian Living Series)
by Lester Miller Amy Herr Barbara Schlabach Glenn AukerThis hardcover textbook has 170 lessons. New concepts include: nonterminating decimals, profit and loss, compound interest, Bible measure, Celsius-Fahrenheit conversion, histograms, types of angles and triangles, trapezoids, constructing designs, surface area and volume, algebraic expressions, order of operations, exponents, square roots and signed numbers.
Mastering Mathematics: Grade 7 Chapter Tests (Mathematics for Christian Living Series)
by Rod and Staff PublishersChapter tests for Mastering Mathematics. Contains 13 chapter tests. Answers are found in the teacher's manuals.
Masterminds (Masterminds #1)
by Gordon Korman<P>Action-packed and full of unexpected twists, this new series from New York Times bestselling author Gordon Korman is perfect for young fans of James Patterson and John Grisham. <P>Eli Frieden lives in the most perfect town in the world: Serenity, New Mexico. In this idyllic place, every lawn is perfectly manicured and everyone has a pool and a tree house. Honesty and integrity are valued above all else. The thirty kids who live there never lie--they know it's a short leap from that to the awful problems of other, less fortunate places. <P>Eli has never left Serenity . . . Why would he ever want to? Then one day he bikes to the edge of the city limits and something so crazy and unexpected happens, it changes everything. Eli convinces his friends to help him investigate further, and soon it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems in Serenity. The clues mount to reveal a shocking discovery, connecting their ideal crime-free community to some of the greatest criminal masterminds ever known. The kids realize they can trust no one--least of all their own parents. <P><b> Nominee for the 2018 Young Reader's Choice Award </b> <i>(Pacific Northwest Library Association)</i>
Masterminds: Criminal Destiny (Masterminds #2)
by Gordon Korman<P>The second book in the acclaimed, action-packed series from New York Times bestselling author Gordon Korman. <P>The clones of Project Osiris are free--but they're being hunted. . . . After their narrow escape from their "perfect" hometown, Eli, Tori, Amber, and Malik are finally in the real world and determined to expose the leaders of Serenity. They decide to track down Tamara Dunleavy, the mysterious billionaire and founder of Project Osiris. Evading capture by breaking laws and sneaking into houses, hotels, buses, and cars--are they becoming the criminals they were destined to be? <P>What they discover will change everything, leading them straight into the Plastic Works and the heart of the experiment, in order to uncover the deadly criminals they're cloned from--and any evidence that will convince the outside world to believe the truth. But the outside world isn't exactly what they expected--strangers aren't just unfriendly, they're dangerous. And the wrong move could send them right back into the arms of Dr. Hammerstrom--and trapped in Serenity for good.On a breakneck journey from Jackson Hole to a maximum security prison--Eli, Tori, Amber, and Malik will stop at nothing to take Project Osiris down. <P><b> Nominee for the 2018 Young Reader's Choice Award </b> <i>(Pacific Northwest Library Association)</i>
Masterminds: Payback (Masterminds #3)
by Gordon Korman<P>The thrilling finale to the New York Times-bestselling Masterminds series from middle grade star author Gordon Korman. Perfect for fans of Rick Riordan and James Patterson. <P>After a serious betrayal from one of their former friends, the clones of Project Osiris are on the run again. Now separated into pairs, Eli and Tori and Amber and Malik are fighting to survive in the real world.Amber and Malik track down the one person they think can help them prove the existence of Project Osiris, notorious mob boss Gus Alabaster, also known as Malik’s DNA donor. But as Malik gets pulled into the criminal world—tantalized by hints of a real family—his actions put him and Amber into greater danger. <P>Eli and Tori get sucked into even bigger conspiracies as they hunt down Project Osiris’s most closely guarded secrets—who does Eli’s DNA come from? With a surprising new ally and another cross-country adventure, the four will have to work together to overcome the worst parts of themselves if they are going to end Project Osiris once and for all. <P><b> Nominee for the 2018 Young Reader's Choice Award </b> <i>(Pacific Northwest Library Association)</i>
Masters of Disaster
by Gary PaulsenTwelve-year-old Henry's grand adventures spell disaster for best chums Riley and Reed, who always seems to land in a pile of smelly goo.
Masters of Disaster
by Gary Paulsen&“Let&’s face facts: We may be the most boring twelve-year-olds on the planet.&” Henry Mosley decides that he and his pals Riley and Reed have got to liven things up. They need to go on some earth-shaking adventures and make a name for themselves. Henry is the mastermind; Riley&’s the cautious researcher who&’s prepared for anything. And somehow fearful Reed always ends up with the scariest, craziest assignments. Roped into wacky attempts to break world records, reenact scenes from books, solve a hundred-year-old murder, and carry out Henry&’s other inspired ideas, Riley and Reed follow their fearless leader everywhere: into the wilderness (truly terrifying), inside a bull-riding ring, into a haunted house, off the neighbors&’ roof, and into a cataclysmic collision with explosive life-forms. Gary Paulsen brings all his trademark humor to this fast-paced novel of fun and disaster.
Masters of Disguise (The Forgotten Five, Book 6)
by Lisa McMannX-Men meets Spy Kids in the sixth installment of The Forgotten Five middle-grade fantasy/adventure series by the New York Times bestselling author of The Unwanteds.Only weeks remain before the election that will decide the fate of supernaturals in Estero, with presidential challenger Magdalia Palacio in the lead. Desperate to maintain his grip on power, corrupt President Fuerte has leaked photos of the forgotten five to the press, making the kids public enemy number one. And now the location of their safe house has been discovered, and the five and their friends are on the run.With their identities revealed to the world, the kids must master the art of disguise to move freely about Estero, including infiltrating an upcoming Fuerte campaign event at the Estero City Zoo. But the other side is willing to play dirty, so the five will have to be ready for anything.Meanwhile, Cabot&’s parents, who have been acting as double agents for years, dare to cross the president and are arrested, leaving them unable to share critical information: Fuerte has a new super on his team with the power to change the course of the election—and no one will see it coming until it is too late.
Masters of Mischief (The Misadventures of Max Crumbly #3)
by Rachel RussellWhen we last left our hero, Max Crumbly, and his trusty sidekick, Erin, they had just foiled the plans of three bumbling burglars. In the depths of a smelly, dangerous Dumpster of Doom, the two pals hid from the vengeful thieves – and the police! Now, Max and Erin face foes old and new as their misadventures continue. Can the two friends avoid detection – and detention! – while keeping South Ridge Middle School safe from bullies and criminals?
Mastiff: The Legend of Beka Cooper #3 (Beka Cooper #3)
by Tamora PierceThe Legend of Beka Cooper gives Tamora Pierce's fans exactly what they want--a smart and savvy heroine making a name for herself on the mean streets of Tortall's Lower City--while offering plenty of appeal for new readers as well.From the Hardcover edition.
Match Me If You Can
by Anna StaniszewskiBye for now...Lena is more than ready to spend a quiet winter break with her mom out in Arizona, even if that means saying a temporary good-bye to her boyfriend, Marcus. What she doesn't count on? A major power outage--of the supernatural kind. Out of nowhere, Lena's soul-collecting powers disappear, as do Marcus's matchmaking powers, only to reappear elsewhere! Now school-loudmouth Connie Reynolds is making people fall in love left and right, and Marcus's sister is having visions... If Lena and Marcus can't figure out how to set things right, it might just be the end of the world as they know it.Praise for The Dirt Diary series: "Holy fried onion rings! Fun from beginning to end" --Wendy Mass, New York Times bestselling author of 11 Birthdays and The Candymakers "A fast-paced comedy of errors" --School Library Journal
Matched (Matched #1)
by Ally CondieCassia has always trusted the Society to make the right choices for her: what to read, what to watch, what to believe. So when Xander's face appears on-screen at her Matching ceremony, Cassia knows with complete certainty that he is her ideal mate . . . until she sees Ky Markham's face flash for an instant before the screen fades to black. The Society tells her it's a glitch, a rare malfunction, and that she should focus on the happy life she's destined to lead with Xander. But Cassia can't stop thinking about Ky, and as they slowly fall in love, Cassia begins to doubt the Society's infallibility and is faced with an impossible choice: between Xander and Ky, between the only life she's known and a path that no one else has dared to follow.Look for CROSSED, the sequel to MATCHED, in Fall 2011!Watch a Video
Matemáticas: Edición basada en los estándares comunes, CCSS, Curso 1, Volumen 1 (Math Applic And Conn Crse Ser.)
by Day Carter CuevasNIMAC-sourced textbook
Matemáticas: Edición basada en los estándares comunes, CCSS, Curso 2, Volumen 1
by Day Carter CuevasNIMAC-sourced textbook
Math - No Problem! Addition and Subtraction, Grade 4 Ages 9-10 (Master Math at Home)
by Math - No Problem!A colorful workbook to help children learn addition and subtraction using the Math Mastery approach!It&’s time to master the world of math with this brand new workbook developed by experts to cover all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey. Specifically designed for children aged 9-10, this math exercise book can gently help your child develop knowledge of different methods for addition and subtraction up to 1,000,000. Let Math — No Problem! open your eyes to the wonderful world of numbers! So what are you waiting for? Dive straight in to discover: - Topics include numbers up to 1,000,000, and different mental strategies for addition and subtraction.- Character-led learning with fun and friendly illustrations.- Comprehensive and thorough coverage of key concepts.- Helpful hints for extra practice.Heard of Math Mastery but don&’t know where to begin? Don&’t worry, DK has got you covered!Math Mastery is a transformational approach to teaching mathematics that was developed in Singapore and is now used around the world, including in thousands of schools across the US.Children are taught multiple methods to solve math problems, enabling them to gain a thorough and adaptable understanding of topics, making it easier for them to apply their knowledge to different scenarios. Each topic is studied in depth to develop a secure understanding of math concepts. This leads to greater progress in math learning, as topics are well understood and therefore don&’t need to be revised in great detail, meaning each new concept builds on prior learning. Based on this widely successful approach, this wonderful workbook is full of top tips led by appealing characters who offer useful guidance to parents and children alike with the goal of making learning math both accessible and interesting. This workbook is part of a new series developed in partnership with the award-winning educational publisher Math — No Problem! The books encourage a deep knowledge of core math concepts without fostering a reliance on memorization or rote learning. A must-have math book for children aged 9-10 at a Grade 4 level, as well as for adults who wish to become more familiar with math taught in schools, to better support their children at home.From finding sums to solving world problems, this helpful workbook covers it all while incorporating an inclusive approach which builds self-confidence so that no child feels they &‘can&’t do math&’.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not explore the rest of the workbooks in our Math — No Problem! Master Math At Home series? Each workbook can be bought individually or as part of a collection, specifically targeted to early learners aged 9-10 at a Grade 4 level. Multiply like a magician with Math — No Problem! Multiplication and Division, Grade 4 Ages 9-10 or join the geometry journey with Math — No Problem! Geometry and Shape, Grade 4 Ages 9-10.It&’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!
Math - No Problem! Algebra and Extra Challenges, Grade 5 Ages 10-11 (Master Math at Home)
by Math - No Problem!A colorful workbook to help children learn addition and subtraction using the Math Mastery approach!It&’s time to master the world of math with this brand new workbook developed by experts to cover all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey. Specifically designed for children aged 10-11, this math exercise book can gently help your child develop knowledge of engaging number activities, word problems and mathematical investigations, using a range of different methods.Let Math — No Problem! open your eyes to the wonderful world of numbers! So what are you waiting for? Dive straight in to discover: - Topics include mental math problem-solving. further practice of math skills, and algebra- Character-led learning with fun and friendly illustrations- Comprehensive and thorough coverage of key concepts- Helpful hints for extra practice.Heard of Math Mastery but don&’t know where to begin? Don&’t worry, DK has got you covered!Math Mastery is a transformational approach to teaching mathematics that was developed in Singapore and is now used around the world, including in thousands of schools across the US.Children are taught multiple methods to solve math problems, enabling them to gain a thorough and adaptable understanding of topics, making it easier for them to apply their knowledge to different scenarios. Each topic is studied in depth to develop a secure understanding of math concepts. This leads to greater progress in math learning, as topics are well understood and therefore don&’t need to be revised in great detail, meaning each new concept builds on prior learning. Based on this widely successful approach, this wonderful workbook is full of top tips led by appealing characters who offer useful guidance to parents and children alike with the goal of making learning math both accessible and interesting. This workbook is part of a new series developed in partnership with the award-winning educational publisher Math — No Problem! The books encourage a deep knowledge of core math concepts without fostering a reliance on memorization or rote learning. A must-have math book for children aged 10-11 at a Grade 5 level, as well as for adults who wish to become more familiar with math taught in schools, to better support their children at home.From self-assessment quizzes to mental math problems, this helpful workbook covers it all while incorporating an inclusive approach which builds self-confidence so that no child feels they &‘can&’t do math&’.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not explore the rest of the workbooks in our Math — No Problem! Master Math At Home series? Each workbook can be bought individually or as part of a collection, specifically targeted to early learners aged 10-11 at a Grade 5 level. Know your numbers like a pro with Math — No Problem! Numbers to 10 Million, Grade 5 Ages 10-11 or join the geometry journey with Math — No Problem! Geometry and Shape, Grade 5 Ages 10-11.It&’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!